Adam Copeland Addresses Possible Character Reinvention After Injury Return

Adam Copeland wasted no time in becoming one of the top stars in AEW since last year but Copeland ended up taking too much of a risk at Double or Nothing, resulting in a serious injury. While he recovers from his injury, Copeland has revealed what’s next for him once he comes back.

In case you were not aware, Adam Copeland revealed that he suffered a fractured tibia following a dangerous spot at AEW Double or Nothing in his match against Malakai Black. As a result of this, Copeland will be out of action for a long time and he even had to relinquish the TNT Championship.

“I guess the house always does win because I gained two new friends [showed crutches]. I don’t really like them. They’re like those buddies that just annoy you, but they’re always there….anyway, I’ve been feeling really good lately. Been having so much fun in the ring, and I got cocky, I guess, is what it really boils down to, and I’m probably a narcissist and an ego-maniac, and I’ll unpack that one day. My brain forgets what my body always seems to remember a little late is that I’m 50, and I need to make better choices. So my body pulled the emergency break on me the other night, and I ended up fracturing my tibia, which is going to require surgery. Don’t know the time frame on that yet. Ruby’s birthday is on Friday so I really want to enjoy that.”

During an interview with Busted Open Radio, Adam Copeland was asked about what lies in store for him once he makes his triumphant return to AEW television after making a full recovery from his injury. The Rated R Superstar noted that at this stage in his career, each injury adds to his “grizzled vet” persona but made it abundantly clear that he doubts he will change his character much upon his return.

Part of me goes, ‘Well, you recreate yourself.’ But each injury kind of adds itself to the character that I was already portraying, which — to be honest — is not that far removed from me at this point.

I don’t know how much I change, honestly. I think it’s just one more instance of, like, grizzled vet fighting back from another one.”

Adam Copeland has confirmed that he underwent surgery for his injury. As he embarks on his road to recovery, only time will tell when he’ll be able to make his return to AEW. Until then, his absence will certainly be felt on AEW television.

How long do you feel Adam Copeland will be out of action? Do you feel AEW will have big plans for him once he comes back? Sound off in the comments section below!