The AEW audience witnessed a dramatic twist at All In: Texas when Christian Cage was betrayed by his own faction, The Patriarchy, immediately after their World Tag Team Championship match. The betrayal culminated in a fierce attack led by Nick Wayne, leaving Cage vulnerable as his allies turned against him.
As The Patriarchy and their rivals FTR prepared to deliver a brutal finishing move known as the Con-Chair-To to Christian Cage, Cope’s long-anticipated return to AEW electrified the crowd. Armed with his signature weapon Spike, Cope swiftly cleared the ring and rescued his former tag team partner from further harm, sparking hopes for a reunion.
Cope’s Return and the Possibility of a Renewed Partnership
While Cope clarified on Dynamite that his comeback was driven by a personal vendetta against FTR rather than to save Christian Cage, fans sensed the beginning of a potential alliance. This interaction could pave the way for one of professional wrestling’s most celebrated Canadian duos to reunite and make an impact in AEW’s tag team division.
Christian Cage excelled as leader of The Patriarchy, guiding Nick Wayne, Kip Sabian, and Shayna Wayne to prominence on AEW programming. Nonetheless, following the 2025 All In event, his own faction turned on him, expelling Cage and igniting ongoing conflict within the group.
Shared Betrayal Behind a Stronger Bond
The betrayal of Cage echoes Cope’s own history with former partners FTR. After the trios match at the 2025 AEW Dynasty pay-per-view, FTR’s Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood launched a vicious assault that left Cope sidelined for months. Both men have experienced betrayal at the hands of close allies, which may now unite them to confront their enemies together.
This potential reunion, born out of adversity, offers the chance for Cope and Christian Cage to rebuild their partnership and assert themselves as a dominant force in AEW’s tag team landscape.
Implications of a Tag Team Reunion and Title Pursuit
With their combined accolades and reputation as one of wrestling’s premier tag teams from their <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE tenure, a renewed alliance between Cope and Christian Cage could create a major draw within AEW. The duo might set their sights on the AEW World Tag Team Championship, aiming to reclaim the glory they once enjoyed.
The upcoming All Out pay-per-view, notable for taking place in their Canadian homeland, presents an ideal stage for a title match. Winning the tag team belts for an eighth time would stand as a historic milestone in All Elite Wrestling, marking a memorable chapter in both their careers and the promotion’s history.
Looking Ahead to a Promising Future in AEW
If Cope and Christian Cage officially reunite, their combined experience and determination could bring fresh energy to AEW’s tag team division. Beyond the personal vindication against those who wronged them, their return as a cohesive unit is likely to generate high anticipation among fans and add excitement to AEW television and pay-per-view events.
