August 19th 2023.
Edge's career came to an emotional climax on SmackDown as his 25th anniversary in the WWE was celebrated with an epic video package and tributes from fellow icons like John Cena and Mick Foley. The whole show was built around the Rated R Superstar and his career, with Charlotte Flair, Sami Zayn, and others paying their respects.
The emotion was palpable during the main event, as Edge's wife and fellow Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix was in floods of tears alongside their two daughters. The crowd was also in awe, as neither the fans nor Edge wanted to leave any emotion untapped. Ultimately, Edge scored a huge win over Sheamus, and a standing ovation from the Toronto crowd.
Edge was forced into retirement back in 2011 due to a neck injury, but his 2020 return gave him a new lease of life. If this is the end, he has gone out on his own terms and in the best way.
Elsewhere on the show, Austin Theory defeated LA Knight in a Number One Contender's match for the US Title. The Miz was on commentary, and caused a distraction leading to Theory winning with a handful of tights.
Bianca Belair and Charlotte Flair also scored a big win over Bayley and Iyo Sky in a messy tag/not tag situation. However, soon after the match, Damage CTRL attacked Belair backstage, wrapping a chair around her knee before Iyo smashed it with another chair.
The Street Profits also scored a win over The Good Brothers with a new Sky High/Neckbreaker combination, and Bobby Lashley came out to celebrate with them on the stage afterwards.
Paul Heyman also refused to address the status of Roman Reigns, Jey Uso or The Bloodline, but did receive a phone call saying Jimmy Uso will be live on SmackDown next week.
It was an exciting and emotional night of SmackDown, with the future of Edge's career now uncertain amid plenty of retirement rumours. The WWE Hall of Famer has certainly left his mark on the company, and will always be remembered for his dedication and passion.
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