Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) returned to AEW Dynamite this past Wednesday after over a month away, facing Mark Briscoe in a heated grudge match. Despite the tension between the two, MJF secured a controversial victory by cheating during the bout, stirring strong reactions from fans and wrestlers alike.
How MJF Used Deception to Win Against Mark Briscoe
During the match on AEW Dynamite, MJF managed to pin Mark Briscoe while Briscoe’s foot was on the ropes—a fact the referee did not notice. Friedman deliberately pulled Briscoe’s leg from the ropes before the official could see it, securing the pin illegally. Shortly after, MJF celebrated his victory with confidence, posting on X a bold assertion that the win was legitimate.
“CLEAN WIN BABY!!!!!!” —MJF
The conflict escalated after the match when MJF further attacked Briscoe with his Dynamite Diamond Ring. The situation intensified when AEW World Champion Hangman Adam Page intervened, leading to a wild brawl that spilled throughout the arena.
MJF’s Sudden Ejection from The Hurt Syndicate Raises Questions
MJF’s struggles within AEW extended beyond the ring as he was recently removed from The Hurt Syndicate faction. Both Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin signaled their disapproval by giving him the thumbs down, an indication of his ouster from the group. MVP also followed suit on the most recent episode of Dynamite, cutting ties with Friedman.
Wrestling veteran Konnan expressed frustration over MJF’s abrupt dismissal from the stable during an appearance on Keepin’ It 100, criticizing the decision-making by AEW management and MVP.
“Lashley threw him out last week with a thumbs down, and now Shelton threw him out. What’s going on? I mean, you would think between MJF and what’s this guy’s name? MVP, you know they’d come up with something better,” Konnan said.
Implications for MJF’s Future Amid Ongoing Feuds
MJF’s controversial win and faction removal have left his position within AEW unstable. His continued rivalry with Hangman Adam Page adds further layers to his storyline, as fans and analysts anticipate how these developments will affect his trajectory. With tensions running high, the next episodes of Dynamite are expected to reveal more about MJF’s path and the fallout from these recent events.
