In what was his final contracted match in WWE, Edge defeated Sheamus in an emotional match on the August 19 episode of SmackDown. The match took place at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada, Edge’s hometown.
Edge Defeats Sheamus
The two men put on a hard-fought match, with both men giving it their all. Edge eventually got the win after hitting Sheamus with the Spear. After the match, Edge took a moment to address the crowd and thank them for their support over the years. He then said that he was retiring from in-ring competition, but that he would still be involved with WWE in other ways.
Edge’s Retirement News
Edge’s retirement has been rumored for some time, but this was the first time he had confirmed it himself. He is a 14-time world champion and one of the most popular wrestlers in WWE history. His retirement is a major loss for the company, but he will be remembered as one of the greatest of all time.
After the match, Sheamus took to Twitter to congratulate Edge on his retirement. He said, “Congratulations to @EdgeRatedR on an incredible career. You’ve inspired me and so many others. I’m proud to have shared the ring with you. Enjoy retirement, my friend.”
Edge’s retirement is a major moment in WWE history. He is a beloved figure by fans and wrestlers alike. His legacy will be felt for years to come.
Here are some additional details about the match:
- The match was originally scheduled to be a No Holds Barred match, but it was changed to a regular singles match at Edge’s request.
- Edge had not wrestled in Toronto since 2011, before his retirement.
- The match was dedicated to Edge’s late friend and former tag team partner Christian.
- Edge’s son, Dominik, was ringside for the match.
Edge’s Career:
Edge’s career in WWE is one of the most decorated in history. He is a 14-time world champion, having held the WWE Championship nine times, the World Heavyweight Championship five times, and the ECW Championship once. He is also a six-time tag team champion, having held the WWE Tag Team Championship twice, the World Tag Team Championship four times, and the WCW Tag Team Championship once.
Here are some of Edge’s most notable achievements:
- 14-time world champion
- Six-time tag team champion
- King of the Ring winner (2001)
- Royal Rumble winner (2022)
- Money in the Bank ladder match winner (2005)
- WrestleMania main eventer (2008, 2021)
- D-Generation X Hall of Famer (2022)
