On Saturday night, Samoa Joe defeated MJF to capture the AEW World Championship in the main event.
During the post-AEW Worlds End media scrum, Joe commented on whether he’s planning to keep MJF’s “Triple B” AEW Title design, what it means for him to win the AEW World Title, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the media scrum below:
On if he’s going to keep MJF’s Triple B AEW Title design: “This is going in the garbage. This trash right here, this little knock-off, BS, Gucci stuff that he got going on, this is going away. We getting the good belt, the right belt, something that is designed well. I’ve spoken to Tony intensively about it and we’re very much looking forward to it. We got a whole new era going on.”
On cherishing the AEW Title: “To hold the AEW Championship is an accolade that I cherish very much, especially at this point in my career, and competing against the guys here for that championship is something I look forward to. I’m very, very excited.”
On how excited he feels: “Beyond excited. Validation, I think, is just proving a concept that many of you already knew, that I’m the best, most dangerous individual to ever step into this company. I think what’s sitting in front of me [AEW Title] is a testament to that.”
On what’s changed since his last World Title run 15 years ago: “The last time that we were in World Championship territory, it was a very young me, a very wholesome me. This is a very calculated Samoa Joe, this is a very cerebral Samoa Joe that understands responsibility of what’s been put on his shoulders, what he needs to do to maintain that championship status. That’s really what I’m about right now. This is going to be the best version of Samoa Joe the champion that you’ve ever seen.”
On going from seeming like his career was wrapping up to being World Champion of a major promotion: “I think there is a big misconception with that time period. It wasn’t that I was done, it was that I was taking time to heal. We’ve learned so much about concussion protocol, the time it takes to heal properly, and I was taking that time. It was a conscious decision on my part for my health and what I felt I needed to do to get back in the ring and perform at a high level, and I realized it wasn’t rushing back and putting myself in the position to potentially get hurt worse. It was getting back to 100%, following recommendations doctors gave me.”
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Samoa Joe emerged victorious in the main event of AEW Worlds End, defeating MJF to capture the AEW World Championship. Following the match, Joe participated in a media scrum where he discussed his plans for the title, the significance of winning the championship, and more.
One of the topics that came up during the scrum was whether Joe would keep MJF’s “Triple B” AEW Title design. In response, Joe made it clear that he had no intention of keeping the current design. He referred to it as a “knock-off, BS, Gucci stuff” and stated that it would be going in the garbage. Joe revealed that he had spoken to AEW President Tony Khan about getting a new belt design and expressed his excitement for the upcoming change. He emphasized that they were entering a new era with a well-designed belt.
Joe also expressed his appreciation for holding the AEW Championship. He described it as an accolade that he cherished, especially at this stage of his career. Competing against the talented roster of AEW for the championship was something he looked forward to and was very excited about.
When asked about his level of excitement, Joe stated that he was beyond excited. He saw winning the AEW Title as a validation of his skills and abilities. Joe believed that it proved what many already knew – that he was the best and most dangerous individual in the company. He viewed the championship as a testament to his talent and was determined to prove himself as the champion.
Reflecting on his last World Title run 15 years ago, Joe acknowledged that he was a younger and less experienced version of himself back then. However, he highlighted that he had evolved into a more calculated and cerebral competitor who understood the responsibility that came with being a champion. Joe expressed his commitment to maintaining his championship status and promised that fans would witness the best version of Samoa Joe as the champion.
Addressing the period when it seemed like his career was wrapping up, Joe clarified that it was not because he was done with wrestling. Instead, he took time off to focus on healing and following proper concussion protocols. He emphasized the importance of taking care of his health and making a conscious decision to return to the ring only when he was fully recovered. Joe acknowledged the advancements in concussion protocols and the need to prioritize his well-being before rushing back into action.
In conclusion, Samoa Joe’s victory over MJF at AEW Worlds End marked a significant milestone in his career. As the new AEW World Champion, Joe expressed his excitement, determination, and commitment to representing the company at the highest level. With plans for a new belt design and a rejuvenated Samoa Joe, fans can expect an exciting era in AEW’s heavyweight division.