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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to break his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making huge earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.

Size Difference

As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly happening.