During Saturday’s AEW Full Gear 2023 pay-per-view event, MJF defeated Jay White to retain the AEW World Championship in the main event of the show.
At one point it was set to be Adam Cole defending the AEW World Title on his friend’s behalf, but MJF returned to the arena and fought valiantly to retain his title.
The original match was changed when The Gunns injured MJF during the opening hour of Full Gear 2023, sending him to the hospital.
However, The Salt Of The Earth returned in an ambulance and wrestled Jay White with his injured leg.
MJF eventually out-cheated The Switchblade to retain the AEW World Title at the KIA Forum in Los Angeles, CA.
As of today, MJF has held the AEW World Championship for one full year. He won the title from Jon Moxley at AEW Full Gear 2022.
You can check out some highlights from the match below:
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Now that MJF is out of the match due to a knee injury, Jay White is absolutely the favorite to win the #AEW World Championship tonight in the Main Event!
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The Main Event for the #AEW World Championship is officially underway!
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MJF just arrived at @thekiaforum in a stolen ambulance and he’s ready to fight!
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ | @AdamColePro pic.twitter.com/KbgUaTZL36— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
#TheGunns have been banned from ringside!
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ | @theAustingunn | @coltengunn pic.twitter.com/Ua13736Ibl— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
Switchblade has controlled the entire match, but MJF is starting to get very, very angry!
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/ywxhj3hNy4— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
Injured knee and all, MJF still connects with the Kangaroo Kick!
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/9NFRgDgRK6— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
Jay White has been dominant all night.
Are we witnessing the beginning of the #SwitchbladeEra?
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/Lvb4uyJGt1— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
MJF is risking it all to retain his Title tonight!
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/5qYcrsJXJl— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
How did MJF kick out of that?!?
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/3TlOkZVwCK— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
Wow! MJF hits an over-the-top rope cutter onto the ringside floor!
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/P1ntxZkreJ— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
Jay White has MJF in the figure-four!
Is this the beginning of the end for The Champ?
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🌏 https://t.co/m5uJ9xfmkr@The_MJF | @JayWhiteNZ pic.twitter.com/SDvAtzUmWL— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) November 19, 2023
Adam Cole has the Dynamite Diamond Ring!
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AEW Full Gear 2023: MJF Retains AEW World Championship Against Jay White
In a thrilling main event at the AEW Full Gear 2023 pay-per-view event, MJF successfully defended his AEW World Championship title against Jay White. The match was originally scheduled to feature Adam Cole defending the title on MJF’s behalf, but due to an injury sustained by MJF earlier in the evening, he made a surprising return to the arena and fought valiantly to retain his championship.
The Gunns, who were initially involved in the match, injured MJF during the opening hour of Full Gear 2023, forcing him to be taken to the hospital. However, much to everyone’s surprise, MJF arrived back at the venue in an ambulance and wrestled Jay White with his injured leg.
Despite Jay White’s best efforts, MJF out-cheated The Switchblade to retain the AEW World Title at the KIA Forum in Los Angeles, CA. This victory marks one full year of MJF holding the AEW World Championship, as he won the title from Jon Moxley at AEW Full Gear 2022.
Throughout the match, both wrestlers showcased their incredible skills and determination. MJF’s resilience and willingness to risk it all, despite his injury, impressed the audience. Jay White displayed his dominance and control throughout the match, making it a highly competitive and intense showdown.
The match was filled with several memorable moments, including MJF’s over-the-top rope cutter onto the ringside floor and his ability to kick out of Jay White’s devastating moves. Jay White also had his moments of dominance, including locking MJF in a figure-four submission hold.
AEW fans can relive some of the highlights from the match through the Twitter posts shared by All Elite Wrestling. These posts capture the excitement and intensity of the match, showcasing the incredible athleticism and storytelling that took place in the ring.
As MJF continues his reign as the AEW World Champion, fans can expect more thrilling matches and rivalries to unfold in the coming months. AEW Full Gear 2023 showcased the talent and dedication of both MJF and Jay White, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what’s next in the world of All Elite Wrestling.
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