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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually going ahead.