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Boxer's Attitude

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's largest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.