FTR successfully defended their AEW World Tag Team Championships against Cope & Cage during Sunday night’s AEW Dynasty pay-per-view.
Match Overview
The match took place at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Champions Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler faced former champions Adam Copeland and Christian Cage in a highly anticipated rematch.
Key Moments of the Match
- FTR’s strategy included isolating Copeland after a significant injury to Cage.
- Cage was incapacitated, leading to a two-on-one disadvantage for Copeland.
- Copeland attempted to rally with a double-spear but ultimately fell victim to a decisive Shatter Machine from FTR.
Match Tactics
FTR displayed a ruthless approach, using weapons such as a chair and one of their titles, which resulted in a severe cut on Copeland’s head. Manager Stokely Hathaway also played a role, distracting Cage and preventing potential interference during crucial moments.
Championship Legacy
The victory allowed FTR to retain their championship for over 140 days. They initially won the titles at Full Gear 2025, defeating the duo of Brody King and Bandido. This victory marked FTR’s third title reign, making them only the second team to achieve this milestone after the Young Bucks.
Background of the Rivalry
Adam Copeland and Christian Cage’s rivalry with FTR intensified following a confrontation at Revolution last month. They attacked FTR after a successful title defense against the Young Bucks, seeking revenge for past grievances. Last year at All Out in Toronto, Cage and Copeland defeated FTR in a non-title match but faced a brutal post-match attack that made their feud even more personal, culminating in an incident involving Copeland’s wife, Beth Phoenix.
Conclusion
The reunion of Copeland and Cage as a tag team in 2025 has transformed them from rivals into allies. Their alliance focuses on confronting their common enemy, FTR, while navigating their individual ambitions in the AEW landscape.
