MJF has earned a stellar reputation in wrestling due to his exceptional promo skills and passion for the business. After capturing the AEW World Championship in 2022, he aimed to prove doubters wrong by showing he could back up his microphone talent inside the ring. Recently, Friedman shared his thoughts on the significance of holding a world title, emphasizing that winning Championship Gold holds far greater value than just being considered one of the best wrestlers in the industry.
He stated on "The Masked Man Show," "Guys, I can give you **t, okay? I know I’m the best professional wrestler in the world. If that’s what matters, then that’s a successful day for me. But I’ll become a world champion to prove myself on another level."
MJF holds the record as AEW’s longest-reigning World Champion, holding the title for 406 days before losing it to Samoa Joe at the end of the AEW World event. Since then, he hasn’t pursued the world title again, focusing instead on defending the AEW America Championship during the summer of 2024.
Fan Take: This statement from MJF highlights how much prestige the AEW World Championship holds among top stars and fans alike. For AEW supporters, it signals that while in-ring skill is crucial, the pursuit and defense of the world title remain the ultimate measure of a wrestler’s legacy and the sport’s excitement.
