AEW fans made headlines across social media this week after an unfiltered, political chant erupted during the Dynamite main event in Las Vegas—an event that not only sparked debate online but also highlighted the company’s unfiltered approach to crowd expression.
“F— ICE” Chant Goes Viral During AEW Dynamite Main Event
On Wednesday night’s AEW Dynamite, MJF faced Brody King in a high-stakes World Championship Eliminator Match. The crowd in Las Vegas, however, had more than just wrestling on their minds. As soon as the match began, a loud and clear “F— ICE” chant broke out, shaking the arena.
The chant wasn’t random—Brody King has been outspoken about his stance against ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement), using his AEW platform to raise awareness and funds for immigration rights groups. The crowd’s chant was in support of King’s activism and aligned with the themes he’s incorporated into his on-screen persona.
Both MJF and King paused as the chant echoed through the arena, acknowledging the moment before beginning their match.
MJF Responds: AEW Doesn’t Censor the Crowd
The viral chant sparked conversation across wrestling and political circles. But what surprised many was AEW’s decision not to censor the moment during the live broadcast.
At Super Bowl Radio Row the next day, MJF addressed the moment in an interview with DraftKings:
“We were in Vegas and they started a ‘F— ICE’ chant. Now, I don’t care what side of the political line you land on, there’s no other wrestling promotion that wouldn’t censor the fans. We don’t do that. We’re the listening company.”
He added:
“If all the fans want to chant that, we’re going to let them. I think that’s what makes my company special. We don’t censor the fans. It’s nice.”
MJF’s comments only further cement AEW’s identity as a promotion willing to let its fanbase speak freely—even if that speech enters politically sensitive territory.
Brody King Defeats MJF, Earns Title Shot at AEW Grand Slam Australia
The crowd wasn’t the only one making waves that night—Brody King picked up a huge win over MJF in the main event. As a result, he’s now set to face MJF once again, this time for the AEW World Championship at AEW Grand Slam Australia on February 15.
MJF, a two-time world champion, won the title at AEW Worlds End in late 2025. But after this upset loss, the pressure is back on.
A Look at Brody King’s Rise
- Former member of House of Black, where he won the AEW World Trios Championships.
- Later teamed with Bandido to form Brodido, a fan-favourite tag team that held the AEW World Tag Team Titles for most of last summer.
- Now a main-event singles star with his eyes on the top prize.
King’s unique mix of hard-hitting brawler and political rebel has helped him carve out a niche in AEW—and with the crowd behind him, his match with MJF at Grand Slam Australia could be his biggest moment yet.
What Else is Happening at AEW Grand Slam Australia?
The February 15 event is already stacked with intriguing matches:
- MJF vs. Brody King – AEW World Championship
- Andrade El Idolo vs. Adam Page – Winner faces the World Champion at AEW Revolution
- Orange Cassidy & Toni Storm vs. Marina Shafir & Wheeler Yuta – Loser Gets Their Head Shaved
The mix of personal grudges, title implications, and even hair vs. hair stipulations makes Grand Slam Australia one of AEW’s most anticipated international events.
