AEW World Champion MJF recently expressed his critical view on comparisons made between current AEW wrestler Kevin Knight and legendary wrestler AJ Styles. Known for his phenomenal career, AJ Styles remains a benchmark in professional wrestling, but MJF dismissed claims that Knight matches Styles’ early athleticism.
AJ Styles wrestled his final match at the 2026 Royal Rumble event held in Saudi Arabia, where he faced off against Gunther. In a hard-fought battle, Styles was ultimately subdued by Gunther’s Sleeper Hold, resulting in a referee stoppage as Styles passed out. This intense confrontation marked the end of Styles’ illustrious career.
This week, MJF reacted sharply to a fan tweet comparing Kevin Knight’s performance to AJ Styles’ earlier years. MJF rebuked Knight’s capabilities, stating,
“He’s not athletic enough. Kevin Knight sucks,” he wrote.
— MJF, AEW World Champion
Upcoming Rivalry: MJF vs. Hangman Adam Page
At AEW Grand Slam in Australia, MJF successfully defended his AEW World Championship against Brody King. Meanwhile, Hangman Adam Page secured a victory over Andrade El Idolo, positioning himself for a high-stakes contest against MJF at the upcoming Revolution event. This match rekindles a historic rivalry between the two stars following their past battles.
The tension escalated during the latest episode of AEW Dynamite, where MJF and Page exchanged sharp words. Page offered a bold wager: if MJF accepted the stipulated match type and lost, the champion would never challenge for the AEW title again. MJF agreed, and Page confirmed their Revolution showdown would be a Texas Death Match, raising the stakes significantly for both competitors.
The significance of this confrontation lies not only in the intense rivalry but also in the potentially career-defining consequences for MJF and Page. Fans are anticipating a brutal contest that will greatly affect AEW’s championship scene moving forward.
He’s not athletic enough.
Kevin knight sucks.
— Maxwell Jacob Friedman™️ (@The_MJF) February 20, 2026
