MJF Delivers Scathing Promo During CMLL Event, Sets Sights on Mexico Showdown
In an electrifying flip of activities, AEW superstar Maxwell Jacob Friedman, higher known as MJF, delivered a blistering promo on the CMLL Viernes Espectacular on July twenty sixth. The formidable and brash wrestling sensation took to the stage through video to cope with his upcoming in shape in Mexico, promising fans an unforgettable showdown.
MJF, in no way one to mince words, is ready to guard his newly renamed AEW American Championship against the high-flying Mexican wrestler Templario. This bout, scheduled for August 2d, marks MJF’s first match in Mexico considering 2019. The anticipation is palpable as Templario, a 32-12 months-old phenom who these days bested Averno in a tournament final, gears up for the mission of a lifetime.
In his promo, MJF did what he does excellent—stir the pot and ignite excitement. With feature bravado, he addressed Templario directly:
The promo set the level for what promises to be a fiery come upon. MJF’s confidence is sky-high, and his brash character has most effective heightened the stakes for the imminent fit.
“That’s right, baby. Look at that gorgeous belt. It’s perfect. Templario, congratulations, buddy. Congratulations, you have won a tournament at the biggest opportunity of all time. That is what you have earned yourself, my friend. You have earned yourself a shot at the best title in the world, the American Championship, but more importantly, you’ve earned yourself a brush with greatness with the greatest wrestler on God’s green earth, Maxwell Jacob Friedman.”
MJF’s words were a mix of taunts and praise, as he acknowledged Templario’s athletic prowess while simultaneously belittling his chances in the ring. “Templario, I’ve heard great things. I’ve heard you’re a freak athlete. If I’m being honest, I’m sure it was all lies,” he sneered. “I do love, however, when I travel to Mexico. I love to have a fiesta. Arriba! It’s fun, yeah. But if I’m being honest, the real reason I love going to Mexico is because I get to wrestle luchadors, and the reason I love to wrestle luchadors is because when I get in that ring, it ain’t a fiesta, baby. It’s a siesta. I mean, it’s easy pickings.”
His cutting remarks didn’t stop there. MJF took aim at the very essence of lucha libre, criticizing the luchadores’ speed, intelligence, and even their iconic masks. “All of you luchadores, you’re slow, you’re plodding, you’re dumb, your masks look stupid. It’s the easiest time of my life, and then afterwards. I’m gonna have myself some great food. You guys have good food. Granted, our food is better, but it’s fine, it’s fine.”
MJF’s disdain for his opponent was palpable, but so was his anticipation for the upcoming match. He framed it as a monumental opportunity—not just for Templario, but for Mexican wrestling fans. “I am excited, Templario, to give this opportunity of a lifetime. August 2nd, you, my friend, are going to get to wrestle an American hero, and for that, Templario, and for the fact I’m probably gonna beat you in five seconds, you’ll get to go home nice and quick to your family, and you can thank me later.”
As if that weren’t sufficient, MJF is likewise getting ready for every other colossal bout simply weeks after his suit with Templario. ‘The Salt of the Earth’ is slated to guard his AEW American Championship towards Will Ospreay at All In 2024. This exceedingly expected rematch, set to take region at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium, follows their epic hour-lengthy clash at AEW Dynamite 250, where MJF clinched victory with mere seconds to spare.
The wrestling world is abuzz with speculation and pleasure as MJF continues to dominate headlines. His sharp tongue and remarkable in-ring abilities have solidified his status as one of the most compelling figures in professional wrestling these days.
H/T: Fightful for the above transcription.
