5 Reasons Edge needs to win a WWE title in 2020

The wrestling world was lit on fire when Edge returned from a nine-year hiatus at the Royal Rumble back in January.

Thanks to a string of neck injuries, it looked as though the career of the Rated-R Superstar was truly over, and there was no coming back. In the weeks leading up to the Rumble, online hysteria reached manic levels about the potential return of an all-time great. Edge, on the other hand, was crafty enough to quickly demolish any rumours of a return, including on the night of the show istelf!

The 11-time world champion knows what it takes to reach the top of the mountain in WWE, but at the age of 46, could he really do it one more time?

If it's going to happen, it needs to happen soon...

Here are 5 reasons Edge needs to win a WWE world title in 2020.

#1 Strike while the iron's hot

The return of Edge was always going to be a huge story, but few could have predicted just how huge it would be.

The surprise entry in the Royal Rumble was the perfect move - allowing Edge to get back into the swing of things in the ring and test fan engagement at the same time.

The video of his unexpected return has been viewed on the WWE YouTube channel a staggering eleven million times. That's big, even for WWE. Only guys like The Undetaker get anywhere near that many hits.

If WWE wants to give Edge at least one more run with the title (WWE or Universal) they should strike while the iron's hot and put things into motion as soon as possible. Fan anticipation around Edge's return is still at breaking point. Getting him in the title picture once his expected match at WrestleMania 36 with Randy Orton is over and done with is undoubtedly what's best for business.

#2 Fan Expectation

Considering Edge is one of the most decorated superstars in WWE history, with multiple reigns of multiple different Titles across his career, not having him in the Championship picture at the very least will feel strange to fans who would expect him to return to his former glory.

It might take him a while to get used to performing regularly again, but there's no doubt fans will expect to see him holding one of the World Titles at some point in the very near future. Otherwise it may feel like a missed opportunity and his return may start to feel a little underwhelming.

Comparisons could be drawn to the return of The Rock back in 2012/2013 when he defeated CM Punk to once again capture WWE gold. Of course, he would go on to main event WrestleMania against John Cena in one of the more high-profile matches in recent memory.

The Rock may not have returned as a full-time member of the roster, but under the circumstances, his ascendance to the WWE Championship felt natural and worked for what the company and the fans expected.

An Edge WWE Title run could work in the same way.

#3 Phenomenal Rivalries

Whether or not Edge manages to secure a World Title soon, there's no doubt that any rivalries he engages in will inevitably become must-see events.

However, with a World Title strapped around his waist, we can only assume views will skyrocket around the man who commanded viewership in the 2000's. After picking up his first WWE Title in one of the most memorable moments in WWE history, knocking off a prime John Cena in the first ever Money in the Bank cash-in, Edge was on top of the World and definitely one of the men to watch.

AJ Styles, Kevin Owens, Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins are just a few of the names who could step up to challenge the Rated R Superstar if and when he reaches the summit once again. All of which would make for incredible matches and build-ups.

Besides, talent like the names listed above could learn so much by going one-on-one with Edge; He's one of the most experienced and respected names on the WWE roster and anyone that ends up in the challenger category against him, will only be elevated by the experience.

#4 Injury Fears

Edge has found himself on the shelf in WWE on various occasions and, more than once, it's looked like he may never return again.

Alas, he always found a way to recover from whatever unfortunate injury found its way to him. In 2009 Edge walked away from the business for what was believed to be a career ending neck injury, but nearly a decade later The Rated R Superstar defied the odds and proved everyone wrong.

However, persistent injuries are a worrying sign for any WWE superstar. Not only do they increase the likelihood of a similar or the same injury occurring again, they also plant doubt in the minds of management and fans who only want what's best for the superstar.

In Edge's case, because of his history with neck injuries, if he were to find himself suffering an injury there's a very good chance he'd never get cleared to compete again. He even said it during his passionate promo the night after the Royal Rumble, he doesn't know how long his latest run with the company is going to last.

Edge's injury history carries with it substantial risk any time he steps foot into the ring. If WWE higher-ups want to put the Title on him one more time, it would make sense to do it sooner rather than later, before his body goes through more wear and tear.

#5 The Greatest Comeback

Edge is a former World Heavyweight Champion

Who doesn't love a good comeback story?

Much like Shawn Michaels and Triple H before him, Edge has had to battle back from horrific, career-changing injuries in the past to reclaim his position as the premier name in WWE.

Edge though is entering uncharted territory. No superstar has ever had to undergo as much rigorous medical testing, multiple surgeries and 9 years on the sidelines before returning to a successful career. So can you imagine the reaction from the WWE Universe if Edge were to overcome all that adversity and win a World Title once again?

WWE is all about storytelling and, if they know storytelling like they should, they'll know that an Edge Title win would drum up interest and views the likes of which haven't been seen in a long time.

No offense to Daniel Bryan, it would be the greatest comeback in wrestling history. Here's hoping WWE gets wise and decides to give Edge one more shot with the belt.

What do you think? Do you think Edge deserves another title run? Or is his time in the past? Let us know in the comments below!

Edited by Rick Ucchino