The Exact Moment Edge Knew He Could Wrestle Again

What revelation did the 'Rated-R Superstar' have, and when?

By Jamie Kennedy /

WWE.com

Edge's 'Last Man Standing' match with Randy Orton at WrestleMania 36 will be the first time fans have clapped eyes on his in-ring work for nine long years. Despite already filming the bout at WWE's Performance Center, the Canadian will no-doubt be emotional when he sees fan response to his comeback on social media over the weekend.

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When did Edge realise he could wrestle again? That's the question.

According to his interview with ESPN, it happened when the 'Rated-R Superstar' was on a mountain-biking trip with some friends. He violently tumbled over his handlebars and wiped out when attempting a "stupid, competitive" jump.

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As he skidded along the ground, it suddenly struck Edge that he'd just taken a bump. What's more, he'd taken one at approx 20mph, and his neck felt fine. If his body could handle that, then it could surely handle the rigours of the wrestling ring, right?

Right.

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Afterwards, Edge met up with Sheamus to film some of the Irishman's 'Celtic Warrior Workouts', and he began exploring the possibility of a WWE return. That may never have happened without the biking accident.