A significant change has occurred in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Company President Tony Khan made an important announcement following the Forbidden Door event, which now requires wrestlers to adhere to new rules when using their World Title contract.
Sports News: AEW President Tony Khan has announced a major change following Forbidden Door. From now on, any wrestler who wins a Casino Gauntlet Match and earns a World Title shot contract will not be able to cash it in immediately. According to the new rule, the wrestler must announce their decision to take the title shot at least one week in advance.
This decision will directly affect top wrestlers like MJF, who often surprise their opponents by cashing in suddenly. AEW management believes that this change will allow for better promotion of championship matches and will also maintain the prestige and dignity of these matches.
What is the New Rule?
Previously, the AEW rule was that a wrestler winning the Casino Gauntlet Match could cash in their contract for a World Title shot at any time and place. However, this rule has now been significantly changed. Tony Khan announced that now the contract holder must give at least one week's notice before stepping into the ring for a title match.
Explaining the reason for this rule change at a press conference, Tony Khan said: "Our priority is to promote championship matches as much as possible. I want every big match to reach the audience in the right way and create excitement for it. Holding any major championship match without promotion is not part of our vision."
Biggest Setback for MJF
The new rule has the biggest impact on MJF (Maxwell Jacob Friedman). MJF has always been known for his heel (negative character) persona, and taking advantage of the right opportunity has been his special strategy. Previously, he was preparing to seize the championship by suddenly cashing in his contract, especially against AEW World Champion Hangman Page, his strategy was based on this. But now this new rule has disrupted his plan.
MJF also had a bad day at the Forbidden Door event. He tried to get Page disqualified, but Page cleverly protected his title. In such a situation, the new rule is creating more difficulties for him.
Mixed Reactions in the Wrestling World
- Tony Khan's decision has divided wrestling fans and experts.
- Some fans believe that this will make AEW championship matches more special and grand.
On the other hand, some people are disappointed because they will now miss the shock factor of "surprise cash-ins." Experts say that this decision has been taken to strengthen AEW's brand value and maintain the dignity of the championship title. Since "cash-in surprises" have been a popular angle in WWE, AEW has tried to further strengthen its identity by choosing a different path.
