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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to break his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

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

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's largest money-making draws, consistently making substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

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

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual confrontation, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really happening.