19-06-2025
AEW Star MJF Reportedly Involved In Scary Fan Incident
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According to a report by Fightful Select, a fan confronted top AEW star MJF at his hotel following the historic Grand Slam: Mexico event. The incident underscores the intense heat the former world champion generated during the show.
Sources within AEW claimed that a fan "went after" MJF after the event in Mexico City. The report notes that MJF was unharmed and laughed the situation off.
A History Of Generating Real Heat
MJF has built his entire career on being one of the most effective heels in modern professional wrestling. He consistently blurs the lines between his on-screen character and reality to provoke fans.
This dedication to his craft has led to some of AEW's most memorable moments. This includes his lengthy and controversial reign as AEW World Champion and the infamous "Bidding War of 2024" storyline.
This latest incident appears to be another example of his success in generating a genuine, emotional response from the audience. He was reportedly proud of the interaction.
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The fan's anger was likely fueled by MJF's actions during the Grand Slam: Mexico show at the legendary Arena México. There, he faced off against the beloved lucha libre icon, Mistico.
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As a member of the villainous Hurt Syndicate faction, MJF used antagonistic tactics to defeat the national hero in his home country. This was designed to create maximum animosity from the passionate live crowd. AEW officials were reportedly very happy with the success of the event.
His career is headlined by a historic, record-setting 406-day reign as the AEW World Champion, during which he defended the title against top stars like Bryan Danielson and Kenny Omega.
A unique achievement, MJF dominated the Dynamite Diamond Ring battle royale for four consecutive years (2019-2022), using the prize as both a status symbol and a weapon.
His championship collection also includes a run as the self-proclaimed "AEW American Champion" (formerly the International Championship) and an ROH World Tag Team Championship reign with Adam Cole. Beyond titles, his career is defined by critically acclaimed rivalries against legends like CM Punk and Chris Jericho, earning him multiple awards for his charisma and promo skills.
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