Appearing recently on the “Maggie & Perloff” podcast, Tony Khan revealed when he began contract negotiations with ‘The Rated-R Superstar’ Adam “Edge” Copeland. The AEW President said,
“Not long after AEW Grand Slam, we had Adam Copeland reach out, he was out of contract. He is one of the most popular and one of the most successful wrestlers of all time. To have Adam Copeland in AEW is a huge deal for us.”
For reference, AEW Grand Slam emanated from Arthur Ashe Stadium on September 20, 2023, while ‘The Rated-R Superstar’ debuted in AEW at WrestleDream on October 1. Copeland’s WWE contract is rumored to have expired on September 30.
Copeland had his last WWE match on the August 18 episode of WWE SmackDown, which was held in Toronto, where he defeated Sheamus.
He is set to make his AEW in-ring debut tonight on AEW Dynamite, against Luchasaurus.
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Adam “Edge” Copeland, one of the most popular and successful wrestlers of all time, has recently joined All Elite Wrestling (AEW). AEW President Tony Khan revealed that contract negotiations with Copeland began shortly after AEW Grand Slam, which took place on September 20, 2023.
Copeland’s arrival in AEW is considered a huge deal for the promotion. With his vast experience and fan following, he brings a significant amount of star power to the roster. The Rated-R Superstar made his AEW debut at WrestleDream on October 1, just a day after his WWE contract was rumored to have expired on September 30.
Before joining AEW, Copeland had his last match in WWE on the August 18 episode of SmackDown, where he defeated Sheamus in his hometown of Toronto. This marked the end of his tenure with WWE and opened up the opportunity for him to explore new ventures.
Tonight, Copeland is set to make his in-ring debut for AEW on AEW Dynamite, where he will face off against Luchasaurus. Fans are eagerly anticipating this match, as it will showcase Copeland’s skills and how he adapts to the AEW style of wrestling.
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Adam Copeland’s move to AEW signifies the ever-evolving landscape of professional wrestling. With top talents from various promotions making significant moves, the industry continues to thrive and provide fans with exciting matchups and storylines. As Copeland embarks on this new chapter in his career, fans can expect nothing short of thrilling performances and memorable moments in AEW.