Why The Hardy Boyz Believe Their AEW Run Didn’t Reach Its Full Potential

The Hardy Boyz recently opened up about their time in AEW and what they feel went wrong. In an interview with Ariel Helwani, Jeff Hardy took full responsibility for the team not meeting expectations during their stint with the company.

Jeff pointed out that his personal struggles and legal issues were the main reasons behind their challenges. He believes these problems kept them from getting a fair opportunity to prove themselves in AEW.

Jeff Hardy’s Self-Reflection

Jeff was honest about his experience and how his past affected the company’s trust in him. He said he felt they never really got a fair shot because of his history. Jeff explained that AEW might have seen him as a risk or liability, which made it hard for them to fully trust him.

His ongoing self-blame shows how much he wanted to turn things around and build a strong legacy, but he recognizes that the doubt overshadowed his efforts inside the ring.

Matt Hardy’s Take on Missed Chances

Matt Hardy shared his broader perspective on their AEW run. He believes Jeff managed to show his talent and dedication after his return. However, Matt expressed disappointment that AEW did not take advantage of a rare opportunity — having all four major TLC legends, Matt, Jeff, Edge, and Christian, on the same roster at once.

From Matt’s viewpoint, this historic reunion could have been a huge moment for AEW. Sadly, it was an opportunity that was not fully utilized, which he sees as a missed chance to boost their popularity and impact.