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Boxer's Attitude

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making massive paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would stop the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really happening.