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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features 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 how fighters think.

"I will really want to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Still, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.