Maxwell Jacob Friedman, better known as MJF from AEW, openly mocked WWE’s Seth Rollins after the latter’s unexpected appearance at SummerSlam, where Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank (MITB) contract to claim a shocking victory. The jab came in a social media post featuring Flip Gordon, who was recently injured during a match but continues to make headlines in the wrestling world.
Flip Gordon, highlighted in a recent New York Times article, is a former American soldier who has been competing for Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) since 2023 and currently holds the World Historic Middleweight Championship. Gordon also aims to acquire Mexican citizenship in the near future.
The Controversial SummerSlam Cash-In and Rollins’ Injury Doubts
Seth Rollins concluded the first night of SummerSlam with a stunning cash-in on CM Punk, also known as The Best in the World, immediately after Punk defeated Gunther to win the World Heavyweight Championship. Rollins’ sudden return shocked fans because he had been expected to be sidelined due to an injury sustained during a match against LA Knight at Saturday Night’s Main Event XL on July 12.
Speculation swirled about whether Rollins’ injury was genuine or staged, with some rumors labeling it as the “ruse of the century.” MJF fueled the debate with a social media post showing him appearing to threaten an injured Flip Gordon with a chair. His caption seemingly referenced Rollins’ supposed injury, casting doubt on its legitimacy and drawing attention to the dramatic events surrounding SummerSlam.
Rollins’ Motivations and Future Storylines in WWE
Seth Rollins has been vocal about his disdain for CM Punk, the former AEW star, and reportedly does not want Punk to hold any World Title in WWE. This deep rivalry likely influenced Rollins’ decision to execute the surprise cash-in, blindsiding Punk and altering the championship landscape. The outcome marks the second major betrayal Rollins has pulled off in his career, echoing his infamous heist at WrestleMania 31 a decade earlier.
The unfolding drama between Rollins and Punk, combined with MJF’s provocative social media commentary, adds considerable tension to pro wrestling’s current storylines. Fans and insiders alike will be closely watching the next moves from these top competitors.
“Seth Rollins has not hidden the fact that he does not want CM Punk to ever hold a World Title in WWE, and it is this deep disdain for the former AEW star that possibly led to The Visionary’s choice last night.” —Unnamed source
