Christian Cage’s injuries prompted a difficult look at the future
Summary
– Adam Copeland announced that 2027 will be his last year in professional wrestling
– He said Christian Cage suffered broken ribs and a collapsed lung at All Out
– Copeland made the announcement after qualifying for Clockwork Carnage
Adam Copeland has put a year on his farewell to professional wrestling, telling fans on the October 14 episode of AEW Dynamite that he plans to finish in 2027.
The announcement followed his victory over Josh Alexander, which earned him a place in the Clockwork Carnage match at WrestleDream. A night that moved him closer to another championship opportunity also brought a frank discussion about the physical cost of wrestling.
Copeland said Christian Cage suffered three broken ribs and a collapsed lung during the ladder match at All Out. According to Copeland, the injuries occurred about five minutes into the match, but Cage continued competing.
Seeing his longtime partner go through that experience prompted Copeland to reconsider his own future. He acknowledged the effects of getting older before sharing his decision with the crowd.
His announcement identified 2027 as his final year rather than naming a specific farewell match. For now, Copeland remains part of AEW’s championship picture as he prepares for Clockwork Carnage.
Wishing @Christian4Peeps a speedy recovery ❤️🩹
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— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) October 15, 2026
