Jake Paul stated that sparring with Ilia Topuria would be easy for him, comparing it to playing with a small toy. Paul mocked Topuria's height, claiming the featherweight champion is only 165 centimeters tall and jokingly said he wouldn't even be allowed on roller coasters. Paul continued by calling Topuria "tiny" and suggesting his size would be a major disadvantage. The comments represent typical pre-fight promotion or social media banter. The post included a poll asking whether Paul could compete with Topuria or if size wouldn't help him.
