Beth Phoenix on Adam Copeland’s AEW Injury: A Tough Thing to See

One big thing: WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix opens up about her husband Adam Copeland’s serious injury at AEW Double or Nothing 2024.

• Copeland (formerly Edge in WWE) broke his tibia during a high-risk move in a Barbed Wire Steel Cage Match against Malakai Black.
• The injury forced Copeland to relinquish his TNT Championship.

What they’re saying:

Phoenix told Chris Van Vliet on “Insight”:
• “I was pretty sure something was up just from the way he landed.”
• “It’s tough news to get that MRI or that X-ray back and show, okay, I’m injured. I’m not just hurt, and I can’t work through it.”

Why it matters:

This injury highlights the risks wrestlers face, especially later in their careers. As Phoenix noted, “We’ve never wrestled at these ages before, so when things come up, this is a learning curve.”

Behind the scenes:

• Phoenix advised her children not to watch the match due to its violent nature.
• She wanted to avoid further traumatizing them, as they already watch their father wrestle at a young age.

The big picture:

Copeland’s injury and subsequent title relinquishment could significantly impact AEW’s storylines and championship picture in the coming months.

What’s next for Adam Copeland?

As Copeland begins his recovery process, fans and industry insiders will be watching closely to see how this injury affects his in-ring future and AEW’s plans for the TNT Championship.

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