Adam Cole Admits He’s “Bummed Out” After Losing Shot at MJF Match at AEW Full Gear

Adam Cole didn’t hold back about how disappointed he is after missing out on a chance to face MJF at AEW Full Gear. With a stipulation requiring either Cole or his best friend, Roderick Strong, to win three consecutive matches to earn the spot, Cole’s hopes were dashed when he suffered a loss to Konosuke Takeshita on AEW Dynamite. Meanwhile, Strong sealed his opportunity by defeating Lance Archer, earning the coveted spot against MJF at the pay-per-view event.

Speaking on The Danny Ocean Show, Cole opened up about how much missing this opportunity stings. “Truth be told, I’m a little bit bummed that I’m not in there with Roddy to teach MJF a lesson,” he said.

Despite the disappointment, Cole expressed full confidence in his longtime ally, adding, “If it can’t be me, my best friend Roderick Strong doing the deed is the next best thing.”

Cole, who has been laser-focused on MJF since his return at AEW WrestleDream, emphasized that he’ll still be deeply involved in the action at Full Gear, saying, “I’ll be there. I’ve gotta be there to have a front-row seat and watch Roddy smash MJF. But yeah, unfortunately, not on the card.”

This development leaves fans wondering if the rivalry between Cole and MJF is far from over. While Cole is taking his loss in stride, his visible frustration fuels speculation that he could be planning his next move, even as Roderick Strong steps into the spotlight at Full Gear.

Adam Cole’s raw emotions and candid remarks reveal just how much he wanted this showdown with MJF. While he’s supporting Roderick Strong, Cole’s fans can’t help but wonder what’s next for the former AEW World Champion as he plots his next chapter.