Paid Members Statto Posted July 31, 2023 Paid Members Posted July 31, 2023 8 hours ago, AshC said: Do they always have those graphics in the bottom left corner promoting upcoming bouts for later/future shows? They do - a fixture on all AEW shows. Quote
Paid Members LaGoosh Posted July 31, 2023 Paid Members Posted July 31, 2023 I know they were going with the "special attraction" thing previously but MJF has become considerably more interesting now that he's wrestling regularly. The guy is so good at telling stories through matches and that's always going to be more engaging to watch than a weekly promo (that usually hits the same beats). Pretty miraculous that he's managed to get over a headlock takeover, double clothesline and a low blow. As for the Cole/MJF story I hope neither turns on the other and they try something a bit more interesting and original. A face vs face "can they fight for the title but still be friends" match would be really good and not something we've seen before, for example. Or Punk keeps calling MJF out and Cole has to coax a scared MJF to face his fears and fight his former hero/biggest rival. Or this is essentially a love story, they could just gradually break down like a relationship would. There's loads more options they can go with than just "one of them attacks the other from behind". But whatever happens, the end result needs to be MJF as number 1 babyface. He's ready for it. The fans are ready for it. Anything else will be a mistake. Quote
DavidB6937 Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 MJF has something special. It's just unfortunate that it's been a bit up and down for him because of some iffy promos and bad booking. I'm just really glad they've managed to get to where they are now because it was getting quite frustrating there for a time. Quote
The King Of Swing Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 Thinking about it I actually like the idea of MJF completely no selling CM Punk like an annoying troll. Quote
Infinity Land Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 1 hour ago, The King Of Swing said: Thinking about it I actually like the idea of MJF completely no selling CM Punk like an annoying troll. At least we know he ain't lurking under a bridge. Quote
The King of Old School Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 (edited) If the natural order of AEW World Champions now isn't babyface MJF - heel CM Punk - babyface Kenny Omega then what is this company even doing? Edited July 31, 2023 by The King of Old School Quote
RedRooster Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 I don't think that's necessarily the route they need to, or even should take. I'd be extremely wary about putting the title on Punk if I were Tony Khan, given how many injuries he's suffered so far; and that's assuming Omega would even work with him. I'd keep going with MJF until a heel felt hot enough to merit making the title switch. And heck, I wouldn't rule out that heel being Adam Cole. I think he's proven a lot of people wrong since returning from injury; myself included. Quote
Guest Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 If you want anyone saving aew from Punk it’s hangman and not Kenny who does that. After kingstons failed at it Quote
Paid Members LaGoosh Posted July 31, 2023 Paid Members Posted July 31, 2023 No way you risk putting the title on Pepsi Phil. Even ignoring his weak and fragile body/ego from a story perspective he doesn't really need it and it's the most uninteresting and predictable option. Quote
The King Of Swing Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 Fuck it, I say keep the titles separate for the time being and see where the wind blows. Keep MJF busy with the Cole storyline and have Punk go through a few TV feuds. Quote
King Mal the Glorious Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 Aye, there are legs in Punk being a fake champion and facing a few people before the final confrontation with MJF/whoever is champ. Heel Punk Vs face MJF at the PPV in November is a good aim. The MJF/Cole storyline can play out in the meantime and Punk can deal with Starks and whoever else for a bit. Quote
d-d-d-dAz Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 2 hours ago, LaGoosh said: No way you risk putting the title on Pepsi Phil. Even ignoring his weak and fragile body/ego from a story perspective he doesn't really need it and it's the most uninteresting and predictable option. Genuine question, how does he get a bigger rep for a fragile ego than the lads refusing to work with him and sticking him in Saturday Siberia? Surely we’re at the point where we just have to admit everyone is as bad as each other. Quote
Guest Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 13 minutes ago, d-d-d-dAz said: Genuine question, how does he get a bigger rep for a fragile ego than the lads refusing to work with him and sticking him in Saturday Siberia? Surely we’re at the point where we just have to admit everyone is as bad as each other. Cause they didn’t start the fight then have kept their side quiet. Maybe if they, coughs in FTR, had been feeding gossip for a year you'd maybe have a point Quote
The King Of Swing Posted July 31, 2023 Posted July 31, 2023 They'll be working together by the end of the year. BRAND WARFARE BAY BAY. Quote
Paid Members LaGoosh Posted August 1, 2023 Paid Members Posted August 1, 2023 (edited) 7 hours ago, d-d-d-dAz said: Genuine question, how does he get a bigger rep for a fragile ego than the lads refusing to work with him and sticking him in Saturday Siberia? Because they don't cry and throw tantrums at press conferences, stuffing cake in their face while whining "what did I do to deserve this". It's going to be hard not to get tarred with the "fragile ego" brush after having a public paddy while the other party have been pretty much silent on the subject. Edited August 1, 2023 by LaGoosh Quote
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