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Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

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

"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making massive earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their size difference evident, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly happening.