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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

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

Civil Exchange

Despite those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK opponent Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly proceeding.