Update on MJF possibly suing WWE for a recent incident

Earlier this year, WWE had reportedly asked Netflix for a modified version of the Happy Gilmore 2 trailer, excluding MJF, for them to air on RAW. The request was granted by Netflix and drew worldwide criticism from wrestling fans. Now, a new update has come to light around the possibility of The Salt of the Earth taking legal action against the sports entertainment juggernaut.

Earlier this year, MJF was officially confirmed as one of the cast members for the upcoming Hollywood movie Happy Gilmore 2, headlined by Adam Sandler. The film also features WWE stars Becky Lynch and Nikki Bella in small roles. Earlier, The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reported that WWE had specifically asked Netflix for a modified version of the Happy Gilmore 2 trailer (without MJF) to air during their recent taping of RAW.

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However, on the latest Fightful Q&A, insider Sean Ross Sapp dismissed the possibility of legal action. When asked whether Friedman could have grounds to sue WWE, Sapp replied:

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"No, and I don't think he would care. It's lame and petty, but largely harmless and just isn't a thing that really matters."

While neither Friedman nor his team has commented on this situation, it will be interesting to see if The Salt of the Earth uses this development to his advantage as a means to diss WWE in a future promo.

MJF will feature in Casino Gauntlet Qualification match on Dynamite 300

Last week, Tony Khan announced the return of the Men's/Women's Casino Gauntlet Matches at All In. Now, the Jacksonville-based promotion has confirmed that Friedman will participate in one of the men's qualifying bouts.

AEW took to X/Twitter to announce this match and wrote:

''This Wednesday, 7/2! #AEWDynamite 300 LIVE, 8ET/7CT on @TBSNetwork + @SportsOnMax. 4-Way Match [sic] for the #2 Spot in the #AEWAllInTexas Casino Gauntlet! @BrodyxKing vs. @The_MJF vs. @Bowens_Official vs. @ARealFoxx! Don't miss Dynamite 300 LIVE on TBS + MAX this Wednesday, 7/2!!"

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The Salt of the Earth will join Mark Briscoe as the second participant in the Men's Casino Gauntlet Match should he get past his opponents on Wednesday.

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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.

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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.

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