During recent months, Tama Tonga has incorporated a distinctive move called the Hidden Blade into his wrestling repertoire, which has quickly become one of his signature attacks. On February 14, 2026, AEW World Champion Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) expressed on social media that Tonga’s rendition of the Hidden Blade surpasses that of its original performer, Will Ospreay. This endorsement highlights Tonga’s rising influence and the impact of his new move within the professional wrestling scene.
The Evolution and Use of the Hidden Blade Move
Will Ospreay introduced the Hidden Blade in 2019 as a powerful strike, adding a fresh dynamic to his in-ring tactics. Since then, Ospreay has executed the move in various creative ways, including a mid-suicide dive against MJF during their highly publicized feud in 2024, leading up to AEW All In. Tonga’s adaptation of the Hidden Blade differs in style and execution but has drawn significant attention, especially following MJF’s acclaim.
“Wayyyyyyyy better than Ospreay man”
— Maxwell Jacob Friedman™️ (@The_MJF) February 14, 2026
MJF’s Recent Championship Defense and Ongoing Rivalries
On the same day he praised Tonga’s move, MJF successfully defended his AEW World Championship title against Brody King at the AEW Grand Slam event held in Australia. This victory reaffirms MJF’s position at the top of AEW’s roster and underscores his growing prominence alongside other wrestling talents like Tonga and Ospreay. Their intertwined storylines and evolving move sets continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
The Significance of Tonga’s Hidden Blade in Wrestling
Tama Tonga’s Hidden Blade move adds a fresh element to his character and in-ring performance, distinguishing him from peers while pushing the boundaries of wrestling technique. Having MJF, a major figure in AEW, publicly endorse Tonga’s move amplifies its prestige and suggests it could influence how future wrestling maneuvers are crafted. Fans and competitors alike will be watching closely to see how this rivalry around the Hidden Blade develops and what new innovations it might inspire.
Wayyyyyyyy better than Ospreay man
— Maxwell Jacob Friedman™️ (@The_MJF) February 14, 2026
