Brody King is swiftly moving forward after falling short in his AEW World Title challenge against MJF at Saturday’s AEW Grand Slam event in Australia. Despite the setback, King made it clear that the loss will not deter his ambitions in the wrestling world.
In a video posted to All Elite Wrestling’s social media shortly after the match, King was seen backstage alongside Bandido. He acknowledged that the reigning champion managed to retain his title through crafty tactics but emphasized that feeling sorry for himself is not an option.
Upcoming Open Challenge Announced for AEW Dynamite
Instead of dwelling on the defeat, King declared an open challenge while setting a clear date for his return to the ring.
“Bring the biggest. Bring the baddest. February 25th, I’m getting myself back into the World title hunt and I’m looking for a fight,”
he stated. This challenge targets the February 25 episode of AEW Dynamite, scheduled to take place in Denver, Colorado. That night also features a taping of AEW Collision, providing a major platform for his comeback.
Controversy Surrounding Anti-ICE Chants During Title Eliminator
Beyond his in-ring performance, King has been at the center of controversy due to anti-ICE chants that erupted during his title eliminator match with MJF. These chants began prior to the bout and continued throughout the Sydney event. Notably, the chants were left unedited during the broadcast, drawing attention from fans and commentators alike.
King Reflects on Close Defeat and Future Goals
Reacting to his narrow loss, King expressed how close he came to victory.
“Man, I was this close. You know what? Now I can taste it!”
he said, reinforcing his determination to re-enter the title picture and continue his pursuit of championship gold.
Significance of King’s Challenge and the Road Ahead
Brody King’s open challenge signals his intent to remain a dominant force within AEW’s heavyweight division despite recent setbacks. By targeting the February 25 event in Denver, he aims to reestablish himself as a leading contender and keep the momentum building toward another title opportunity. The wrestling community will closely watch how King’s campaign unfolds, especially amid the surrounding controversies and the heightened stakes of the upcoming Dynamite episode.
"Man, I was this close. You know what? Now I can taste it!"
EXCLUSIVE: @BrodyxKing vows to get himself back into the the title hunt after tonight's match vs @the_mjf! pic.twitter.com/YV7ntQ2qZi
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 15, 2026
