In a recent interview on the Hold The Mayo podcast, Ricky Starks shed light on his memorable verbal exchange with Adam Copeland (formerly known as Edge) that took place during an episode of AEW Collision on October 14, 2023.
The segment sparked controversy as Copeland reportedly went off-script, labeling Starks as a “vanilla midget” version of The Rock.
Starks responded to Copeland’s remarks with a clever comeback, subtly referencing Copeland’s WWE persona, stating that the comments “sent him over the Edge.” Despite the unscripted nature of their exchange, Starks clarified that there were no hard feelings between the two AEW stars.
Reflecting on the incident, Starks shared his perspective, acknowledging that while the exchange was spontaneous, he didn’t view it as a significant issue.
He recounted his reaction during the exchange, highlighting his composed demeanor even in the face of unexpected comments. Starks expressed his ability to brush off such remarks, emphasizing his relaxed attitude towards the situation.
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Addressing Copeland’s comments directly, Starks remarked that he didn’t allow himself to be affected by them, suggesting that Copeland’s remarks may have backfired, making him appear “stupid” in the process.
Starks even humorously reflected on a potential retort he could have delivered, pointing out the inaccuracy of Copeland’s statement by noting his own ethnicity.
Meanwhile, Adam Copeland is set to compete on the upcoming episode of AEW Dynamite, facing off against Daniel Garcia in a first-time-ever match.
The victor of this bout will earn a shot at challenging Christian Cage for the TNT Championship at the Revolution pay-per-view on March 3. Copeland’s journey to this opportunity has been marked by notable victories, and his upcoming match against Garcia presents another chance for him to advance towards championship contention.
As the anticipation builds for Copeland’s showdown with Garcia, fans eagerly await the outcome, curious to see if Copeland can secure his place in the title picture at Revolution.
