Rare Photo of Sheamus & His First Time Ever WWE Opponent Surfaces, 5 Days Before Their Blockbuster Showdown on SmackDown

Sheamus joined the WWE’s main roster in 2009 and has had a good run in the company. Not only did he win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship three times, the Celtic Warrior is the first Irish wrestler to do so. During his tenure, he has faced many of the big names ranging from veterans to newcomers. However, he now faces an opponent he has never wrestled with but despite this unfamiliarity, the two share a fond memory.

Sheamus was not expecting to be called out for an open challenge on the last episode of SmackDown. WWE Hall of Famer appeared on SmackDown and challenged Sheamus for a first time ever match next week on the blue brand.

Edge was Sheamus’ guest on Celtic Workouts

Sheamus started a YouTube channel called Celtic Warrior Workouts back in September 2017. He showcased his workout regimen along with other WWE stars as guests. The channel gained popularity and is currently just shy of 1 million subscribers. Among his guests was his upcoming opponent, Edge.

Edge has made multiple appearances on the Celtic Warrior Workouts with Sheamus. The most memorable was Aug 18, 2019, Edge Mountain Man | Ep.91 Bike & Axe Workout episode. The episode followed the duo getting mountain bikes for a cycling adventure, resulting in this hilarious photo and one memorable accident for Edge. 

This long-forgotten photo shows the two upcoming rivals during their time of friendship. Edge looks like the Rated R Superstar that he is, while Sheamus looks focused. The cycle Sheamus is on belongs to Edge’s daughter, as the episode was shot in Edge’s home. Edge originally posted the photo on his Twitter account in 2019.

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On the last episode of SmackDown, Edge issued a challenge to Sheamus for match on SmackDown in Toronto. The two will go head-to-head on the celebration night for Edge completing 25 years in the industry. There are chances that Judgment Day may get involved, in which case we might see Sheamus and Edge team up to take them on.

Edge’s accident during the episode with Sheamus led to his WWE return 

During an interview with ESPN, Edge discussed his in-ring return after retiring due to injuries. When asked what led him to make his return, he answered that it was the episode of the Celtic Warrior Workouts. During the filming of the episode, Edge took a hard tumble while cycling downhill. He suffered minor bruises but felt really good. “I was all cut up, but my neck was fine,” Edge said during the interview.

This led him to the doctor’s office to get his spine checked. The doctor reported nothing was wrong after the fall, and Edge was doing fine. At this moment, it dawned on Edge to consider returning to the WWE. He made a surprise and monstrous return at the 2020 Royal Rumble after nearly a decade.

So, what do you think about the photo of Edge and Sheamus? Are you excited for their upcoming match? Tell us in the comments down below. 

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