Tony Khan would allow Edge to compete against John Cena in WWE
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Tony Khan stated he would have permitted AEW’s Adam Copeland, known as Edge, to wrestle John Cena in WWE if the opportunity arose. In an interview, Khan explained that despite WWE's historical reluctance to collaborate with AEW, he was open to discussions about Edge working an event with Cena. This potential for collaboration comes after previous non-partnerships between WWE and rival promotions. The interaction remains hypothetical as WWE never approached Khan about the possibility. Edge's relationship with WWE has changed, and his time is now spent in AEW alongside Christian Cage.
- •Tony Khan expressed willingness for Edge to appear in WWE.
- •No official request from WWE for Edge's participation came.
- •WWE has a history of avoiding collaborations with competitors.
- •Edge and Cena last wrestled in 2009, impacting current discussions.
- •Edge is currently active in AEW alongside Christian Cage.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Tony Khan Would Have Let Edge Wrestle John Cena in WWE
"The history of pro wrestling competition rarely sees WWE working together with most major United States competitors. AEW and WWE have done nothing together, despite both promotions strengthening their relationships with other promotions in recent years. It turns out Tony Khan would have allowed AEW’s Adam Copeland aka Edge to appear in WWE for John […] The post Tony Khan Would Have Let Edge Wrestle John Cena in WWE appeared first on HEAVY.
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