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Fox News
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
AEW stars Adam Copeland, Christian Cage dish on surprise appearances, next chapter in their story
All Elite Wrestling stars Adam Copeland and Christian Cage made their impacts felt across the pro wrestling world over the weekend. Copeland returned at All In: Texas on Saturday to save Cage, whose real name is Jay Reso, from a beatdown as his stablemates Nick Wayne, Nick's mother Shayna and Kip Sabian turned on him following a match against Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin. Copeland came out to the roar of the crowd. "That will never get old. It really won't," Copeland told Fox News Digital. "And I've learned over the years to just enjoy those moments and not get too bogged down in, 'Should I run straight or…' No, just enjoy it and let the audience enjoy it too, and that's what this whole business has always been about, or supposed to be, is to have fun — as an audience member and a performer too even though it hurts a lot." Copeland described the whirlwind feeling going from sitting at home and reading a book to the electric crowd noise that hit him in the face when he appeared at Globe Life Field. "It will never get old, and if you could bottle it, that feeling is just amazing." Cage was awaiting a chair shot to the face when Copeland came out. "Like he said, it's great," Cage said. "When we walk out there, in a sea of people, like Adam said, you have to take it in because you never know when it could be the last time. So, you always have to appreciate those moments. And as a performer too, when you've been gone for a while, you're always kind of in your own head like, 'How many people are actually going to care if I come back?' And when you hear a reaction like that, it's very validating. It was nice to hear." Before Cage performed at All In: Texas on Saturday, he made a surprising appearance at Ring of Honor's event, Supercard of Honor. It was Cage's first appearance at a Ring of Honor event in nearly 20 years. He congratulated Wayne in the ring as the young pro wrestler retained his Ring of Honor World Television Championship. "It was a last-minute thing," he explained. "I walked out there to completely surprise the family. I got a surprise the next night — that's another story. But it was cool. Hardcore wrestling fans like that, it's always cool to walk out in those moments, especially when it's not expected. I hid in the back and walked out there — it was pretty cool." Copeland and Cage will now embark on a new storyline that could bring them back as a tag team. After Copeland saved Cage from a beatdown, he told his longtime friend to "go find yourself." Copeland told Fox News Digital he hoped to get to tell a "layered story" over the next weeks and months. "That's the great thing about having 40 years of history with each other because we have so much history to be able to pull from, but also more than that," he said. "We're two entirely different performers than we were before. I'd like to think we're better all-around performers than we were before. That's exciting. And really, to be able to possibly revisit something, again it's fun, which is the whole idea of this. … I hope that this is what it will be for the audience is fun." Cage added that he didn't want to take this next chapter for granted. "There was a time this was taken away from both of us. For us to get back in the ring and to be able to, when Adam first came to AEW as opponents, and then potentially we'll see where this goes as far as tag team goes, but just to be able to appreciate every moment of it because at one point it looked like neither of us were going to get this opportunity again. To kind of even have this moment, just to kind of embrace it and take it all in." Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Newsweek
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
AEW Superstar Reveals Shocking Retirement Timeline
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. AEW star MVP has revealed his plans for his in-ring retirement. The veteran performer and manager of The Hurt Syndicate stated he has a "maximum of two years left" as an active competitor. The 51-year-old hopes to conclude his nearly two-decade-long career with a final retirement tour. This would allow him to say goodbye to fans in different cities. MVP On His In-Ring Future The former United States Champion is currently managing the AEW World Tag Team Champions, Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin. He is also a mentor to the fourth member of The Hurt Syndicate, MJF. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Speaking on the Marking Out podcast, MVP discussed his timeline for stepping away from the ring. He explained his desire for a proper farewell run. "At this stage of the game for me, like, I don't have to do it. I just still enjoy doing it. When I get to the point that I can't do it effectively or if I'm taking baseball slide bumps, then it's time to go. I plan on ending this run here pretty soon anyway. I want to have my last match. I want to have the retirement tour, let me go around, 'Hey, this is the last time MVP will be wrestling in your city.'" All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. Courtesy of AEW A Two-Year Window While his in-ring career is winding down, he has no plans to leave the wrestling business. He sees himself continuing as a manager for many years to come. "I'd like to think I got maybe another 10 as a manager, maybe 15 depending on my age and health. As far as in the ring, I got like maybe a year or two left max, man." While he primarily serves as a manager on AEW television, MVP has remained active as a wrestler on the independent circuit. His last match was a victory over Al Snow in May 2025. MVP debuted on WWE SmackDown in 2006 with his "Ballin'" persona. He became a two-time United States Champion, with his first reign lasting an impressive 343 days, and also won the WWE Tag Team Championship with Matt Hardy. After leaving the company, he returned in 2020 to form the dominant and highly successful faction, The Hurt Business. As their manager, he led Bobby Lashley to a WWE Championship victory, cementing a career resurgence before his latest run ended. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
MVP Explains Why He Has ‘Zero Respect' For Triple H, Says It's Not Race-Related
MVP says his issues with Triple H are more personal than some people believe. The Hurt Syndicate's MVP previously made comments about Triple H, which led many fans to believe that he was calling Triple H a racist. In June 2024, MVP sparked some controversy when he said that Triple H saying 'no' to reuniting the Hurt Business did not come as a shock to him. He later clarified that he never called the WWE CCO a racist, but said his opinion about how Black talent is booked in WWE was a different conversation. Advertisement During a recent interview with MVP was asked why he feels Triple H views 'talent of color' in a certain light. MVP pointed out that Bobby Lashley is a big 'bankable' star, but he was 'reduced to the mid-card' in WWE. Despite this issue, MVP once again said that his issues with Triple H have nothing to do with race. MVP says his issues with Triple H are not related to race 'Let's just say this, Bobby Lashley was a two-time WWE Champion, and after he took over, Bobby Lashley was reduced to the mid-card. Bobby Lashley is a bankable, marketable guy. And two time WWE Champion just got reduced to mid card, whatever. What I said, specifically in response to the person on my Instagram page, was that you see it. It's my opinion of how he chooses to book certain talents. Some people say all the time that, 'oh MVP's just griping, MVP's just crying'. Okay, well just watch the program. Who were the people in the top spots under his leadership? Who were given the opportunities? And I'm not talking about NXT. I'm talking about the main show. 'I have my opinions, based on my personal experiences. And at some point on my podcast and my YouTube show, I'll talk about it. I'll go in depth about what my issues are with that man. And I'll be honest with you, my issues with him have nothing to do with race. My issues have to do with him as a person and our personal interactions and things that he said and did that caused me to have zero respect for him. But I'll get into that on my show. Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swayze.' Read More: MVP Clarifies Whether He's Retired From Competing The post MVP Explains Why He Has 'Zero Respect' For Triple H, Says It's Not Race-Related appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ex-WWE star MVP opens up about why he has zero respect for WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H
Former WWE star MVP has strongly criticized Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque. The current AEW star has been under scrutiny after he commented on the WWE chief and stated that he has zero respect for him. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The star has recently said that he has the least amount of respect for Triple H, and questioned his booking decisions since Triple H took over the WWE creative in mid-2022. While some people thought that MVP's criticisms might indicate racial bias. But, MVP has made it clear that his issues with Triple H are personal and not about race. He stressed that his concerns are rooted in their past interactions and specific actions taken by Levesque that caused him to lose respect. Reports suggest that MVP is now listed in the 'Alumni' section of WWE, and his latest run with the company ended last month after his contract expired. Let's take a look at the reason that MVP has opened up about why he has zero respect for WWE. Former WWE star MVP explains why he has zero respect for Triple H In a candid interview with BetIdeas, former WWE star and current AEW talent , better known as MVP, didn't hold back his feelings to criticize WWE Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque. He made it clear that he has "zero respect" for him. The reason why he has commented on stemmed from his perception of how certain talents, notably Bobby Lashley, were utilized under Triple H's leadership. He highlighted that despite Lashley's status as a two-time WWE Champion, he was assigned to mid-card matches after Levesque acquired the key executive position in WWE. The booking choices were called into question by MVP, and he urged fans to take note of those who filled the main roster's upper echelon at that time. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now MVP has commented, 'Let's just say this, Bobby Lashley was a two-time WWE Champion, and after he took over, Lashley was reduced to the midcard. Bobby Lashley is a bankable, marketable guy. And he just got reduced to midcard, whatever. What I said, specifically in response to the person on my Instagram page, was that you see it. It's my opinion of how he chooses to book certain talents.' Hurt Syndicate's MVP looks to remind people just who he is at AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage! He further said, 'Some people say all the time that, 'oh MVP's just griping, MVP's just crying'. Okay, well just watch the program. Who were the people in the top spots under his leadership? Who were given the opportunities? And I'm not talking about NXT. I'm talking about the main show. I have my opinions, based on my personal experiences.' MVP said that he will delve deeper into these issues on his upcoming podcast, " Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swaezey. " He added, 'And at some point on my podcast, I'll talk about it and I'll go in-depth about what my issues are with that man. Also Read : Additionally, the AEW star cleared out that it has nothing to do with any racial discrimination or hurting anyone's sentiments. To this he stated, "And I'll be honest with you, my issues with him have nothing to do with race. My issues have to do with him as a person and our interactions and things that he said and did that caused me to have zero respect for him.'
Newsweek
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Former WWE Star MVP Explains Why He Has Zero Respect For Triple H
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. AEW star MVP has again strongly criticized WWE Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque. In a recent interview with BetIdeas, MVP stated he has "zero respect" for him, citing personal interactions and questioning his booking decisions since Triple H took over WWE creative in mid-2022. These remarks came when MVP was asked about how Levesque views talent of color. MVP used former two-time WWE Champion Bobby Lashley as an example of his booking concerns. "Let's just say this, Bobby Lashley was a two-time WWE Champion, and after he took over, Bobby Lashley was reduced to the mid-card," MVP said. "Bobby Lashley is a bankable, marketable guy. And two-time WWE Champion just got reduced to mid-card, whatever." MVP addressed WWE fans who might dismiss his views as mere complaining. "What I said, specifically in response to the person on my Instagram page, was that you see it. It's my opinion of how he chooses to book certain talents," he stated. "Some people say all the time that, 'oh MVP's just griping, MVP's just crying'. Okay, well just watch the program. Who were the people in the top spots under his leadership? Who were given the opportunities? And I'm not talking about NXT. I'm talking about the main show." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Despite these pointed criticisms of booking, MVP, who departed WWE in August 2024 and is now part of AEW, clarified that his fundamental issues with Triple H are personal and not based on race. He has previously implied concerns about the booking of Black talent under Triple H but has also denied labeling him a racist. January 15, 2025 - MVP kicks Mark Briscoe in the head when The Hurt Business took on Private Party and Briscoe on AEW Dynamite. January 15, 2025 - MVP kicks Mark Briscoe in the head when The Hurt Business took on Private Party and Briscoe on AEW Dynamite. Ryan Loco/AEW "And I'll be honest with you, my issues with him have nothing to do with race," MVP asserted during the BetIdeas interview. "My issues have to do with him as a person and our personal interactions and things that he said and did that caused me to have zero respect for him." MVP, a former WWE United States Champion and architect of The Hurt Business, promised to elaborate on these personal issues in the future. "I have my opinions, based on my personal experiences. And at some point on my podcast and my YouTube show, I'll talk about it and I'll go in depth about what my issues are with that man... But I'll get into that on my show. Marking Out with MVP and Dwayne Swaezey." More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
