While former AEW World Champion MJF recovers from injury, WWE Hall of Famer JBL has publicly praised the young star. During an appearance on Peter Rosenberg’s podcast, JBL shared a positive encounter he had with MJF.
JBL’s Meeting with MJF
JBL recalled meeting MJF in England and being impressed by his personality. He mentioned MJF’s curiosity, particularly about legendary heel wrestler Roddy Piper.
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“I got to meet MJF over in England. Blown away by him,” JBL said. “He was asking stuff about Roddy Piper and being a heel. We shared a car ride together… Really smart, young guy. I’m a big fan of him, personally.”
MJF’s absence from AEW programming has left fans eager for his return. While a date hasn’t been announced, it’s clear MJF has earned respect from wrestling legends like JBL.
This unexpected praise from a competitor in another company shows that MJF’s talent and potential are undeniable, and fans can expect him to make a big impact when he returns to the ring.