MJF Makes Shocking AEW Comeback, Targets WWE Champion

WHO:

Sportskeeda - MJF, a former AEW World Champion, returned to AEW.

Cageside Seats - Andrade El Idolo, Komander, Tommaso Ciampa, Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay are involved in the storyline.

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - MJF made a huge announcement minutes after returning to AEW, stating he would win the Casino Gauntlet match at All In.

Cageside Seats - MJF expressed anger over Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay "stealing" his world title match at Wembley Stadium during his promo.

Cageside Seats - MJF called the Omega vs. Ospreay match a “fake main event” and declared that the only world championship that should be recognized is his Triple B.

Cageside Seats - Andrade delivered a babyface promo in Arena Mexico, ending with his catchphrase "How you know?" after winning the three-way match.

Cageside Seats - MJF's attack on Andrade resulted in Andrade bleeding from the head.

Cageside Seats - MJF stated that he would earn the number two spot in the Casino Gauntlet match at All In.

Cageside Seats - Andrade El Idolo won a three-way match against Komander and Tommaso Ciampa to secure the number one entry in the Casino Gauntlet match at All In.

Cageside Seats - MJF stated that he would win the Casino Gauntlet match at All In and declared that the only world championship that should be recognized is his Triple B.

Cageside Seats - MJF stated that he is set to earn the number two spot in the Casino Gauntlet match at All In.

Cageside Seats - MJF expressed anger over Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay "stealing" his world title match at Wembley Stadium.

Cageside Seats - MJF attacked Andrade El Idolo from behind with his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship and continued the assault with the Dynamite Diamond Ring, causing Andrade to bleed.

Cageside Seats - MJF called Mexico a "piece of shit country" during his promo after the attack.

Cageside Seats - MJF stated that he would win the Casino Gauntlet match at All In and declared that the only world championship that should be recognized is his Triple B.

Sportskeeda - MJF attacked Andrade after a match at Grand Slam Mexico.

Cageside Seats - MJF used his Triple B version of the AEW world title and the Dynamite Diamond Ring during the attack.

Cageside Seats - Andrade won a three-way match to secure the number one entry in the Casino Gauntlet match at All In.

Cageside Seats - MJF called the Omega vs. Ospreay match a “fake main event” and stated that his Triple B should be recognized as the true world championship.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - The event was held at Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico.

Sportskeeda - The event took place at Arena Mexico.

Cageside Seats - The Casino Gauntlet match is scheduled to occur at Wembley Stadium.

WHEN:

Cageside Seats - The Casino Gauntlet match is set for August 30.

Ringside News - MJF had been absent from AEW programming since July 8.

WHY:

Cageside Seats - MJF's return follows his loss of the AEW World Championship to Kenny Omega, which he expressed frustration about.

HOW:

Cageside Seats - MJF attacked Andrade El Idolo from behind with his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship and continued the assault with the Dynamite Diamond Ring, causing Andrade to bleed.

Cageside Seats - MJF attacked Andrade with his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship and the Dynamite Diamond Ring, leading to Andrade's injury.

Cageside Seats - MJF attacked Andrade El Idolo with his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship and the Dynamite Diamond Ring, resulting in Andrade bleeding.

Fox News - MJF declared himself for the casino gauntlet qualifying match ahead of All In.

Cageside Seats - MJF's return was anticipated as he was expected to immediately engage in major storylines upon his comeback.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 15:47 UTC)

MJF made a bold announcement shortly after his return to AEW, declaring that he would win the Casino Gauntlet match at All In. During his promo, he expressed his frustration over Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay "stealing" his world title match at Wembley Stadium, labeling their upcoming clash a “fake main event” and insisting that only his Triple B championship deserves recognition. In a dramatic turn, MJF attacked Andrade El Idolo from behind with his Triple B title and continued the assault using the Dynamite Diamond Ring, leaving Andrade bleeding.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 14:10 UTC)

Andrade delivered an impressive babyface promo in Arena Mexico after winning a three-way match, concluding with his signature catchphrase, "How you know?" However, his victory was overshadowed by an attack from MJF, who used his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship and the Dynamite Diamond Ring, leaving Andrade bleeding from the head. MJF has since declared his intention to secure the number two spot in the Casino Gauntlet match at All In.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 05:33 UTC)

Andrade El Idolo triumphed in a thrilling three-way match against Komander and Tommaso Ciampa, earning the coveted number one entry in the Casino Gauntlet match at All In, which will take place on August 30. MJF, who declared that only his Triple B championship should be recognized, attacked Andrade with his title and the Dynamite Diamond Ring, leaving Andrade bleeding. The event unfolded at Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico, showcasing intense competition and high stakes.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 03:51 UTC)

MJF announced that he is poised to secure the number two spot in the Casino Gauntlet match at the upcoming All In event, while expressing his frustration over Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay allegedly taking his world title match at Wembley Stadium. This announcement came during an event held at Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico. In a dramatic turn of events, MJF attacked Andrade El Idolo with his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship and the Dynamite Diamond Ring, leaving Andrade bleeding.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 00:49 UTC)

In a shocking turn of events, MJF attacked Andrade El Idolo from behind with his Triple B version of the AEW World Championship, continuing the assault with the Dynamite Diamond Ring and leaving Andrade bleeding. Following the attack, MJF made headlines by calling Mexico a "piece of shit country" during his promo, where he also declared his intention to win the Casino Gauntlet match at All In and insisted that only his Triple B championship should be recognized. Additionally, MJF has officially declared himself for the casino gauntlet qualifying match ahead of the highly anticipated event.

(UPDATED August 6, 2026 18:34 UTC)

MJF has made a dramatic return to AEW, attacking Andrade El Idolo after a match at Grand Slam Mexico, using his Triple B version of the AEW world title and the Dynamite Diamond Ring during the assault. Andrade had just won a three-way match to secure the number one entry in the Casino Gauntlet match, which is set to take place at Wembley Stadium on August 30. In a bold statement, MJF dismissed the upcoming Omega versus Ospreay match as a “fake main event,” insisting that his title should be recognized as the true world championship.