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AEW Holiday Bash: MJF Returns, Expanding UK Presence?

12/19/2025

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Summary

Moxley Triumphs Again

AEW held a Holiday Bash double-taping in Manchester, featuring nine matches across Dynamite and Collision.
Jon Moxley of All Elite Wrestling defeated Roderick Strong to continue his Continental Classic.
Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) returned, turning the Worlds End triple-threat for the AEW Men’s World Championship into a fatal-four-way.
Ticket sales for weekly US shows remain a concern, prompting talks about expanding AEW's UK presence.

Summary

Jericho's Future Uncertain

Chris Jericho, professional wrestler, remains uncertain about his future amid speculation of a WWE return.
Eric Bischoff predicts Jericho may leave AEW, citing his strategic thinking and past experiences.
Jericho has been absent from AEW since April 2025, prompting questions about his next move.
A WWE return could offer Jericho a significant role and a lucrative deal, including a retirement tour, and his choice will affect his wrestling legacy.

History

Historical Context

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) debuted its weekly show, Dynamite, on October 2, 2019, quickly attracting over 1.4 million viewers. This success marked a significant challenge to WWE, which has dominated professional wrestling since the 1980s. AEW's expansion into international markets, including the UK, reflects its ambition to reshape the wrestling landscape and solidify its legacy in the industry.

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Moxley Triumphs Again

AEW held a Holiday Bash double-taping in Manchester, featuring nine matches across Dynamite and Collision.
Jon Moxley of All Elite Wrestling defeated Roderick Strong to continue his Continental Classic.
Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) returned, turning the Worlds End triple-threat for the AEW Men’s World Championship into a fatal-four-way.
Ticket sales for weekly US shows remain a concern, prompting talks about expanding AEW's UK presence.

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