Adam Copeland, also known as Edge, revealed on Chris Jericho’s podcast that he discussed his original plans for his role in the Judgment Day faction in WWE.
Copeland left WWE for AEW last month when his contract expired. He wrestled Luchasaurus in his AEW in-ring debut on Tuesday’s Dynamite.
“It was odd (working at WWE when Vince McMahon resigned as CEO in 2022), because that’s all I knew there, right? And even just in terms of me coming in and out, I missed a lot of things. So I’d come back and go, ‘Oh! This is happening now. Got it. Right’ and just trying to wrap my mind around that because when we were doing Judgment Day, the plan was (Finn) Bálor joins and then about a year later, they all turn on me. Well then I get to Hell in a Cell and it’s like, no, we’re changing everything and we’re speeding up that year-long process and he’s joining tomorrow and turning tomorrow. It wasn’t long and it was just starting to find some legs, but it was gonna be swimming upstream with me in it. It really was and I started to have that realization. It’s like, I don’t think they’re gonna get where they need to get to with me in this thing.”
Copeland added that when Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes got injured, things had to change and he was turned babyface.
“Again, Randy (Orton) got hurt, Cody (Rhodes) got hurt so he’s like, ‘We gotta flip ya.’ It was like, okay, I’m a utility batter. So wherever you need me, that’s where I go and again, Dom (Mysterio), all of that, it all took off and it was great and then to have Rey and I to work with. So, in order to solidify being a heel, we’re two good babyfaces for it.”
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Adam Copeland, better known by his ring name Edge, recently appeared on Chris Jericho’s podcast and shared some interesting insights about his original plans for his role in the Judgment Day faction in WWE. Copeland, who recently left WWE for AEW, discussed how his role in the faction was supposed to unfold over time but ended up changing due to unforeseen circumstances.
During the podcast, Copeland mentioned that when Vince McMahon resigned as CEO of WWE in 2022, it was a bit odd for him because that’s all he knew in the company. He had missed a lot of things during his time away and had to catch up with the changes happening in WWE. Specifically, he talked about the plans for the Judgment Day faction, which initially involved Finn Bálor joining the group and then turning on Copeland’s character a year later. However, things took a different turn when they reached Hell in a Cell, and the plans were accelerated. Bálor joined the faction sooner than expected, and Copeland realized that it might not work out well for him.
Copeland explained that the injuries to Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes forced the creative team to change their plans and turn him into a babyface. He accepted the decision and saw himself as a utility player who could adapt to any role. The change turned out to be successful, as his character took off with the storyline involving Dom Mysterio and working alongside Rey Mysterio.
The interview provided fans with a behind-the-scenes look at how plans can change in professional wrestling due to various factors such as injuries and creative decisions. It also highlighted Copeland’s versatility as a performer, willing to adapt to different roles for the benefit of the overall storyline.
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In conclusion, Adam Copeland’s revelations about his original plans for the Judgment Day faction in WWE shed light on the creative process and the flexibility required in the wrestling industry. His ability to adapt to changing circumstances showcases his talent and dedication to his craft. Fans can continue to stay informed about the wrestling world through eWrestlingNews.com and its social media platforms.