5 dream opponents for Edge if he returns

The Rated-R Superstar is one of the most iconic figures in WWE history. The Ultimate Opportunist dominated WWE programming for the best part of a full decade and gave the chosen one -- John Cena -- a great run for his money. During his time at the company, he won an unprecedented 31 championships. To add to that, he’s a former Royal Rumble winner, Grand Slam Champion, former King of the Ring, and a Hall of Famer. Such accomplishments surely put him at a comparable standing with all of the industry’s greats.

Due to the multiple neck and spinal injuries he sustained across his career, he was forced to retire in 2011.

The WWE Universe has always felt that this legend retired way too young and rumors of a possible reemergence have set the internet on fire.

On that note, here are 5 dream opponents for Edge if he returns:

#5 Elias

Elias needs to get revenge on Edge

Elias has created a unique lane for himself in WWE, with fans across the world awaiting his entertaining performances. These performances are often interrupted by a surprise figure. At last year’s Summerslam, the guitarist was interrupted by The Rated-R Superstar himself.

Not only did the Canadian Superstar interrupt Elias, he magnificently speared him as well. This was the first piece of in-ring action we’d seen from the 46-year-old since 2011, which saw the Toronto crowd erupt with joy. This left the WWE Universe not only wanting more but also intrigued as to whether Edge had been cleared to wrestle.

Elias would be the perfect opponent for The Ultimate Opportunist for a number of reasons. First of all, he is over, meaning the crowd would be invested in the feud. Secondly, Elias would get to go head-to-head with a legend, giving him a main event rub. Thirdly, an Edge win would return the feel-good factor to the WWE, as a loss for Elias wouldn’t hurt his career at this stage.

#4 AJ Styles

AJ Styles vs Edge would be an amazing match

The Face That Runs the Place has been a main event figure in WWE for some time now. Ever since he went over on John Cena, Styles has been recognized as a legitimate top guy. Despite taking a step back from the World Championship scene, The Phenomenal One has still been able to stay more than relevant, courtesy of a high-profile feud with Randy Orton. So, wouldn’t it be fitting for Styles to take on the other half of Rated-RKO?

Despite being loved so dearly, The Champ That Runs the Camp is a heel who garners a great reaction from the crowd on a weekly basis. The involvement of Edge would only heighten those reactions, giving us the content we all want to see. The Phenomenal One would undoubtedly take things too far on the mic in regard to Edge’s past injuries, compelling us to support the Hall of Famer that much more.

#3 Roman Reigns

How about a clash of the spears?

Edge went toe-to-toe with John Cena for several years, with many classifying their feud as the rivalry of the new millennium. The two worked very well together inside the ring but their chemistry on the mic was also remarkable. So, wouldn’t it be fitting for The Rated-R superstar to return and face the 'modern-day John Cena', Roman Reigns?

Of course, Cena and Reigns differ in their attire, mic skills, and overall look, but The Big Dog is in the same spot that the leader of the Cenation held all those years ago.

Edge’s return and selection of Reigns as his opponent could be used as a tool to push the Samoan to his absolute limits. It’s predictable that despite Edge being a heel in this scenario, he would be overwhelmingly cheered, pushing The Big Dog back into his polarizing spot. This would make for an interesting storyline, also allowing WWE to get a much-needed rating boost.

#2 Kevin Owens

Kevin Owens with a Canadian flag wrapped around him

Having grown up as a very proud Canadian, it would be a dream come true for Kevin Owens to face Edge. Owens has grown up idolizing The Ultimate Opportunist, aspiring to reach the levels he’d got to in WWE. This feud could act as a passing of the torch moment for K.O., as he’d get the consent of one of the biggest Canadian WWE superstars ever. The WWE Universe would be so into this match that it wouldn’t even matter who's the face and who's the heel, and both men would get cheered on with everyone just hoping for an entertaining feud.

Owens is an experienced and seasoned worker who would be able to cater to any physical limitations Edge might have. That means, K.O. would be able to carry the match on his shoulders if it comes to that. These two would have amazing chemistry on the mic as they’re both off the cuff thinkers, providing us with some memorable promos along the way.

#1 Seth Rollins

The rated-R superstar vs The Architect?

As of today, there isn’t a more talked about WWE superstar than Seth Rollins. The former Universal Champion has reinvented himself due to the cries of the live audiences. Now that The Architect has gone back to his heelish roots, a feud with a beloved Edge would be the perfect way to solidify that run. Many believe that Rollins resembled The Rated-R superstar in the earlier part of his career, especially when he was Mr. Money in the Bank.

Lest we forget, The Architect threated to curb stomp Edge’s neck back in 2014, thus forcing John Cena to bring back the Authority. This bad blood and previous run-in set up a potential feud perfectly as The Ultimate Opportunist could recall that day as the moment he started training for a WWE return. This dream rivalry would be a full-circle moment as a babyface Edge would get to take on a younger version of himself in a new decade.