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"You fucking mark, fire me!"

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Promo Data

Title:

"You fucking mark, fire me!"

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Date:

01.06.2022

Promotion:

All Elite Wrestling

Event:

AEW Dynamite #139 (Card with guide)

[MJF tries to speak, but he is getting interrupted by the crowd.]

MJF: "I am in a lot of pain right now, after what happened last Sunday... but all you people wanna do is hear me talk, right? That's what... That's what you want, right? You wanna hear me talk? I'll talk...

[MJF takes a scarf off his shoulders and looks straight into the camera.]

...but this is Max Friedman talking! Big merger boss, lot of important executives here tonight to watch your product. Would be a real shame, if something bad happened... I wouldn't wanna embarrass you, man. Speaking of embarrassing, you've been tryna sit down with me to hash things out for quite some time now, haven't ya?

[The crowd starts chanting: "Shut the fuck up!".]

Well guess what? Too little too late. Here's why: when this company first started, it was All Friends Wrestling. Everybody was handed a ticket except for me! See, I had to write my own and boy do I have good penmanship, because I created moment after moment, after moment for this company... and I still get no respect! Nobody is on my level, no one! Everything I touch, turns to gold. There is nothing I can't do. Everytime I come out here, I am not expected to hit home runs, I'm expected to hit grand slams and I do that shit on a weekly basis! See, all the other boys, they get to settle for being great. I have to be perfect, because I'm the 26 years old, who is constantly held under a microscope, because I'm the only guy who is capable of carrying this company on my back as I had for months. It's funny... It's funny I hear boos, but I also hear clapping. That's interesting, that's interesting.

[The crowd is cheering for MJF.]

Where were you guys... Where were you guys this whole weekend, when you were calling me an unprofessional piece of shit? I'm just curious. You're not the only problem, no, it's the boys in the back too, cause the boys in the back all want my spot. Well guess what, you want my spot, you can have it, cause I don't wanna be here anymore. Now let's talk about you "fans", huh? You people call yourself fans, you're not fans. You're uneducated marks. You sit there, on your phones, tweeting out your opinions like they're worth a damn - let me explain something to you, people. You don't know shit! Your opinions suck! Your opinions change at the drop of a dime and then you pretend your new opinions are the same as your old, for example: "Man, I always knew MJF was a good wrestler". Really? That's interesting, because last time I checked, you guys pretended I sucked in the ring for a long time and why is that, huh? Because... Because I'm not ontrained like all your faves? Because I don't pretend to watch New Japan? Cause I don't dump... Cause I don't dump my opponents on their head? Cause I'm not reckless, what is it? Is it cause I'm not chasing star ratings, guys? What is it? How could I possibly be the best? Well, newsflash - I AM THE BEST! I'M THE BEST IN THE WORLD, CAUSE I'M THE ONLY GUY, WHO MAKES YOU FEEL... and unlike all those boys I don't gotta do a bunch of bullshit to get you there!

[The crowd is cheering yet again.]

I am a generational talent and you people consistently take me for granted, but it's not just you... It's the big man in the back too. Here's something you guys can't take for granted. Here's something he doesn't want you to know. Do you guys know, who the second biggest minute-for-minute draw is in this entire company? Nope! You wish... IT'S ME! It's me! And if you don't believe me, do me a favour - ask Stat Boy Tony in the back and see, what he's got to say... But whatever you do, don't ask him to reach into his pockets and pay the man, who's been busting his ass for him since day one! No, no, no, no, no, no! Make sure he hoards all that money... Make sure he hoards all that money, so he can give it to all the new ex-WWE guys he keeps bringing in.

[The crowd is shocked by MJF's words, but Max lifts his finger up so he can continue.]

THEY CAN'T LACE MY GOD DAMN BOOTS!

[Cheers for MJF continue to grow.]

Hey... Hey, boss! Would you treat me better if I was an ex-WWE guy? See, maybe you don't get it, man. Here's the problem with you, boss. You got a position of power in the wrestling company, when the only position you should be assuming is behind the guardrail, with all of them! I don't wanna wait till 2024, but you don't listen to me, so allow me to make it a little bit easier for you - Tony... I want you to fire me. Tony... DON'T COUNT ME DOWN, YOU PIECE OF SHIT! SHUT YOUR MOUTH! Look at me, Tony... Look at me. I want you to fire me, YOU FUCKING MARK, FIRE ME! FIRE ME! FIRE ME! ---

[At this point all of MJF's following words are bleeped. When the bleeping stops, Max tries to continue his promo, but his microphone gets cut off. Furious MJF throws the mic on the mat.]

- Thanks to CAGEMATCH inmates KuczyPL and Hangerman for sending in transcripts. Keep it going!

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Average rating: 9.74 [295]

Average rating in 2026: 10.00 [3]

Average rating in 2025: 9.76 [34]

Average rating in 2024: 9.57 [28]

Average rating in 2023: 9.38 [42]

Average rating in 2022: 9.83 [188]

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Latest comments of the CAGEMATCH inmates

TPG wrote on 01.01.2026:

[10.0] "MJF delivers a masterclass in promo work here, blending reality and storyline to perfection. The intrigue comes from the scenario itself, his apparent frustration over meet & greets and perceived pay issues, and the audience is left questioning how much is real. It's this ambiguity, the line between truth and performance, that makes MJF so compelling. Every word, pause, and inflection works to keep viewers guessing, making the segment feel alive and unpredictable. A perfect example of why he's considered one of the best talkers in modern wrestling."

the nox wrote on 14.08.2025:

[10.0] "I didn't pay too much attention to MJF before this promo, as I was focused more on WWE at the time. All that changed when he set the wrestling world ON FIRE with this promo. Perfectly blending in real and kayfabe elements in a way that shoes he understood the modern landscape of wrestling at the time, whilst also injecting a fiery passion into his promo, MJF showcased how he is a masterclass at promos. It also made me check out his other ones, which make me believe he is one of the greatest on the mic OF ALL TIME."

GunAlpha wrote on 29.06.2025:

[10.0] "Easily the best promo of the decade, right up there with MJF's iconic shoot with CM Punk. This is a masterclass in wrestling promos -- brutal, real, unapologetic, and dripping with charisma. From the moment MJF starts, you can feel the tension -- the crowd is eating him alive, and he's effortlessly turning their energy against them while flipping the script. This isn't just a promo; it's a calculated demolition of every person in the room -- the fans, the bosses, the backstage boys -- everyone. MJF doesn't just complain; he dissects the hypocrisy of the wrestling world and exposes the ugly truth behind the scenes. He calls out the "fans" as uneducated marks who flip-flop on their opinions, he calls out the company brass for not paying him what he's worth, and he dares to challenge the power structure with venom and style. That line, "YOU FUCKING MARK, FIRE ME! " -- legendary. It's the perfect boiling point of all the frustration and pride he carries. The bleeped-out tirade and throwing down the mic? Pure gold. This moment shows why MJF isn't just a wrestler -- he's a generational talent and the best heel of his era. The promo balances biting reality with classic wrestling bravado, and MJF delivers every line with ruthless precision. It's a promo that grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go. The crowd's mixed reaction -- boos, cheers, stunned silence -- shows how powerful and polarizing he is. If you want to see what modern wrestling storytelling at its absolute peak looks like, watch this promo. It's raw, unfiltered, and unforgettable."

BoltMelon1 wrote on 25.06.2025:

[10.0] "The 2nd best AEW promo ever dude. It is AMAZING. I've know this baby word for word. It is phenomenal. It is just so, so good."

KyleEnjoysWrestling wrote on 13.05.2025:

[10.0] "I was in the building to see this live & to say it was a massive jolt of adrenaline is an understatement. Seeing it take place, I knew I was seeing something special. The follow up was a little less than perfect. But the promo was everything it should have been."

zacharymahabir wrote on 13.03.2025:

[9.0] "In hindsight, the promo is simply not as heated/productive as it should've been. MJF finds himself wavering in and out of the guidelines this promo establishes for his character. Still an very good promo and a shocking moment"

TeaganFox wrote on 11.03.2025:

[10.0] "One of the best worked shoots of all time. Loved this promo. Top tier. Easily one of the top 3 AEW promos, and it's not 3 or 2. Too good for people to boo for too long. Love this guy not only as a wrestler but as a person. 10/10 promo. Dam good."

Kugenesan1 wrote on 04.03.2025:

[10.0] "The turning point of his career and best damn shoot promo we've ever got in a while. We all knew he was great at promos but after this he was goated. He became top tier talkers. And yes he is indeed a mark."

Bayesian wrote on 02.03.2025:

[10.0] "One of the best worked shoots I've ever seen. Nobody's better than MJF at being able to flip the switch and pour on the hate."

Keithnelson18 wrote on 18.02.2025:

[10.0] "My absolute favorite promo not only from MJF, but from AEW as a whole. I loved every single second of this promo. MJF calling Tony a mark was amazing cause he actually is one, and the part where he talked about Khan brining in WWE guys was facts."

wrestlingswiftie wrote on 21.08.2024:

[9.0] "I should really hate this promo. There's the three biggest MJF flaws in this one: Constant yelling, swearing, and WWE references-- and it totally works here. He was playing the role of an upset, pissed off employee who feels as if they deserve to be treated with respect and more pay, due to their hard work. With that exact context, all of his flaws become strengths for this one exact promo, especially when you think of AEW in 2022. A lot of the stuff he said was true. Unfortunately though, this promo was the beginning of the end of quality MJF promos..."

RealGraps wrote on 24.05.2024:

[10.0] "Great worked shoot promo, when MJF is at this level of intensity, hes at his best. Totally just born to be a heel, but hes too good for people to boo"

Mahogany Vince wrote on 12.02.2024:

[10.0] "Out of all the amazing promos that MJF has cut in his career I personally think that this one is his best work, whether a work or a shoot it doesn't matter"

ISimon1912 wrote on 12.01.2024:

[10.0] "The pipebomb AEW version. They took great advantage of the troubled moment that MJF was going through at the time to make this promo even more impactful."

Loge wrote on 31.10.2023:

[10.0] "Easily a top 5 promo. Thats all I really have to say. Im a Mark and Mr. Friedman blew my marky mind with his epic promo skills. MJF kinda helped shut some WWE marks up that were always bitching about AEW being dependent on ex-WWE guys, but idk theyre so blind that theyre still gonna bitch about it. I just find it more funny than annything else, like yeah, Ofc Tony wants WWE guys in AEW, but hes been doing a pretty good job at balancing the already built WWE guys with new talent. And MJF kinda proves that true as well, since he's the new talent and he absolutely fucking kills it in this promo."

Personano wrote on 05.09.2023:

[10.0] "Normally I struggle to think of what to say when it comes to commenting on promo entries, but this time I feel like mentioning just how fantastic MJF was during this entire segment. What makes this promo so great, above everything else, has to the scenario and controversy surrounding it. Max no-showing meet & greets; Max being upset at TK and the pay he was apparently receiving at the time. Nobody expected to hear what we heard that night. And the beauty of it all, in my opinion, was (and still is) not knowing just how real any of it was. Of course, Max didn't leave AEW, we know that much, but that only calls into question the rest of what he said. It's that sort of line-blurring MJF does best. Brilliant stuff."

Megastar309 wrote on 28.06.2023:

"Amazing worked shoot promo, MJF truly blurs the lines between kayfabe and reality better than any other current wrestler. He had so many fans watching in disbelief as we hadn't seen a pipebomb that good since Punk in 2011. MJF continues to amaze and now he is the AEW World Champion."

lukasmgc wrote on 29.05.2023:

[10.0] "This was truly a promo that I think helped and hurt AEW because at the time, Tony Khan looked bad because it looked like he couldn't control his own talent but it also helped because it brought a lot of eyes to the product. First, background context as the context is important. MJF was upset at AEW because he wasn't being paid and had made his dissatisfaction very clear at times and things started to heat up when he accepted an interview he wasn't supposed. DON weekend hits and the event is overshadowed by him not attending the fan event and rumors were swerling that he wasn't showing up. He shows up. Loses to Wardlow and this happens. I tuned into see this promo and I don't regret it. Sitting there and watching it man, you knew it was something special. He makes really great points. He points out the hypocrisy of the fans, the bloated roster, how Tony treated WWE guys at the time better than his own talent, and how he wasn't getting paid even though he was the biggest draw and one of the safest workers along with This hit hard watching it in the moment because you knew you were witnessing history. You knew you were seeing history. It hits completely different here. This is AEW's CM Punk pipebomb promo. This was great promo. Just absolutely lightning in a bottle promo. 10/10."

KittyAlpha2424 wrote on 29.04.2023:

[10.0] "As if MJF wasn't already respected as a world-class talent, this promo would certainly seal the deal. What would follow this masterpiece would be Max going off screen for 8 months and, when he did return, the belt was immediately put on him. As I type this review, he has been champion for ~6 months, and he's had a title reign where we have seen a highly-acclaimed Iron Man match that showed that MJF is not only the man on the mic, but a beast in the ring."

AyoWrasslin wrote on 18.04.2023:

[10.0] "Normally I hate the gimmick of disliking the company you work for but in this case it worked perfectly. MJF is him. Incredible 10/10"

Okaro143 wrote on 16.02.2023:

[9.0] "There is no doubt in my mind that MJF will go down as one of the greatest speakers of all time. Time and time again, he never fails to deliver a stellar promo but this was probably his best in his young 7 years career. it was bold and scathing; It isn't a promo one would expect from someone who fits the image of a company man as much as MJF does but it happened and MJF owns the rebel persona as much as he did the douche persona. Incredible work by the 26 yr old Max, whose promo cutting ability, many of his peers wished they had."

arkhamoutlaw10 wrote on 18.01.2023:

[0.0] "Narcissistic, pointless, doesn't benefit anyone, had no long-term impact on the MJF character, only exists to make a specific fragment of the audience put their hands on their face out of "shock." CM Punk's pipebomb is one of the best promos in wrestling history, but its influence has been disastrous, with this the most high-profile failure to come from its wake."

WorkrateOdyssey wrote on 09.01.2023:

[2.0] "A promo that only speaks to a limited audience, full of forced emotion and shock value with the placement of F-bombs speaking to the emptiness of the threat and promo at large. This is the kind of promo that a 12-year old shows their parents to prove how hardcore their interests are with the intent to scare them. MJF is special on the microphone, but here it's painfully forced and hollow. He's much better off focusing on promos that are cerebral and understated."

MainEventMaster wrote on 24.10.2022:

[10.0] "THIS is how you do a worked shoot, barely broke the fourth wall as well as being a key part in MJFs unwinding story."

AndoCommando wrote on 30.09.2022:

[3.0] "Trash-ass worked shoot that some fans couldn't figure out at the time, which says more about them than the quality of the promo. We are uneducated marks. We don't know shit. Our opinions aren't knowledge. But I'd like to think wrestling can still function in its own world. Don't tell us about how safe of a worker you are, or that you don't go out of your way to impress a specific journalist. Why the f**k should we give a damn? You can't recreate the magic of the Pipebomb when you miss key points like how that promo never broke kayfabe; only blurred the lines, along with actually building to a big match. Tony Khan isn't going to wrestle, nor be an on-screen personality so what's the point in hindsight? Talk about the minute-by-minute draws. How bout you draw some money with that mic work you cheap hack. Fans are stupid though, I won't deny that."

Reinhard Lohengramm wrote on 11.09.2022:

[9.0] "This is definitely a good promo, but it didn't as much of an impression on me compared to everyone else. Worked shoot promo do it for me like they use to."

pudszttiot wrote on 02.09.2022:

[10.0] "I dunno if this was a work or shoot but this was fkn awesome, not to mention he has not been back on tv or heard from the second they cut his mic...... I love it, keep the kayfabe alive!"

blackgoku wrote on 08.08.2022:

[10.0] "One of the greatest promos in the history of wrestling. Whatever MJF said was true and he truly is one of the only wrestlers who can make you feel something. Cannot wait to see how this goes."

OlFi wrote on 31.07.2022:

[10.0] "One of the GREATEST promo of all time! MJF, for now, one of the greatest on the mic. It's not another "Pipe Bomb", it's another masterpiece."

znezaalj wrote on 28.07.2022:

[10.0] "If it? s a work, it is completely believable, if it is not; MJF must be very unhappy with the company. The doubt that the promo leaves you with is part of its greatness: a true pipebomb."

CognacConversation wrote on 15.07.2022:

[10.0] "No one in wrestling today can blur the line between work and shoot as beautifully as MJF. This promo was a master stroke of genius. Every line delivered with conviction as he sells himself as absolutely over-delivering on his deal but not getting his due. As of writing this (July 15 2022) he's not been seen on AEW programming again, including the recent Forbidden Door PPV, so only time will tell if this proves either to be an extremely elaborate angle or an actual exit from AEW to ultimately get signed to WWE. He deserves a mega-push wherever he ends up."

MLKGodson wrote on 20.06.2022:

"Either this was a work or a shoot, this could go down as one of the best, if not, convincing promos ever in wrestling no doubt about it."

PavelDragunov wrote on 10.06.2022:

[10.0] "Amid rumors that MJF is not happy with the salary and he has a conflict with Tony Khan, this performance looks really strong. This is a combination of reality, image and history that has been going on at MJF in AEW for three years. Insanely tough arguments about fans, new wrestlers from WWE, about the dynasty and many other micro topics that MJF was able to express in a surprisingly tough and hype segment. This is the moment when, after such a speech, the fighters take the side of the light and it is easy to lose and destroy such a story, you need to use this moment and beat the right strings of the audience's soul. I hope this is the beginning of something historic for the company. In fact, after this, Maxwell should break through to the top of the food chain and become a World champion for the evil of everyone, or this is not what we think at all, it intrigues very much."

Taras Bulba wrote on 10.06.2022:

[10.0] "The best promo in AEW history so far. MJF is the best young talent in AEW. Tony should push him to the Moon as fast as possible."

Big daddy hhf wrote on 10.06.2022:

[10.0] "Wow what a Great promo. One of the greatest promo's of all time. Mjf is phenomenal. He should receive a Push"

Zen Aku wrote on 05.06.2022:

[10.0] "An incredible promo, time will tell if it lives up to the level of the pipebomb promo by Punk. AEW have something special here and I really hope they don't butcher this"

Mizzle Assault Ant wrote on 04.06.2022:

[3.0] "The more I think about this, the more I don't like it. That's my personal take, obviously it went over well with most people. But I think MJF has been doing great work all along and there's no need to bring in this kind of shooty shoot stuff. It's hard to see where this goes, I certainly really do not want Tony Khan to become an onscreen character, he is a very poor fit for it. I guess somehow MJF comes back and probably eventually holds the title hostage I guess? It could work well but to me this is a weird way to get there. I am really not a fan of the whole "this is not the character speaking, this is REALLY REAL now! " kind of stuff. Certainly MJF delivered it with passion and skill though, I'll give him that."

Macaoidh4 wrote on 03.06.2022:

"The best promo since the Pipebomb from who I think is now my favourite talker of all time. And he's only 26 years old. 10/10"

Wuzong Shen wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "This might be the most explosive thing you could see now in pro wrestling. Really expect for what would happen next."

captain amir 1999 wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "Masterpiece. this guy is talented as hell and he already wrote his name in the list of the greatest talkers in the history of this business."

TrocaNero wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "This might be the best promo I've ever heard. Great way of doing worked shoot, so much emotion, such good lines, so freaking good just in general."

CMX-7 wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "Amazing emotional promo in the spirit of pipebomb 2011, there were a lot of harsh and unexpected words about Tony Khan and mentions of WWE. I want to note that MJF was removed from the list of the roster, his merch was removed from sales, and everyone mentioning this promo is silent... if this is part of the plot for the BIG Match against CM Punk, then Tony Khan a genius that worked out everything in such detail, if not, then sad to lose such a witty and cool heel"

tsdenizen wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "This requires no explanation, so I'm not going to provide one. Makes the pipebomb look like a fucking sparkler."

MJFsScarf wrote on 03.06.2022:

"Max is the best at what he does. He makes you feel and is the reason I watch AEW. The best on the stick and deservedly should get paid."

themuh wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "Bottom line, the best pipebomb ever. Punk's pipebomb was good, but this is better, and there was virtually no boundaries with the language, too. Work or not - this was real."

Mister Ben Strong wrote on 03.06.2022:

"This is a candidate for the best promo of 2022. MJF spoke superbly about the inner workings of AEW and confirmed the collapse of this federation as a workshop for creating new stars. MJF is the best wrestler of 2022."

Rocky7 wrote on 03.06.2022:

[10.0] "MJF and Tony Khan want you to think that THIS IS A SHOOT BROTHER, and a lot of people think it is. Yes there's been issues between them lately, but not to the point where they won't work together on something like this, so instead of walking out and not co-operating (unlike two other people in the other promotion), we get pure gold in the form of this promo that blurred the lines. AEW have played their part as well by refusing to upload the segment to YouTube, refer to it on social media in any way, and even go as far as to remove MJF from their online roster and their Pro Wrestling Tees store. It not only outlines what fans know about MJF's issues, but also criticisms some in wrestling - both those on the scene and fans - have of Khan, in particular him hiring a lot of former WWE talent. In fact, the very next match that took place after this promo pitted the former Rusev against the former John Morrison. MJF doing this while execs from Warner Bros.-Discovery were attending the show puts this on an even higher level."

Derek Joists wrote on 02.06.2022:

[10.0] "Without a doubt the best promo in AEW's history, the best in MJF's career, and one of the best of all time. Worked shoots are tricky to get right, but this nailed it. Yes, we know that it would have been approved beforehand, but it's almost certainly the case that the content is based on stuff that MJF truly feels, and we don't know how much has been sorted out backstage yet. It's that blurring of reality and fiction that made it so compelling even by MJF's extremely high standards."

eltetechori wrote on 02.06.2022:

[10.0] "The best promo from a potential heel, it was certainly brutal and plays very well with reality and fiction."

Ualightning86 wrote on 02.06.2022:

"I'll let the magic be magic and won't overanalyze this. Purely insane. Fantastic delivery, dint know if this was a shoot a work or whatever and I don't really care to be honest. It was just perfect for the role max is playing, a cock arrogant guy who only cares about money and feels he's being disrespected because all the ex wwe guys make more money than him. Wonderful promo that's gonna leave a mark for a long long time to come."

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