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Toronto, 18 August 2023 - Here is the full recap for Edge vs Sheamus which airs live on August 18, 2023, live from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. ## WWE SmackDown 8/18: Edge vs Sheamus Full Match Recap They exchange a handshake before getting into the action. Edge initiates with a side headlock followed by a swift shoulder tackle. They grapple, and Sheamus gains control with a wrist lock and a side headlock. Sheamus responds with a forceful shoulder tackle of his own. He then executes a uranage backbreaker move. ## We return to the action, and Edge starts off with a series of punches. He follows up with a springboard back elbow maneuver. Edge then executes an Edge-O-Matic, coming close to a pinfall. Edge directs Sheamus to the apron and smoothly slides under, delivering a power bomb to the outside floor. After bringing Sheamus back into the ring, Edge connects with a crossbody move, coming close to another near fall. ## Edge readies himself for a Sharpshooter attempt, but Sheamus thwarts it by kicking Edge away. Sheamus responds with a tilt-a-whirl power slam, nearly getting a pinfall. Sheamus then aims to execute forearm strikes on the apron, but Edge counters and lands a series of punches. Edge switches to delivering knees to Sheamus' midsection, causing him to tumble onto the apron. In a fierce move, Edge spears Sheamus through the ropes and onto the outside floor. ## After a commercial break, we return to find Sheamus applying a Cloverleaf submission hold on Edge. Edge responds with forceful forearms to the back of Sheamus' legs and his back. Edge transitions into a crossface submission hold, but Sheamus manages to reach the ropes to break the hold. Edge charges into the corner but gets met with Sheamus' boots. Sheamus struggles to ascend the turnbuckles, and Edge halts his progress with a well-placed boot to the head. Edge positions himself on the turnbuckles, executing a successful superplex and following it up with Edgecution for a near fall. ## Undeterred, Edge returns to the turnbuckles, but Sheamus intervenes with a timely kick to halt Edge's plans. A back-and-forth exchange of punches ensues between Sheamus and Edge. Sheamus incorporates forearms into the mix. Sheamus then lifts Edge for a super Air Raid Crash. Seizing the moment, Sheamus positions for the Celtic Cross and lands the move, coming very close to a pinfall victory. ## SUPERPLEX ➡️ EDGECUTION! @EdgeRatedR is pulling out all the stops in this BRUTAL match against @WWESheamus! #Edge25 #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Ns5DvDTZjv— WWE (@WWE) August 19, 2023 ## On the apron, Sheamus delivers a series of forceful forearms across Edge's chest. Edge defiantly urges Sheamus to continue the onslaught. Sheamus responds with more impactful forearms. In a fiery exchange, Edge slaps Sheamus before landing a clothesline. ## Edge then readies himself for a spear, but Sheamus counters with a jumping knee followed by his signature Brogue Kick. He comes close to securing a pinfall. Sheamus prepares for another Brogue Kick, but Edge evades, rolling up Sheamus for a near fall. Edge counters with a spear, earning another near fall. ## Refusing to relent, Edge charges in with yet another spear, this time securing the three-count pinfall victory. ## WWE SmackDown 8/18: Edge vs Sheamus Match Winner WINNER: EDGE VIA PINFALL ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Orangeville, August 17, 2023 - In anticipation of his upcoming match against Sheamus on WWE SmackDown on August 18, Edge, who is commemorating his remarkable 25-year journey in WWE, addressed the retirement speculations that have been circulating. ## Notably, Edge had previously expressed the sentiment that concluding his wrestling career in Toronto, the very location of the upcoming SmackDown event, would be a fitting culmination. ## During an interview with ET Canada, Edge candidly responded to inquiries about whether the forthcoming match would mark his final appearance in the ring: ## "Here's what I can honestly say, and this isn't the answer everyone wants. I truly don't know. I really really, with 100% truth can say I don't know. That's strange for me, but I don't. I really don't. I've put some thought into it, but not a lot. This is the last match on my current contract. I don't know. I honestly don't know. ## I probably won't know until I get to the locker room that night and decompress, let all the anxiety and tension that I never used to have before I performed, I have now. That's strange for me and makes it that much harder to do this. I'm going to be 50 in October. It's not easy anymore. Before, what I used to take for granted to be able to do, now, there is a process and a fallout. There's a lot. It's the dream gig, but it's getting really hard," he stated. ## It is noteworthy that Edge had made a resounding return to the ring in 2020, emerging from retirement and making a striking reentry at the 2020 Royal Rumble event. During that juncture, he reportedly entered into a three-year contractual commitment. Edge's most recent engagement inside the squared circle was witnessed on the July 7 edition of WWE SmackDown, where he secured a victory against Grayson Waller.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Calgary, 11 August 2023 - Surprisingly, Edge emerged in Hart Country, just a week ahead of his 25th wrestling anniversary celebration. The news didn't include his appearance on the August 11 SmackDown, but there he was in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. His reason? He felt it had been way too long since he connected with the Calgary WWE fans. Moreover, Edge had a mission to make the August 18 WWE Friday Night SmackDown extra special, not just for his Toronto Homecoming, mind you. ## He went ahead and threw down a challenge to Sheamus, wanting to settle a long-standing score. These two had never squared off, despite sharing the WWE ring for all these years, and Edge was dead set on changing that. ## He spun a yarn about how his appearance on Sheamus' Celtic Warrior Workouts YouTube channel and a bike tumble triggered his WWE comeback. To add some spice, Edge summoned Sheamus to the ring to respond to his challenge. ## Sheamus wasn't one to let Edge do all the talking. He spilled his own tale of how Edge's words back in 2004 ignited a spark in him, leading him to eventually make it to WWE. With a nod, Sheamus accepted Edge's challenge. While their interactions were mostly genial, Sheamus left Edge with a parting thought that maybe he was stepping into a hornet's nest. ## With a plan to share a pint of Guinness after their clash, these seasoned warriors are set to duke it out for the first time ever in Toronto on August 18. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk For More Wrestling News...

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Nashville, 2 August 2023 - SummerSlam stands as WWE's second-largest pay-per-view of the year, boasting an extensive legacy in the company's annals. Throughout its illustrious history, numerous stars have graced the event, and an array of celebrities has graced its presence. The Biggest Party of the Summer holds a wealth of heritage, witnessing the coronation of several champions, remarkable debuts, and an abundance of iconic moments in WWE lore. ## When seeking the victors, Edge reigns supreme atop the list, securing a staggering 11 triumphs. Following closely in second place, The Undertaker boasts an impressive record of 10 wins. Notably, Triple H claims the third position with 8 notable victories under his belt. Bret Hart, with 7 wins, holds a respectable standing in the rankings, and rounding off the list is Randy Orton, also with an impressive tally of 7 wins. ## 1. Edge - 12 Wins The wrestler holding the remarkable record for the most victories in SummerSlam history is none other than the renowned Rated-R Superstar, Edge. This WWE Hall of Famer has impressively conquered 11 matches at the event and has partaken in a total of 13 thrilling encounters on this prestigious PPV platform. Interestingly, the forthcoming event may bring about a change in his statistics, as rumors circulate that he will go head-to-head with Seth Rollins. ## Following a hiatus of nine years from in-ring action, Edge made a triumphant return to WWE last year. Since then, he has engaged in fierce rivalries with illustrious adversaries such as Randy Orton and Roman Reigns. ## 2. The Undertaker - 10 Wins In three distinct decades, The Undertaker graced the grand stage of SummerSlam. It was back in 1991 when he first set foot in the event, leaving a lasting impression by launching a brutal assault on the esteemed "Macho Man" Randy Savage, wielding an ominous urn. The following year, he demonstrated his dominance by defeating the formidable Kamala, and in 1993, he conquered the mighty Giant Gonzalez. An illustrious figure in the annals of WWE history, The Phenom currently holds an unparalleled record, having participated in a staggering 16 matches at SummerSlam. His prowess in the ring earned him ten triumphant victories, a feat second only to a select few in the WWE. ## After an inspiring career that spanned an impressive 30 years, The Undertaker made an emotional announcement of his retirement at the revered Survivor Series last year. ## 3. Triple H - 8 Wins Triple H, famously known as 'The Game,' has graced SummerSlam with numerous breathtaking moments. One such unforgettable encounter took place in 1998, where he engaged in a ladder match with The Rock, vying for the Intercontinental Championship. Additionally, in 2008, he valiantly defended his WWE Championship against the formidable adversary, The Great Khali. ## The pinnacle of his SummerSlam legacy can be traced back to 2002 when he clashed with his long-standing comrade and former partner, Shawn Michaels, in a truly spectacular showdown. Another momentous event occurred in 1999 when The Cerebral Assassin found himself in a triple threat match, pitting his skills against Mankind and the relentless Stone Cold Steve Austin. ## Throughout his illustrious career, Triple H has participated in an impressive thirteen matches at SummerSlam, emerging triumphant in eight of those hard-fought contests ## 4. Bret Hart - 7 Wins Bret "The Hitman" Hart has an impressive record at SummerSlam, sharing the honor of seven victories with Randy Orton. Throughout his illustrious career, the former WWE Champion has encountered memorable battles, emerging victorious in seven matches while suffering defeat only four times. Among his notable opponents were British Bulldog, with whom he contested the Intercontinental Championship in 1992, as well as Mr. Perfect in 1991 and The Undertaker in 1997. ## In his final SummerSlam appearance in 2010, The Hitman engaged in a 14-man tag elimination match alongside six other wrestlers. Hart's team showcased their prowess, securing a hard-fought triumph in the memorable encounter. ## 5. Randy Orton - 7 'The Viper' Randy Orton has achieved tremendous success throughout his SummerSlam career. Over the years, he has squared off against iconic adversaries such as John Cena, The Undertaker, Roman Reigns, and even the legendary Hulk Hogan. Yet, perhaps his most celebrated moment at SummerSlam occurred in 2004, when he triumphed over Chris Benoit to claim the World Heavyweight Championship, marking his inaugural WWE world title victory. ## This pivotal win triggered a shocking turn of events, as his Evolution teammates betrayed him, leading to Orton's transformation into a fan-favorite, or "face," character. Notably, Randy Orton has participated in an impressive total of 15 matches at SummerSlam, cementing his name as the second-most prolific wrestler in the event's history, second only to The Undertaker. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk For Wrestling News...

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This is an incredible opportunity for Waller. Being in the ring with John Cena and Edge within 6 days. ## Here is the full recap of Edge Vs. Grayson Waller: ## They engage in a lock-up. Edge takes control with a series of shoulder tackles and follows up with a gutbuster. Edge isn't done with the one, Edge delivers another impactful gutbuster. Edge executes a gutwrench suplex. Edge lands a forearm strike to Waller's back, inflicting more damage. Edge then throws a punch and attempts a cross-body maneuver, but Waller anticipates it, catching Edge mid-air and countering with a powerful fallaway slam. Edge prepares for his signature spear, but Waller swiftly counters with a well-timed jumping knee strike. Waller sends Edge crashing to the outside of the ring. Waller delivers a clothesline to Edge while they are on the floor. ## THIS IS AWE-SOME! 👏👏 👏👏👏@EdgeRatedR @GraysonWWE #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/p1iTCbIm6M— WWE (@WWE) July 8, 2023 ## We're back in action, and Waller delivers a stunning tornado DDT that nearly secures him the victory. Waller follows up with a cravate and a series of knee strikes. However, Edge fights back with a barrage of punches and forearm shots. Waller responds with a well-placed knee to Edge's midsection, but he doesn't let up, launching a double sledgehammer to the back of Waller's head, followed by a forceful elbow drop to his back. ## Waller regains his composure and heads back to the turnbuckles. But Edge counters with a forearm strike to the midsection, disrupting Waller's plan. Edge connects with another forearm and positions himself for a superplex. However, Waller manages to block the attempt and swiftly sends Edge crashing face-first into the mat. Seizing the moment, Waller springs off the ropes, attempting an elbow drop, only for Edge to raise his knees in defense. ## Edge delivers a powerful boot to Waller's head, swiftly followed by a flapjack maneuver. As Waller rolls onto the apron, Edge slips under him, executing a devastating powerbomb onto the unforgiving floor outside. Edge then ushers Waller back into the ring, ascending the turnbuckles himself. With precision, he launches a cross body, narrowly securing a near fall. ## Edge prepares for his signature Impaler DDT. However, Waller proves to be a formidable opponent, thwarting the move's execution. Edge rebounds, forcefully sending Waller into the turnbuckles. Waller executes a spectacular leaping Unprettier, coming agonizingly close to victory. Waller continues his assault, delivering a series of punishing forearms to the back of Edge's head, even securing a near fall in the process. ## Waller transitions to a series of kicks, while Edge fights back with determined punches. Yet, Waller retaliates with a powerful forearm, narrowly missing another near fall. With Edge perched on Waller's shoulders, the wily veteran manages to regain his footing and executes a devastating Edgecution, earning yet another near fall. ## Edge readies himself for his devastating spear. However, Waller anticipates the move and cleverly evades, causing Edge to collide with the unforgiving turnbuckles. Waller utilizes a slingshot rolling maneuver to reenter the ring. Yet, his fate is sealed as Edge swiftly recovers and delivers a thunderous spear, culminating in the three-count and securing the victory. ## WINNER: Edge ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.