3-time WWE champion sends cryptic message hours before AEW Collision

Hours before AEW Collision, a former WWE champion and leading figure in a top faction of the Jacksonville-based promotion, sent a cryptic message that has the wrestling world buzzing.

Montel Vontavious Porter a.k.a. MVP is a former two-time WWE United States Champion and also held the promotion's Tag Team Championship once. He is currently an integral member of the Hurt Syndicate. He recently took to X/Twitter and sent a cryptic message:

“You know, I've been to the edge. I stood there and looked down. I lost a lot of friends there, baby. I got no time to mess around.”

Expand Tweet

What was Sabu really like? More info HERE.

While the implication of this message remains unknown, it does come at a tense time for the Hurt Syndicate. The dominant faction that also features the AEW World Tag Team Champions Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin recently welcomed MJF into the fold, though not without internal resistance, particularly from Lashley.

At AEW Dynamite: Beach Break 2025, MVP was the voice of reason, brokering MJF’s entry after weeks of lobbying. With Friedman’s official contract signing looming at next week's Dynamite, all eyes are now on Collision to see if we get some insight into Porter's cryptic message.

MJF could be in for shocking turn of events at AEW Dynamite next week

Just days ahead of the highly anticipated contract signing between MJF and the Hurt Syndicate on Dynamite, a new possibility is making the rounds, and it is about a potential swerve. Not to mention, MVP's cryptic tweet about standing at the edge and losing friends somewhat plays into this narrative.

The possibility suggests that the contract signing could serve as a trap, with Cedric Alexander possibly debuting in Tony Khan's promotion to take MJF’s spot. Given MVP’s track record of strategic manipulation, all eyes will be on Dynamite to see if the celebration turns into a shocking ambush.

Expand Tweet

Only time will tell how things play out between the Hurt Syndicate and MVP next week.

About the author

Karan Raj is a senior writer in Sportskeeda's AEW division. He holds an engineering degree from Manipal University, but his passion for sports motivated him to pursue an MSc in Sports Business from the University of Liverpool. Karan has been in the sports marketing industry for the past seven years.

As a lifelong WWE fan and enthusiast of wrestling entertainment, he has always been drawn to the industry's unique blend of sports and storytelling. Karan was introduced to the business by his elder sister when he was 10 years old.

Before assuming his current role at Sportskeeda, Karan worked for several reputable organizations, such as Ting Works LLP and Sportz Interactive, wearing different hats. He also wrote the anthem of UP Rudras, a hockey team that played in the Hockey India League. Karan conducts thorough research while writing articles and only relies on credible sources for information.

Karan's favorite pro wrestler is Seth Rollins. He admires The Visionary's versatility as a performer and his ability to play both heel and babyface characters to perfection. Besides Rollins, Karan looks up to Roman Reigns for his storytelling skills and ability to captivate audiences.

In AEW, he enjoys watching Will Ospreay compete inside the ring. Karan loves The Aerial Assassin's technical in-ring ability and athleticism. If Karan could go back to the Attitude Era, he would combine forces with Jericho and promise to elevate his career to the same level as The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin.When not writing about pro wrestling, Karan loves to play and watch football. It is a huge part of his life.

He is also a massive fan of tennis and is learning to play the sport. Apart from sports, he also knows how to play the ukulele.

Know More

Edited by Sayantan Niyogi