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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

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

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is really happening.