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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.