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9. The Four Pillars (As A Concept)
The build to the Four Pillars match at *Double or Nothing* 2023 was a frustratingly missed opportunity, failing to deliver the compelling story such a unique (and ultimately excellent) match deserved.
With Darby Allin, Sammy Guevara, Jungle Boy, and MJF all representing AEW's homegrown future - and labelled as such from the beginning of the company - this should have been a showcase of the organisation's young talent in a narrative-driven, high-stakes contest for their richest prize. Instead, AEW muddled the build with convoluted promos, unnecessary comedy, and repetitive segments that undermined the seriousness of the feud.
As the clear biggest star of the group and defending champion, MJF carried the bulk of the promos while the others struggled to find consistent character depth or motivation. The storyline lacked tension and personal stakes, feeling more like a thrown-together showcase than a defining moment for AEW's future stars. By the time the match arrived, the excitement around the "Four Pillars" concept had largely fizzled, leaving a once-in-a-generation story feeling half-baked and underwhelming.