Adam Copeland, also known as Edge, recently spoke with The Score while promoting the AEW All Out: Toronto pay-per-view scheduled for Saturday. The event coincides with WWE WrestlePalooza on ESPN, which will be headlined by John Cena versus Brock Lesnar. During the interview, Copeland reflected on John Cena using some of his signature moves and shared insights on their past rivalry in WWE.
Copeland Responds to Cena Imitating His Signature Moves
In the conversation, Adam Copeland addressed a recent moment where John Cena appeared to adopt some of his wrestling mannerisms during the WWE Clash In Paris event. He described seeing a clip where Cena executed the setup for a spear move, a hallmark of Copeland’s style.
“I saw a clip a couple of days ago where he did the whole [spear] setup and everything… It’s super fun. Yeah, it’s just fun.”
– Adam Copeland, Professional Wrestler
Reflecting on Their WWE Rivalry and Chemistry
Copeland also highlighted the dynamic that made his rivalry with John Cena in WWE so memorable. He described how their encounter came at an ideal moment for both competitors, with Cena needing a compelling antagonist and Copeland playing the perfect foil.
“I think for John and I, we’re two guys that met each other at the right time. He needed a bad guy, and I needed a good guy. It just clicked. You never know when something is going to click.”
– Adam Copeland, Professional Wrestler
He further expanded on how their contrasting characters and shared commitment contributed to their success in elevating each other’s careers.
John and I from day one, it just clicked. And I think it was, our characters were polar opposite. I knew what the assignment was and so did he. I think you had two guys that were very willing to do what we had to do to get us both over. And John was already well on his way, but I but I feel like our angle is what really put the stamp on him being the top guy and it put the stamp on me being a main event guy. I’ll always look back at that one fondly and and what we were able to do and and the fun we had.
– Adam Copeland, Professional Wrestler
Upcoming AEW Appearance and Continued Wrestling Impact
Aside from his reflections on Cena, Copeland is preparing to compete alongside Christian Cage against FTR during the AEW All Out: Toronto pay-per-view this Saturday. This match marks one of the key highlights of the event and illustrates Copeland’s ongoing influence within the wrestling world.
The insights from Copeland add dimension to the John Cena rivalry highlights by showing mutual respect and acknowledging the creative partnership that contributed to both performers’ legacies. As wrestling fans anticipate these parallel major events on Saturday, Copeland’s comments emphasize the enduring impact of their shared history and the excitement surrounding current wrestling competitions.
