In a chaotic and calculated main event at Worlds End, Maxwell Jacob Friedman officially ended the reign of Samoa Joe to become the new AEW World Champion, signaling a ruthless return to his roots as the industry's most despised villain. 

By outlasting Joe, Swerve Strickland, and Hangman Adam Page in a grueling 4-Way Match, MJF didn't just win back the "Triple B"—he effectively shed the "generational talent" hero persona to embrace the cold, manipulative tactics that first made him a star. 

Utilizing a timely low blow on Page and a devastating Heatseeker on Joe, Friedman proved that he is done seeking the fans' approval. As AEW heads into 2026, the landscape is once again under the thumb of a champion who is better than you, and he's more than happy to remind you of it.


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