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After a few weeks away, Edge returned to RAW to lay down the gauntlet for any WWE Superstar who wants to step up to him at WrestleMania 38. He cut a passionate promo about his history with the event.
The Rated-R Superstar was smart in crafting his promo, leaving several teases as to who his opponent might be. He left it open and we will have to wait a week to see who will step up to the WWE Hall of Famer. But who will it be?
Let's take a look at five stars who can answer Edge's open challenge for WrestleMania 38. Who do you want to see face him? Give us your choice in the comments section below.
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#5 in our list of WWE stars who can answer Edge's open challenge for WrestleMania 38 - Damian Priest
The current United States Champion has had an impressive run with the title and this week, called for more world championship-caliber challengers. Who is better suited in that regard than the 11-time world champion?
Edge used Damian Priest's catchphrase in his promo, saying he will make his WrestleMania opponent "live forever." Also, a US Title reign for him sounds interesting. He hasn't won the current version of the belt established in 2003.
The WWE Hall of Famer did win it during the Invasion angle in 2001, although it was still in its WCW lineage at the time. Edge can elevate the midcard title to a level similar to the one John Cena took it to in 2015.
#4 Finn Balor
Having just returned this week, Finn Balor feels rejuvenated. He is going after the United States Championship and looks to have a big WrestleMania match. None would be bigger than a dream showdown with Edge.
Balor hasn't had the best time on RAW since moving there in the WWE Draft, but all it takes is a few weeks of proper direction for the likes of him to feel like major players again.
It would be special to see The Rated-R Superstar take on Finn Balor's face-painted alter ego at WrestleMania, especially after he mentioned the word "demon" during his promo.
#3 Cody Rhodes if he returns to WWE
WWE's Twitter handle posted a picture of Edge during his promo, with a caption that included "smoke and mirrors," a reference to the potentially returning Cody Rhodes. Also, the WWE Hall of Famer claimed he was undeniable, which may or may not have referred to the ex-AEW star.
However, this challenge seems perfect for Rhodes to show up and catch some spotlight upon arrival. A match between him and The Rated-R Superstar at WrestleMania 38 would be among the biggest on either night of The Showcase of the Immortals.
If he returns before April, this is one of the likeliest spots we could see Cody Rhodes re-debut in. It would instantly send the message that he is now a major star in WWE.
#2 Austin Theory
This may be a surprising choice, but Austin Theory could very well take this huge spot. Edge challenged anyone in the locker room to step up to him. The other names on this list are established to some degree, while Theory is relatively new to the scene.
A match against the WWE Hall of Famer can elevate the 24-year-old into the title picture on RAW, even if he does not beat him. He has already taken on Brock Lesnar, albeit in a one-sided mauling inside the Elimination Chamber.
If for nothing else, Austin Theory deserves a WrestleMania match simply for the insane bump he took from the top of the pod last Saturday.
#1 AJ Styles vs. Edge at WrestleMania 38
This is the match everybody wants for WrestleMania 38.
Ever since Edge made his miraculous return to WWE at the Royal Rumble in 2020, fans have wanted to see him take on AJ Styles. They had a brief exchange during that Rumble, although it ended with The Phenomenal One separating his shoulder.
That can be played upon if Styles is the one to take up this WrestleMania challenge. The two-time WWE Champion has made it no secret in the past that he wants to face The Rated-R Superstar before they both retire, which makes this match likelier than others. It was reportedly even pitched for The Show of Shows.
The two of them are among the best in-ring performers in WWE right now, which means the storyline isn't nearly as important here as it usually is for Edge's feuds. He and Styles can create their magic in the ring.
However, with the 11-time world champion, you are almost guaranteed a well-told story. Even if it is against a fellow babyface. Edge vs. AJ Styles could be the best thing on the entire two-night WrestleMania card.
