5 Final opponents for Adam Copeland (fka Edge) in AEW

Adam Copeland has been one of the decorated veterans in professional wrestling. He rose to prominence as Edge in WWE and was their top performer until 2011, when he was forced to retire due to neck injuries. Cope defied the odds and returned to the company in 2020, where he stayed for three years until leaving the promotion to join AEW in 2023.

Since then, the Rated-R superstar has become a cornerstone for the Jacksonville-based promotion. He has been absent from television since All Out 2025 and recently spoke about his final match in wrestling. While he did not reveal a timeline, Cope said his opponent should take full advantage of that opportunity.

So when that time comes, here are the top five AEW stars who could be Adam Copeland's final opponent.

#5. Darby Allin

Darby Allin is considered to be one of the four pillars of AEW with an immense daredevil attitude and in-ring style. The face-painted star has been a part of top showdowns and won championships, but has yet to realise his full potential as a future main eventer. This could come at the expense of being the final opponent of a veteran like Adam Copeland, which could help him ascend to the next level.

#4. Daniel Garcia

Daniel Garcia took a new direction in his AEW career after aligning with The Death Riders. The former TNT champion is a captivating fixture for Tony Khan's company. A talent like Garcia could have a major opportunity, being Adam Copeland's last opponent. The epic showdown and a potential victory could be exactly the push Garcia needs to cement his place as a major player in All Elite Wrestling.

#3. MJF

One of the homegrown top stars in All Elite Wrestling is Maxwell Jacob Friedman, aka MJF. The Salt of the Earth has won the World Championship, multiple titles, and become a popular star in professional wrestling. His status as one of the fastest rising stars puts him in line to earn the privilege of wrestling Adam Copeland in his last showdown in AEW when the time comes. This could be a huge opportunity for the Wolf of Wrestling in his thriving wrestling career.

#2. Chris Jericho

Adam Copeland and Chris Jericho became two of WWE's top stars during the mid- and late-2000s. The duo has clashed in several encounters, including a marquee World title at WrestleMania 26. Interestingly, neither veteran has crossed paths with the other ever since Cope arrived in AEW in 2023. However, the Ultimate Opportunist's final showdown could be a major stage for them to have an epic collision and become a box office draw for the company.

#1. Christian Cage

Adam Copeland and his real-life best friend, Christian Cage, have been top wrestling veterans for years. From being a decorated WWE tag team to emerging as top singles stars, the duo has been integral in their lives and respective careers. Their real-life relationship, storied history, and being a part of the AEW roster make it apt for them to collide one last time in Cope's final match.