Edge’s resurgence in WWE a few years ago marked a triumphant return that many fervent fans considered implausible. However, the latest developments hint at a potential conclusion to his storied wrestling journey.
Anticipation is mounting as the imminent clash between Sheamus and Edge is set to unfold in the heart of Toronto during the upcoming episode of SmackDown. Building up to this anticipated encounter, the Rated R Superstar orchestrated a captivating appearance on a recent edition of SmackDown in Calgary. During this appearance, he not only stoked the flames of excitement for his impending bout with Sheamus but also provided insightful commentary on the personal significance this match holds for him.
In a recent segment on Wrestling Observer Radio Dave Meltzer delved into the potentially momentous implications of Edge’s impending match. A revelation emerged that Edge might be contemplating retirement post his showdown in Toronto. Notably, this wasn’t just an idle notion; it had reportedly been Edge’s strategic plan all along, a plan that now seems ripe for fruition.
Interestingly, Ron Hutchinson, a revered figure in Edge’s life who has played the dual role of mentor and trainer for over three decades, disclosed that this upcoming bout could possibly mark Edge’s swan song. This revelation contrasts with the promotional buildup which hasn’t explicitly positioned the match as a retirement bout. However, Hutchinson’s utterances have added an intriguing layer of uncertainty and intrigue to the proceedings.
“There’s a big thing here. A year ago, Edge had said he was gonna retire at the (2023) summer show in Toronto.
“And Ron Hutchinson, who is Edge’s trainer, and has known Edge for 30 years, he basically said that this is Edge’s last match.
“They certainly did not (build it up like that). But that was interesting where he said it’s probably – it’s most likely Edge’s last match.
“I think the idea was that Edge thought that maybe SummerSlam was gonna be in Toronto and was hoping for that, and then that would be where he would retire. Because he wants to retire in Toronto, and this is the year he was talking about retiring, for real, the second retirement.
“This is the last Toronto show for a while, I mean, there’ll be another one. So I don’t know if this is the retirement, they’re not billing it as such, but his trainer said that it’s probably his last match.”
