On the October 28 episode of AEW Collision, Kenny Omega challenged MJF for the AEW Championship.
The bout was set up because Omega wanted to prevent MJF from becoming the longest-reigning champion in AEW history.
Omega was unsuccessful, losing to MJF, who would go on to break his record of 346 days as AEW Champion.
Speaking to Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated about the bout with Omega, MJF said, “I wanted a match with Kenny Omega, the best in the world in a pay-per-view main event–but on free television because I’m salt of the earth. That is the best match in Collision history, and it’s one of the best matches in AEW history. It was a really big deal for the company, and it really felt like the handing of the baton of who the top dog, bell-to-bell is in AEW. I couldn’t be more grateful that Kenny gave me that opportunity.”
MJF's next title defense is set to take place at AEW Full Gear when he faces Jay White.
Fans can check out the lineup for AEW Full Gear by clicking here.
