5 reasons why MJF is a better heel than Roman Reigns

MJF is a better in-ring worker than Roman Reigns

Top heels like MJF and Roman Reigns don't wrestle standard matches, as they have to ensure their characters shine every time they compete. Based on the sample size available for both men, MJF is the better worker once the bell rings.

In the past, Reigns dealt with plenty of misconceptions about his ability as a wrestler. He was underrated at one point, and throughout his heel run, The Tribal Chief has undoubtedly improved. But when one compares his work to MJF's in-ring skills over the last year or so, it's clear that the Dynamite Diamond Ring winner is better.

Most of Reigns' matches take over 15 minutes to get going, and they follow a consistent formula. He dominates the bout in slow, methodical fashion before the babyface mounts a short comeback. Reigns then rallies and wins the bout with the Spear. Some of his matches, like his recent bout with Brock Lesnar have deviated from this pattern, but they have been marred by terrible finishes.

By contrast, MJF recently wrestled against Darby Allin in a match of the year contender at AEW All Out. This contest followed MJF's instant classic against Sammy Guevara on AEW Dynamite and a more story-driven match against Chris Jericho at All Out. In all three matches, fans saw a different story being told while the in-ring action remained compelling and fast-paced (except the Jericho match).

WWE has a habit of watering down wrestlers' movesets and over-producing matches, which probably plays a part in the way Reigns' matches follow the same script. But MJF isn't limited in the same way, and he has proven himself as the superior worker inside the squared circle.

MJF never breaks character

In professional wrestling, kayfabe is a relic from the past, as many stars almost openly acknowledge the difference in their real-life personalities and their wrestling gimmicks. Reigns, who is still a huge part of WWE's community outreach program, is no exception. It's clear that The Tribal Chief is a character he plays on TV.

But MJF works overtime to protect his gimmick, even when the cameras are not on him. His desire to stay in character at all times was fully on display when he insulted his own parents in an interview.

Be it during meet-and-greet sessions or on Twitter, MJF lives the persona he plays on TV, unlike Reigns, and this commitment helps solidify his heel character even more.