The last thing AEW fans at the MGM Grand Garden Arena expected was MJF‘s return. The Salt of the Earth shocked fans at the Double or Nothing PPV by returning in style to confront Adam Cole. The last time fans saw the former AEW World Champion was at World’s End. Since he lost the title and was sidelined for recovery, speculation rose about him leaving AEW.
While Tony Khan assured fans he would return, he was removed from the Online Roster. Moreover, Cody Rhodes and John Cena expressed interest in having MJF in the WWE. With no news from the star, fans started believing the speculations that MJF would be jumping ship.
While everything was silent on Khan’s side, no one knew when the star would return if he ever did. However, he did return and had a ton to say. After taking out Adam Cole, the Salt of the Earth cut a passionate promo. Not only did he bury The Devil’s storyline, but he also made it clear where he would be working.
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Standing in the ring with the fans giving him a standing ovation, he revealed his new tattoo. On his ankle, it said, “Bet on yourself,” with the AEW logo in the middle. The meaning behind this tattoo was revealed in his promo.
MJF said, “I don’t need a New Japan or a Vince McMahon to make MJF, because MJF made MJF.” The bet on yourself was a testament to MJF’s career of taking risks and believing in himself.
MJF is forever ALL ELITE. His new tattoo “Bet on yourself” pic.twitter.com/HmO8Wc8F5Z
— Dark Puroresu Flowsion (@PuroresuFlow) May 27, 2024
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The Salt of the Earth made it clear that he was not leaving AEW, which cleared the air regarding WWE. While fans love his work in AEW, many have claimed he would work better in WWE. However, AEW has some major plans for the star this year.
Tony Khan and AEW don’t want to lose MJF
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According to reports from Fightful Select, “As if MJF didn’t make it clear enough, he’s in AEW long term, and on a multi-million dollar per year contract.” While there was no news regarding his AEW contract in 2024, now things have cleared up. The report also hints at significant creative plans for MJF to be part of a top feud.
Khan has claimed that the former AEW World Champion has been vital to the AEW roster. Beloved by fans and always entertaining, AEW fans can rest easy knowing that the Salt of the Earth will stay in the company for the foreseeable future. What do you think about MJF’s new tattoo? Does it represent everything he’s done? Tell us in the comments.