Cody Rhodes and MJF first met at Alpha One in Canada. MJF claimed Rhodes told Ethan Page he was hitting on his sister.
What happened?
MJF recalled the incident, saying Ethan Page approached him, asking if he was hitting on his sister. MJF denied it, saying if he were, she'd be his girlfriend by then.
MJF eventually figured out Rhodes had told Page the story. He confronted Rhodes, who initially denied it but started laughing when MJF threatened to bring Page over.
Why it matters for Cody Rhodes
The interaction led to MJF and Rhodes bonding. MJF credits Rhodes for their initial relationship, despite now considering himself the better wrestler.
MJF and Rhodes have a history that predates AEW. They were aligned early in MJF's AEW tenure, with MJF serving as Rhodes' protégé before turning on him at AEW Full Gear 2019.
What comes next?
MJF is now the AEW World Champion. He has surpassed Rhodes in the ring, but still acknowledges Rhodes' influence on their early relationship.
The meeting at Alpha One in Canada was a significant moment in their history. It led to a confrontation but ultimately formed a bond between the two wrestlers.
MJF's comments came in an interview with Brian Solomon on "Shut Up and Wrestle". He spoke about his relationship with Rhodes and their first meeting.
Cody Rhodes has been a key figure in MJF's career. Their history together has been well-documented, and this incident provides further insight into their relationship.
The AEW World Champion has come a long way since his early days in the promotion. His relationship with Rhodes has been an important part of his journey.
MJF's success in the ring is undeniable. He has proven himself to be a top wrestler in AEW, and his comments about Rhodes show he still respects his former mentor.