Adam Copeland, aka Edge, was previously a part of WWE for over two decades. However, his last match in the promotion took place on August 18, 2023. Thereafter, he left the Stamford-based promotion to become a part of the Tony Khan-led promotion, AEW. However, as of now, Edge has revealed WWE’s feelings towards him for joining AEW.
Adam Copeland, aka Edge, recently appeared for an interview with Sports Illustrated. During that, The Rated R Superstar stated that he would be forever thankful to WWE. Adam also stated that it was the only place he wanted to work. He added, “We reached a place where we’d done all we could do together”.
Copeland then went on to reveal, “I guarantee you this–they’re not mad. I’m not mad”. He said “I’ve received so many texts from the office,” performers, and other departments, and “none of them are mad”. The former WWE Superstar added that WWE people are happy for him, and he himself is happy as well.
Adam (Edge) Copeland, speaking to Sports Illustrated, on the reaction from WWE for his arrival in AEW, stating that everyone there is happy for him:
“And I guarantee you this, they’re not mad. I’m not mad. I’ve received so many texts from the office, from the travel department,… pic.twitter.com/3OsZxOyg7C
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) October 4, 2023
Edge stated, “They’re not mad…They’re happy for me”. Thus, it can very well be understood that WWE isn’t angry with Edge for joining AEW. Instead, they are happy for him. However, now it remains to be seen, after presenting a memorable run in WWE, how Copeland decides to entertain his fans while being a part of the Tony Khan-led promotion.
WWE Hall of Famer Edge aka Adam Copeland comments on leaving WWE
Adam Copeland, also known as Edge, presented an amazing run to his fans while being a part of WWE. However, he recently made his debut in AEW on October 1, 2023. Before beginning his run with the Tony Khan-led promotion, it seems Copeland has decided to share his thoughts on leaving his previous promotion.
Adam Copeland recently took to his social media handle to comment on leaving the Stamford-based promotion. The Rated R Superstar started by saying that he is no longer a part of WWE and that his new home is AEW. However, Adam mentioned that he loves the Stamford-based promotion and appreciates everything the Triple-H-led promotion did for him.
I guess what I’m trying to say is this, if you’ve appreciated my work, you still can, no matter what the initials are. Because I’ll still be bustin my ass everytime I’m out there. This ride isn’t over just yet. Just try to have fun, like it should be. Because trust me I’ll be…
— Adam Copeland (@EdgeRatedR) October 2, 2023
He added, “WWE helped me meet the woman I’d start my family with. Sometimes relationships just grow apart and I feel the WWE and I have just outgrown each other. I wanted to do more. They didn’t have much more for me to do. Simple as that. And that’s ok”.
Toward the end, Adam Copeland mentioned that his journey wasn’t over yet, and Edge also stated that he would be having fun all the upcoming times as he would be seen inside the squared circle. Thus, while Copeland is no longer a part of WWE, he is currently excited for his new run. It will really be interesting for fans to see what the Tony Khan-led promotion has planned for the ‘Rated R Superstar’ in the upcoming days.
