A recent social media exchange between Becky Lynch and AEW World Champion MJF has generated significant discussion within the wrestling community. The interaction, which occurred in early 2026, highlights a friendly connection between two leading figures from WWE and AEW, respectively, and has captivated fans eager to see collaboration or rivalry between the companies’ top talents.
MJF Publicly Expresses Support for Becky Lynch
MJF, known for his outspoken nature, has openly admired Becky Lynch, also known as “The Man,” on several occasions. Their history includes shared time as cast members in the upcoming film Happy Gilmore 2, which has added to the intrigue surrounding their relationship. During an interview on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, MJF emphasized his respect for Lynch, stating provocatively,
“By the way, if you don’t like Becky Lynch, go f**k yourself!”
This bold statement quickly gained traction across social media, contributing to a lively buzz among wrestling fans.
Becky Lynch Acknowledges MJF’s Public Praise
Rather than ignoring MJF’s public declaration, Becky Lynch engaged with her admirer in a witty and subtle social media post. She wrote,
“BECKY BELIEVERS come in all shapes and sizes,
They are from all walks of life. Some are even located behind FORBIDDEN DOORS!”
This nod referenced AEW’s “Forbidden Door” events, where crossover between wrestling promotions occurs, further exciting the audience about potential cooperation or shared storylines.
MJF Responds with a Simple Affirmation
Following Lynch’s post, MJF reacted on X (formerly Twitter) by sharing a GIF of himself nodding in agreement. Although the interaction appeared friendly and respectful, there is no current indication it signals forthcoming collaboration or rivalry beyond mutual recognition.
Significance of This Cross-Promotional Engagement
This surprising exchange between two prominent wrestlers from rival promotions showcases the growing openness and playfulness in their interactions. Fans remain hopeful that such moments might expand into more concrete cross-company storylines or events in the future, as the wrestling industry continues evolving with increased cooperation between AEW and WWE stars. Monitor these figures and their social channels for any further developments as both companies build toward major events such as WrestleMania 42.
— Maxwell Jacob Friedman™️ (@The_MJF) February 12, 2026
