In 2025, Hangman Adam Page reclaimed the AEW World Championship by defeating John Moxley in Texas, marking the start of his second title reign after his fourth overall. Over AEW’s six-year existence, there have been 14 title reigns shared by nine different wrestlers. The big question now is who will be the next to hold the prestigious AEW World Heavyweight Championship. Wrestletalk has made predictions for the next five champions, starting with MJF.
On the August 6th episode of AEW Dynamite, MJF won against Mark Brisco in an unofficial match that effectively named him the number one contender for the AEW World Title. The anticipated main event for AEW’s upcoming PPV event, Forbidden Door, is Hangman Adam Page defending his title against MJF. Currently, MJF is tangled in multiple rivalries, including conflicts with Page, Mark Brisco (whom he lost to), the Heart Syndicate (from which he was expelled), and the Mexican wrestling star Mistico, who recently attacked during a ROH event taping. While MJF might not immediately claim the title at Forbidden Door due to his numerous feuds and distractions, he remains the favorite to eventually dethrone Hangman Page.
Fan Take: This prediction stirs up excitement among AEW fans by spotlighting MJF as a top contender with a compelling story arc, promising intense rivalries and drama. It suggests a dynamic future for AEW’s championship scene, potentially elevating the sport’s entertainment value and keeping fans eagerly engaged.
