AEW’s standout performer reflects on his journey and feels he is currently performing better than ever before. MJF, who is the reigning AEW World Champion entering his second title reign after winning at World’s End 2025, shared his thoughts during an appearance on Nick Kostos’ You Better You Bet podcast.
He emphasized that consistency plays a major role in his success, saying, “When you look at what you accomplished with talents like Will Ospreay and Hangman, and what I’m doing now with Brody King, I truly believe this is the best period of my career.” MJF added that he feels more driven and capable than ever: “I’m at my peak right now — not because I wasn’t great before, but because I know there’s so much more in me.”
He noted how sustained exposure on national TV, starting at age 19 with Major League Wrestling and now on Warner Bros. Discovery since he was 23, has helped build his reputation. “People now compare me to the all-time greats because of this consistency. I’m not even 30 yet and I believe I have at least three decades left in this business. I’m just getting started.”
MJF is set to defend his AEW World Championship against Brody King at the Grand Slam Australia event on February 14. Ahead of the match, the champion expressed a clear preference about who he wants to face in the No. 1 Contender’s match taking place the same night.
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Fan Take: MJF’s confidence and commitment to consistency highlight why he’s such a pivotal figure in AEW’s present and future. For fans, this sets the stage for thrilling title defenses and cements AEW’s role in shaping modern pro wrestling’s next era.
