One Big Thing
A.J. Befumo and Big Justice, known widely as “The Costco Guys” on TikTok, are making their AEW debut at Full Gear this Saturday against QT Marshall, marking a significant crossover between social media stardom and professional wrestling.
Key Details
- Event takes place November 23 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ
- A.J. signed a one-match contract with AEW specifically for this bout
- Match stems from a 20-year history between A.J. and QT Marshall on the independent circuit
- A.J. previously wrestled as Eric Justice in New Jersey independent promotions
By The Numbers
- 2.3 million+ TikTok followers for The Costco Guys
- 20+ years of wrestling experience for A.J.
- First major promotion appearance for the social media stars
Why It Matters
This match represents a significant merger between social media influence and professional wrestling, potentially drawing new audiences to AEW. It also marks A.J.’s return to wrestling after building a successful social media career, showing how wrestling talents can evolve in the digital age.
Behind The Story
The buildup to this match began when A.J. and his family appeared at AEW All Out in September, creating content with various AEW stars. The feud intensified after A.J. delivered his signature “powerBOOM!” to Marshall during a recent confrontation.
What’s Next
The match at Full Gear will determine if The Costco Guys can translate their social media success into wrestling accomplishments, potentially opening doors for future collaborations between AEW and social media personalities.
What do you think about social media influencers crossing over into professional wrestling? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
