It was a first defeat for Pauls since his loss to Denzel Bentley in December 2024.
He returned to winning ways after that fight and says he is confident he can do the same again.
“I’ve been in this situation before – I’ve lost and come back and had my best wins and it’s what I plan on doing here,” he added.
“Never any excuses, but back-to-back training camps has probably burned me out a little bit.
“I need a little rest before a regroup and have a big comeback towards the end of the year.
“I’ve always come back stronger after a loss and that’s what I plan to do here.”