Folks, brace yourselves! The “Rated R Superstar” Adam Copeland is down but definitely not out. After a smashing seven-month run in AEW, Copeland took a dive – literally – attempting a high-flying elbow drop off a steel cage during his match with Malakai Black at Double or Nothing. The result? A broken tibia and a halt to his glorious two-month reign as AEW TNT Champion. But don’t worry, this superstar isn’t letting a little thing like a broken bone keep him down.
In a video posted late Tuesday morning, Copeland gave fans a peek into his recovery process. Fresh from surgery just twelve hours earlier, Copeland, cast and all, strutted to his home gym, humorously labeled “Forbidden Door.” If he couldn’t compete at the Forbidden Door PPV against a New Japan talent, he’d do it his way – by walking through his own forbidden door.
Accompanied by his loyal dog, Copeland showcased his resilience by diving into single-leg plank workouts, keeping his newly repaired foot elevated. He credited his trusty handles for preventing any embarrassing slips and slides. By the end of the video, he admitted with a grin, “I’m already losing my breath and feeling shaky.” But hey, it’s all part of the comeback journey!
As for his in-ring return, Copeland left fans hanging. Depending on how fast his tibia heals, we could see him back between October and December. This timeline means he’ll likely miss the AEW All In event at Wembley Stadium, but knowing Copeland, he’ll be back stronger and ready to reclaim his throne.