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Austin Kirk Jenkins (born July 5, 1989), known by the ring name Adam Cole, is an American professional wrestler. He is signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where he is the leader of The Paragon. He is also known for his tenures with WWE and Ring of Honor (ROH).

Key Information

Cole began his eight-year tenure with ROH in 2009 and went on to become the first-ever three-time ROH World Champion. In addition, he is a one-time ROH World Television Champion, and the winner of the 2014 ROH Survival of the Fittest tournament. Cole has also wrestled for several independent promotions, including Chikara, Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), where he is a former CZW World Junior Heavyweight Champion, and Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG), where he is a former PWG World Champion; he holds the records for longest reigns for both titles. He also worked in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he was part of the Bullet Club stable.

From 2017 to 2021, Cole was signed to WWE and performed on their NXT brand. During this time, Cole was the leader of The Undisputed Era, whose membership included Bobby Fish, Kyle O'Reilly, and later Roderick Strong. Cole was the second wrestler to become the NXT Triple Crown Champion, having been the inaugural NXT North American Champion, a one-time NXT Tag Team Champion, and is the longest-reigning NXT Champion of all-time.

Early life

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Austin Jenkins[8] was born on July 5, 1989,[2] in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and raised in nearby Manheim.[9][10] He has a younger brother. His parents separated when he was 10 years old.[2] Jenkins took karate lessons as a child.[2] Jenkins competed in wrestling at Manheim Central High School before quitting his senior year so he could get a job to pay for his professional wrestling training.[9]

Professional wrestling career

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Combat Zone Wrestling (2008–2013)

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Jenkins was trained at the Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) Wrestling Academy by D. J. Hyde and Jon Dahmer.[4] He became an official student at the Academy on November 14, 2007, while he was still a senior in high school.[2] He made his CZW debut at No Pun Intended as Adam Cole on June 21, 2008, when he teamed with The Reason in a loss to GNC (Joe Gacy and Alex Colon).[11]

In 2009, Cole teamed regularly with Tyler Veritas and they won a tag team gauntlet match, outlasting the teams of The S.A.T., L.J. Cruz and Izzy Kensington, 2.0, All Money Is Legal, and GNC at X: Decade of Destruction – 10th Anniversary in February.[12] At the following show in March, they won a four-way match against the team of Jagged and Cole Calloway, GNC, and Team AnDrew (Andy Sumner and Drew Gulak).[13] After Cole took a hiatus from CZW, he returned at A Tangled Web 2 on August 8, where he and Veritas won another four-way match against BLKOUT, Team Macktion (TJ Mack and Kirby Mack), and The Spanish Armada (Alex Colon and L.J. Cruz).[14] At Down With the Sickness Forever on September 13, Cole and Veritas challenged for The Best Around (Bruce Maxwell and TJ Cannon) for the CZW World Tag Team Championship, but were unsuccessful.[15] For the remainder of 2009, Cole and Veritas began focusing on singles competition, as they both entered the tournament to determine the inaugural CZW Wired TV Champion, with Cole defeating Alex Colon and Rich Swann en route to the final at Cage of Death 11, where he lost to Veritas.[16][17][18]

Cole posing against the ropes in 2010

At Walking on Pins and Needles in March 2010, Cole wrestled Sabian to a 15-minute time-limit draw.[19] Later in 2010, Cole began challenging for the CZW World Junior Heavyweight Championship and on April 10 at Swinging for the Fences, Cole faced defending champion Sabian in a match that ended in a 20-minute time-limit draw.[20] On May 8, 2010, Cole won the CZW World Junior Heavyweight Championship by defeating defending champion Sabian and Ruckus in a three-way match at Fist Fight.[21][22] Cole successfully defended the championship against Ryan Slater in both June and August and Blk Jeez in September.[23][24][25] At It's Always Bloody in Philadelphia on October 9, Cole turned into a heel (villainous character) by attacking long-time tag team partner Veritas and successfully defended the CZW World Junior Heavyweight Championship against AR Fox later that night.[26] In November, Cole toured Germany with CZW and he retained the championship against Zack Sabre Jr. at Live in Germany in Oberhausen.[27] In December, Cole gained Mia Yim as a manager and she helped him to retain the Junior Heavyweight Championship in two separate matches at Cage of Death XII.[28]

At Twelve: Anniversary in February 2011, Cole qualified for the Best of the Best X tournament by defeating Pinkie Sanchez.[29] On April 9 at Best of the Best X, Cole qualified for the final of the tournament by defeating Johnny Gargano and Kyle O'Reilly in a three-way match in the first round and Sabre in the semi-final, then defeating Sami Callihan in the final, thus winning the Best of the Best X tournament.[30][31] Cole then developed an alliance with his trainer D. J. Hyde, with Hyde helping Cole to retain the championship against Fox in May.[32] Further title defenses against Jonatham Gresham, Chuck Taylor and AJ Curcio followed throughout the year.[33][34][35] On November 12, Cole lost the CZW World Junior Heavyweight Championship to Callihan despite both Hyde and Yim interfering on his behalf, ending his reign at 553 days, the longest reign in the championship's history.[36]

At An Excellent Adventure in January 2012, Cole unsuccessfully challenged Devon Moore for the CZW World Heavyweight Championship.[37] Cole's alliance with Hyde ended at the Best of the Best 11 internet pay-per-view, when Hyde gained a new protégé in Tony Nese who Cole went on to defeat in a match.[38] Cole and Hyde began feuding briefly, with Hyde attacking Cole in May and Cole attacking Hyde the following month.[39][40] In November 2012, Cole went on to feud with Callihan, claiming that he would always be regarded as a better wrestler than Callihan.[41] At Cage of Death 14: Shattered Dreams on December 8, Cole defeated Callihan in a No Hold Barred match.[42] On April 13, 2013, Cole defeated Callihan in what billed as the "final encounter" between the longtime rivals.[43]

Independent circuit (2009–2017)

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Cole (right) wrestling Kyle O'Reilly (left) in their quarter-final match at Chikara's 2010 Young Lions Cup tournament

Cole began competing for the Evolve promotion in 2010, making his debut match for the promotion on May 1 at Evolve 3: Rise Or Fall, he lost to Sami Callihan.[44][45] At Evolve 4, Cole defeated Johnny Gargano to improve his record to one win and one loss. Following his victory he challenged Jimmy Jacobs to a match at the next show.[46] At Evolve 5: Danielson vs. Sawa, Cole lost to Jacobs.[47]

Cole appeared at Dragon Gate USA's (DGUSA) Open the Freedom Gate pay-per-view taping on November 28, 2009, on the pre-show, where he wrestled Kyle O'Reilly in a losing effort.[48][49] On July 24, 2010, Cole appeared at DGUSA's Enter the Dragon 2010 pay-per-view taping in a four-way match against Chuck Taylor, Arik Cannon, and Ricochet, which was won by Taylor.[50][51]

On August 28, 2010, Cole appeared at Chikara's Young Lions Cup tournament. He defeated Kyle O'Reilly in the quarter-finals, but was eliminated from the semi-final six-man elimination match by Obariyon.[52][53]

Ring of Honor (2009–2017)

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Future Shock (2009–2012)

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Future Shock: Kyle O'Reilly (left) and Cole (right) at a Ring of Honor show in August 2011

Cole made his Ring of Honor (ROH) debut on February 28, 2009, when he lost to John Kerman in a dark match at the Ring of Honor Wrestling tapings.[3] At the Ring of Honor Wrestling tapings the following night, Cole appeared in a dark match again, teaming with Ninja Brown against John Kerman and Corey Abbott. The match ended in a no contest when the Dark City Fight Club (Kory Chavis and Jon Davis) attacked the match participants.[54] He appeared again on the July 26, 2010, episode of Ring of Honor Wrestling, teaming with Nick Westgate in a loss to the Kings of Wrestling (Chris Hero and Claudio Castagnoli).[55]

On August 23, 2010, ROH announced that Cole had signed a contract with the company.[56] At the August 2 tapings of Ring of Honor Wrestling, Cole was defeated by Mike Bennett.[57] Cole began to ally himself with fellow ROH newcomer Kyle O'Reilly, with the pair forming a tag team. At the October 2 Ring of Honor Wrestling tapings they defeated the team of Grizzly Redwood and Mike Sydal.[58] They lost to Steve Corino and Kevin Steen on October 15, and The All Night Express (Kenny King and Rhett Titus) at a show on October 16.[59][60] They defeated the Bravado Brothers (Harlem Bravado and Lance Bravado) on the November 8 episode of Ring of Honor Wrestling.[61] On November 12, Cole participated in the 2010 edition of the Survival of the Fittest tournament. He defeated Steve Corino in the first round, but was the second person eliminated from the final, a six-man elimination match.[62] The following night in Toronto, Cole and O'Reilly defeated the Bravado Brothers.[63] Cole made his ROH pay-per-view debut on December 18 at Final Battle, where he and O'Reilly were defeated by the All Night Express.[64] On April 1 and 2 at Chapter One and Two of Honor Takes Center Stage, Cole and O'Reilly faced the Briscoe Brothers (Jay Briscoe and Mark Briscoe) and the Kings of Wrestling in two losing efforts, despite putting on strong performances.[65][66] On July 8, Cole and O'Reilly defeated the Bravado Brothers to earn a future shot at the ROH World Tag Team Championship.[67] On July 25, ROH announced that Cole had re-signed with the promotion.[68] At the August 13 tapings of Ring of Honor Wrestling, the tag team of Cole and O'Reilly was named Future Shock.[69]

Championship reigns (2012–2015)

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Cole at Supercard of Honor VII in April 2013

At the January 7, 2012, tapings of Ring of Honor Wrestling, Future Shock disbanded and Cole formed a new partnership with Eddie Edwards, opposite Kyle O'Reilly and Davey Richards.[70] On March 4 at the 10th Anniversary Show, Cole and Edwards defeated O'Reilly and Richards in a main event tag team match, with Cole pinning Richards, the reigning ROH World Champion, for the win.[71] On June 24 at Best in the World: Hostage Crisis, Cole defeated O'Reilly in a "Hybrid Rules" match. Afterwards, Cole tried to make peace with his former partner, but the offer was turned down.[72] On June 29, 2012, Cole won his first championship in ROH, defeating Roderick Strong to become the ROH World Television Champion in Baltimore, Maryland, at a taping of Ring of Honor Wrestling.[73] On September 15 at Death Before Dishonor X: State of Emergency, Cole successfully defended the title against Mike Mondo, before being confronted by Matt Hardy.[74] At the following internet pay-per-view, Glory By Honor XI: The Unbreakable Hope on October 13, Cole successfully defended his title against Eddie Edwards.[75] On December 16 at Final Battle: Doomsday, Cole was defeated by Hardy in a non-title match.[76] At the following iPPV, 11th Anniversary Show on March 2, 2013, Cole lost the World Television Championship to Matt Taven, ending his reign at 246 days.[77] On May 4 at Border Wars, Cole unsuccessfully challenged Jay Briscoe for the ROH World Championship.[78] On May 30, ROH announced that Cole had re-signed with the promotion.[79]

After the ROH World Championship was vacated, Cole entered a tournament to determine the new champion, defeating Mark Briscoe in his first round match on July 27.[80] On August 3, Cole defeated Jay Lethal to advance to the semifinals of the tournament.[81] On September 20 at Death Before Dishonor XI, Cole first defeated Tommaso Ciampa in the semifinals and then Michael Elgin in the finals to win the tournament and become the new ROH World Champion. After being presented the title belt by former champion Jay Briscoe, Cole attacked Briscoe and Elgin thus establishing himself as a villain.[82][83] In early November, Cole suffered a concussion, temporarily sidelining him from wrestling.[84] On December 14 at Final Battle, Cole successfully defended the ROH World Championship in a three-way match against Briscoe and Elgin, following outside interference from Matt Hardy,[85] with the two later forming a stable alongside Mike Bennett, Maria Kanellis and later Matt Taven, named The Kingdom. Post-match, Cole and Hardy were attacked by the returning Chris Hero,[85] which led to Cole's next title defense on February 21, 2014, at the 12th Anniversary Show, where he defeated Hero.[86] A rematch between the two, contested under Ringmaster's Challenge rules, took place on March 8 and saw Cole again retain the title.[87]

On April 4 at Supercard of Honor VIII, Cole defeated Jay Briscoe in a ladder match to become the undisputed ROH World Champion, retaining his title and taking over Briscoe's unrecognized "Real World Title" and later giving it to Matt Hardy who renamed it the "ROH Iconic Championship".[88] In May 2014, Cole took part in a tour co-produced by ROH and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), during which he made two more successful title defenses; first against Kevin Steen at Global Wars on May 10 and then against NJPW's Jyushin Thunder Liger at War of the Worlds on May 17.[89][90] The following month, Cole retained the championship against ACH and Tommaso Ciamapa.[91][92] On June 22 at Best in the World, Cole lost the ROH World Championship to Michael Elgin, ending his reign at 275 days.[93] Through ROH's relationship with NJPW, Cole made his Japanese debut on August 10, in Tokorozawa, Saitama, teaming with Kingdom stablemate Michael Bennett to defeat Captain New Japan and Jyushin Thunder Liger in a tag team match.[94] On November 8, Cole won the 2014 Survival of the Fittest.[95] On December 7 at Final Battle, Cole unsuccessfully challenged Jay Briscoe for the ROH World Championship in a Fight Without Honor.[96] The following week, Cole announced he had suffered a shoulder injury, which required surgery.[97]

Cole returned from his injury on May 12, 2015, at War of the Worlds '15, losing to A.J. Styles.[98] Cole then began having problems with his Kingdom stablemates and started teasing a reunion with his Future Shock tag team partner Kyle O'Reilly. However, on September 18 at All Star Extravaganza VII, Cole turned on O'Reilly during his match for the ROH World Championship and reunited with the rest of the Kingdom, becoming a heel once again.[99]

Bullet Club (2016–2017)

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Main article: Bullet Club

On May 8, 2016, at Global Wars, Cole joined Bullet Club, helping the stable take over the ring in a show-closing angle.[100] On June 16, at Best in the World, Cole teamed up with The Young Bucks and formed The Superkliq to defeat War Machine and Moose. On August 19 at Death Before Dishonor XIV, Cole defeated Jay Lethal to win the ROH World Championship for the second time, becoming the third man to regain the championship.[101] Afterwards, Cole's victory celebration was abruptly ended when he was laid out by a returning Kyle O'Reilly.[102] Cole returned to NJPW on September 22, representing Bullet Club and successfully defending the ROH World Championship against Will Ospreay at Destruction in Hiroshima.[103] Three days later at Destruction in Kobe, Cole and The Young Bucks were defeated by David Finlay, Ricochet and Satoshi Kojima in a match for the vacant NEVER Openweight 6-Man Tag Team Championship.[104] On December 2 at Final Battle, he lost the ROH World Championship to O'Reilly.[105] Cole regained the title from O'Reilly on January 4, 2017, at NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 11 in Tokyo Dome, thus making Cole the first three-time ROH World Champion.[106] On March 10 at the 15th Anniversary Show, Cole lost the ROH World Championship to Christopher Daniels, when Bullet Club's newest member and Daniels' longtime tag team partner Frankie Kazarian turned on him.[107] In early 2017, Cole began showing tension with Bullet Club stablemate Kenny Omega with The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson) caught in the middle.[108] The storyline led to an angle on March 11, where Cole tried to fire The Young Bucks from Bullet Club, but the two responded by stating that Omega, not Cole, was the leader of the stable.[109] Despite the dissension, Cole remained a member of Bullet Club.[110] On May 1, it was reported that Cole's ROH contract had expired and he was now a free agent.[111] On May 12, during the third night of the War of the Worlds tour, Cole was defeated by NJPW's Hiroshi Tanahashi in a singles match. After the match, Kenny Omega and The Young Bucks turned on Cole and kicked him out of Bullet Club, giving his spot in the stable to Marty Scurll.[112] Two days later, Cole was defeated by Scurll in his ROH farewell match, a Philadelphia Street Fight.[113]

Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (2011–2017)

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Cole made his debut in Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG) on October 22, 2011, alongside regular tag team partner O'Reilly as Future Shock, unsuccessfully challenging The Young Bucks for the PWG World Tag Team Championship.[114][115] Future Shock were defeated by the RockNES Monsters (Johnny Goodtime and Johnny Yuma), at Fear on December 10.[116] On April 21, 2012, Future Shock entered the annual Dynamite Duumvirate Tag Team Title Tournament (DDT4), where they made it to the semifinals, before losing to the eventual tournament winners, Super Smash Bros. (Player Uno and Stupefied).[117] On July 21 at PWG's ninth anniversary event, Future Shock unsuccessfully challenged the Super Smash Bros. for the PWG World Tag Team Championship in a three-way ladder match, which also included The Young Bucks.[118] On September 1, Cole entered the 2012 Battle of Los Angeles, now working under his "Panama City Playboy" heel persona.[119] After upsetting El Generico in his first round match, Cole advanced to the following day's quarterfinals, where he defeated Eddie Edwards.[120][121] After a win over Sami Callihan in the semifinals, Cole defeated Michael Elgin in the finals to win the 2012 Battle of Los Angeles and become the number one contender to the PWG World Championship.[121] Following his win, Cole attacked the reigning champion, Kevin Steen, and left with his title belt.[121]

On December 1, Cole defeated Steen in a Guerrilla Warfare match to become the new PWG World Champion.[122][123] On January 12, 2013, Cole reunited with Kyle O'Reilly to enter the 2013 Dynamite Duumvirate Tag Team Title Tournament. After defeating the Dojo Bros (Eddie Edwards and Roderick Strong) in their first round match, Future Shock was eliminated from the tournament in the semifinals by El Generico and Kevin Steen.[124] On March 23, Cole made his first successful defense of the PWG World Championship against Drake Younger, and followed it with another retention against longtime rival, the WWE bound Callihan six falls to five in a 60-minute Iron Man match on June 16.[125][126][127] Two months later, at PWG's tenth anniversary event, Cole successfully retained his title in a three-way Guerrilla Warfare match against Drake Younger and Kevin Steen.[128] On August 31, Cole formed a new heel stable named the "Mount Rushmore of Wrestling" with Kevin Steen and The Young Bucks, when the four attacked 2013 Battle of Los Angeles winner Kyle O'Reilly, Candice LeRae, Joey Ryan and referee Rick Knox.[129][130] On October 19, Cole defeated O'Reilly, with help from his new stablemates, and on December 20 and 21 defeated Chris Hero and Johnny Gargano, respectively, to make his fourth, fifth and sixth successful defenses of the PWG World Championship.[131][132][133] On January 31, 2014, the 426th day of his title reign, Cole became the longest reigning PWG World Champion. Cole continued his reign on March 28, successfully defending the title against female wrestler Candice LeRae.[134] Cole's record-setting reign ended on May 23, 2014, when he lost the title to Kyle O'Reilly in a "Knockout or Submission Only" match.[135]

On December 11, 2015, Cole made a surprise return to PWG, joining Roderick Strong, Super Dragon and The Young Bucks as the newest member of Mount Rushmore 2.0.[136] On May 19, 2017, Cole had his farewell match in PWG, where he was defeated by Callihan.[137]

WWE (2017–2021)

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Debut with The Undisputed Era (2017–2019)

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Main article: The Undisputed Era

Before signing to WWE, Jenkins worked with the company twice. First on the July 2, 2010, episode of SmackDown where he played a man at a bar drinking with Serena Deeb in a Straight Edge Society segment, after WWE had offered him a tryout meant for Austin Watson (Xavier Woods) and as an apology, offered him a spot as an extra.[138] The second was the first weekend of February 2013, where Jenkins took part in a tryout at their Performance Center in Florida.[139]

On August 14, 2017, multiple sources confirmed that Jenkins had officially signed with WWE and would be working in the company's developmental territory NXT.[140][141] Cole made his NXT debut on August 19 at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III, attacking newly crowned NXT Champion Drew McIntyre, alongside Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly, establishing himself as a heel in the process.[142] The following month, the trio of Cole, Fish and O'Reilly was officially dubbed "The Undisputed Era".[143][144]

Cole became the inaugural NXT North American Champion (top picture showing him right after win), retained the NXT Tag Team Championship (bottom picture showing him before defense), and won the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic on the same night at NXT TakeOver: New Orleans.

Following weeks of attacking other teams, The Undisputed Era was put in a WarGames match at NXT TakeOver: WarGames against Sanity (Alexander Wolfe, Eric Young, and Killian Dain) and the team of the Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) and Roderick Strong.[145][146] At NXT TakeOver: WarGames on November 18, The Undisputed Era won after Cole pinned Young.[147] On the December 12, Cole was defeated by Aleister Black in a qualifying match for a fatal-four-way number one contender's match for the NXT Championship, which also involved Johnny Gargano, Killian Dain, and Lars Sullivan on the December 27 episode of NXT, where Cole and the Undisputed Era interfered and cost Black the match. This led to Cole facing Black at NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia on January 27, 2018, in an Extreme Rules match. At the event, Cole was defeated by Black, despite interference from Fish and O'Reilly.[148]

Cole competed in the Royal Rumble match at the Royal Rumble pay-per-view on January 28, his first appearance on the main roster. He was eliminated by a returning Rey Mysterio. Cole became the inaugural NXT North American Champion at NXT TakeOver: New Orleans on April 7, 2018, in a ladder match, and later in the night he won the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic as well as defended the NXT Tag Team Championship in a triple threat Winner Take All match with Kyle O'Reilly.[149] On April 25, Cole defeated Oney Lorcan in his first title defense after interference from The Undisputed Era. At NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn IV, Cole lost the NXT North American Championship to Ricochet, ending his reign at 133 days. On the October 10 episode of NXT, Cole failed to regain the NXT North American Championship in triple threat match that also included Pete Dunne.[150] At NXT TakeOver: WarGames, Ricochet, Dunne and War Raiders defeated The Undisputed Era in a WarGames match.[151] Cole participated in the WWE Worlds Collide event. He defeated Shane Thorne in the first round and Keith Lee in the quarterfinals before losing to Tyler Bate in the semifinals.[152] During halftime of Super Bowl LIII, Cole, Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa were defeated by Ricochet, Black and Velveteen Dream on Halftime Heat.[153]

Longest reigning NXT Champion (2019–2020)

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On the March 20, 2019, episode of NXT, Cole defeated Velveteen Dream, Ricochet, Black and Matt Riddle in a Fatal 5-Way match for the right to face Johnny Gargano for the vacant NXT Championship.[154] At NXT TakeOver: New York on April 5, Cole was defeated 2–1 by Gargano in a two-out-of-three falls match.[155] However, at NXT TakeOver: XXV, Cole defeated Gargano in a rematch to win the championship for the first time.[156] He successfully defended the title against Gargano in a two-out-of-three falls at NXT TakeOver: Toronto on August 10.[157]

In October, Cole and The Undisputed Era began a feud with the returning Tommaso Ciampa.[158] On the November 1 episode of SmackDown, Cole was one of the many members of the NXT roster to invade SmackDown under the orders of Triple H.[159] On the November 4 episode of Raw, Cole defended the NXT Championship against RAW superstar Seth Rollins; Rollins won by disqualification when The Undisputed Era attacked him, setting off a brawl between RAW and NXT; Cole thus retained the championship.[160] At NXT TakeOver: WarGames on November 23, The Undisputed Era were defeated by Team Ciampa (Ciampa, Keith Lee, Dominik Dijakovic, and Kevin Owens) in a WarGames match.[161] The following night at Survivor Series, Cole retained the NXT Championship against Pete Dunne.[162] In the build-up for the NXT and NXT UK co-branded pay-per-view, Worlds Collide, The Undisputed Era began feuding with Imperium (WWE United Kingdom Champion Walter, Alexander Wolfe, Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel), which was further intensified during the closing moments of NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II on January 12, 2020, where the group attacked Imperium following Walter's successful title defense against Joe Coffey.[163][164] At Worlds Collide, Imperium defeated The Undisputed Era despite being outnumbered 4-3 after Wolfe suffered an injury early in the match.[165] At NXT TakeOver: Portland on February 16, Cole successfully retained his title against Tommaso Ciampa.[166][167] On March 19, Cole became the longest reigning NXT Champion, breaking Finn Bálor's previous record of 292 days,[168] and would surpass the one-year mark as champion on June 1 of that year.[169] At TakeOver: In Your House on June 7, Cole retained the championship against Velveteen Dream in a Backlot Brawl.[170] However, during the second night of The Great American Bash on July 8, Cole lost the NXT Championship to NXT North American Champion Keith Lee in a Winner Takes All match, ending Cole's record-breaking reign at 403 days.[171]

Implosion of The Undisputed Era and departure (2020–2021)

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After losing the NXT Championship, Cole slowly turned face as he began a rivalry with announcer Pat McAfee, after the two got into an argument on McAfee's eponymous sports talk show and McAfee punted Cole in the head on the August 5 episode of NXT.[172] This led to a match between the two being set up for NXT TakeOver XXX,[173] which Cole won.[174] Cole cemented his face turn on the September 30 episode of NXT after calling out Austin Theory, who had insulted Kyle O'Reilly earlier in the night during a backstage promo. Cole and the other members of The Undisputed Era would go on to feud with McAfee, Pete Dunne, Danny Burch, and Oney Lorcan. Over the next few weeks on NXT, McAfee mocked The Undisputed Era until they returned on the November 18 episode of NXT. General Manager of NXT, William Regal, announced that both teams would face each other at NXT Takeover: WarGames. At the event, The Undisputed Era defeated Team McAfee.[175] Heading into 2021, Cole and Roderick Strong announced their participation in the Men's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. On the January 13, 2021, episode of NXT, they faced Breezango (Fandango and Tyler Breeze) in the first round and were victorious. On the February 3 episode of NXT, Cole and Strong were eliminated from the tournament after being defeated by the team of Tommaso Ciampa and Timothy Thatcher in the quarterfinals.[176]

At NXT TakeOver: Vengeance Day, The Undisputed Era assisted Finn Bálor after he was attacked by Dunne, Burch and Lorcan. As The Undisputed Era and Bálor posed together, Cole suddenly superkicked Bálor and then turn on O'Reilly, subsequently turning heel in the process.[177] On the February 17 episode of NXT, Cole attacked O'Reilly during the latter's six man tag team match against Dunne, Burch and Lorcan. After Dunne's team picked up the win, Cole delivered a superkick to Bálor and raised the NXT Championship in the air.[178] On the February 24 episode of NXT, Cole apologized for what he did to O'Reilly before Strong interrupted Cole. Bálor then came out and attacked Cole and Strong until Cole hit a superkick on Bálor. After crying and apologizing profusely to Strong, Cole then delivered a low blow to Strong and proclaimed himself as The Undisputed Era.[179] On the March 3 episode of NXT, Bálor challenged Cole to for the NXT Championship the following week, which Cole accepted.[180] The following week on NXT, Cole was defeated by Bálor after O'Reilly distracted him, and was viciously assaulted afterwards, ending with O'Reilly ripping off Cole's Undisputed Era armband, officially kicking Cole off the group.[181] On the March 24 episode of NXT, after many heated encounters between Cole and O'Reilly, they officially signed a contract for their unsanctioned match on Night 2 of NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver.[182] At the event, Cole lost to O'Reilly.[183]

On the June 1 episode of NXT, Cole returned and took out O'Reilly, Dunne and Johnny Gargano in a triple threat match to determine Karrion Kross' opponent for the NXT Championship at NXT TakeOver: In Your House. Later that night, Cole and Kross confronted each which led to a match being made at NXT TakeOver: In Your House where Kross defended his title against Cole, O'Reilly, Gargano and Dunne.[184] At the event, Cole was unsuccessful in winning the NXT Championship.[185] After failing to win back the championship, Cole reignited his feud with O'Reilly. A rematch between the two was made for The Great American Bash,[186] where Cole defeated O'Reilly.[187] On the August 10 episode of NXT, it was announced that Cole and O'Reilly would face each other in a two out of three falls match at NXT TakeOver 36.[188][189] At the event, O'Reilly defeated Cole.[190] This was Cole's final match and appearance in NXT,[191] as his WWE contract expired.[192]

According to Dave Meltzer, shortly after Jenkins signed with All Elite Wrestling, that if he had stayed with the WWE, he would have been promoted to the main roster but as a manager for a heel-turned Keith Lee on the Raw brand. Additionally, Jenkins would have received a haircut and he would have also received a name change to avoid confusion with longtime announcer Michael Cole; the decision reportedly came directly from Vince McMahon and Bruce Prichard.[193][194] This idea was later ridiculed and parodied in AEW, with John Silver of The Dark Order facetiously offering to "let" Adam Cole be his manager if Jenkins would agree to change his name and cut his hair. Lee himself would be released by WWE three months after Jenkins' departure and joined AEW months later.

All Elite Wrestling (2021–present)

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Reunion with The Elite (2021–2022)

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Main article: The Elite
Cole appearing in AEW in 2022

On September 5, 2021, Cole made his surprise debut for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) at the promotion's All Out pay-per-view, following the main event match by reuniting with former Bullet Club stablemates Kenny Omega and The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson), as well as joining their stable, The Elite, establishing himself as a heel in the process.[195] In a post-All Out news conference, Cole stated that his decision to sign with AEW was "fairly easy", as he wanted to work with everyone at AEW "24/7" as well as being able to have full access to his Twitch stream, something that WWE would have restricted had he been promoted to the main roster.[196] The decision also allowed him to work with real-life girlfriend Britt Baker, which was immediately acknowledged on his Dynamite debut later that week when he threatened to beat up announcer Tony Schiavone over the latter's friendship with Baker.[197] The following week on Dynamite, Cole made his in-ring debut, defeating Frankie Kazarian.[198] At Grand Slam on Rampage, Cole would team with The Young Bucks to defeat the team of Christian Cage, Jungle Boy and Luchasaurus.[199] At Full Gear, Cole along with The Young Bucks would be defeated by Cage, Jungle Boy and Luchasaurus in a falls count anywhere match.[200]

In November, Cole, alongside The Young Bucks and Bobby Fish, began a feud with Orange Cassidy and Best Friends. On the Holiday Bash special episode of Dynamite on December 22, Cole defeated Cassidy after an interference from the debuting Kyle O'Reilly, reuniting with Cole and Fish.[201] The following week on New Year's Smash episode of Dynamite, they defeated Orange Cassidy and Best Friends.[202] On the January 19 episode of Dynamite, Cole and Britt Baker defeated Cassidy and Kris Statlander in a mixed tag team match, scoring another victory on Cassidy. The following week, at the Beach Break special episode of Dynamite on January 26, Cassidy defeated Cole in a Lights Out that involved appearances from Best Friends, The Young Bucks, Bobby Fish and Danhausen. On the February 16 episode of Dynamite, Cole confronted AEW World Champion "Hangman" Adam Page, after the latter's title match against Lance Archer. The following week, Cole challenged Page to a title match at Revolution, a match he would lose.[203] Cole would receive a rematch against Page for the title on the April 15 episode of Rampage in a Texas Deathmatch, which Cole would once again lose.[204]

On the April 20 episode of Dynamite, Cole alongside Jay White, interrupted Tony Khan and Takami Ohbari's announcement of Forbidden Door on June 26, where Cole made the announcement and White claimed the show would be "all about" both The Undisputed Elite and the Bullet Club.[205] Cole also announced himself to be competing in the Owen Hart Cup tournament naming his qualifying opponent as Tomohiro Ishii. On the April 22 episode of Rampage, Cole defeated Ishii.[206] Cole defeated Dax Harwood and Jeff Hardy, to advance to the tournament finals at Double or Nothing.[207] At the event, he defeated Samoa Joe in the finals to win the men's tournament.[208]

On the June 8 episode of Dynamite, Cole interrupted Page who had called out IWGP World Heavyweight Champion Kazuchika Okada and had challenged him to a match for his IWGP World Heavyweight Champion at Forbidden Door. Cole deemed Page unworthy to face for the World Championship, whilst also stating that Okada may not be Champion by Forbidden Door, due to his title defense against Cole's ally, Jay White at Dominion 6.12 in Osaka-jo Hall. After White won the World Championship at the event, Page was set to address the situation on the special Road Rager episode of Dynamite on June 15, but Cole once again interrupted Page, stating his own challenge for the Championship. This led to White attacking Page from behind with a Bladerunner. After this, White refused to defend his title against Page at Forbidden Door, much to Cole's delight, although White also refused to defend the title against Cole at the event, much to Cole's dismay.[209] On the June 22 episode of Dynamite, Cole once again interrupted Page, only to be interrupted himself by White, who refused to defend his title against Cole, due to his two losses to Page in AEW. White and Cole then attacked Page, only for Okada to debut in AEW and save Page.[210] Soon after, a four-way match between Cole, Page, White and Okada, for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship was announced for Forbidden Door. At the event, White retained the World Championship.[211] Cole suffered a severe concussion during the match leading to the match being cut short, and rendering Cole unable to compete for an unspecified amount of time.[212]

Cole returned to AEW on the August 3 episode of Rampage, where he, Fish and O'Reilly would turn on and attack The Young Bucks, splitting from The Elite.[213] Following this, Cole would remain absent from AEW programming for the rest of the year, recovering from his concussion.[214]

Better Than You Bay Bay and Undisputed Kingdom (2023–2025)

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Cole made his surprise return on the January 11, 2023, episode of Dynamite as a face.[215] His feud after his return was against Chris Jericho, including the debut of his teammate Roderick Strong to face the Jericho Appreciation Society.[216] Cole defeated Jericho twice, once at Double or Nothing in an unsanctioned match (with Sabu as the special guest enforcer),[217] and in a mixed tag team match where Cole and Britt Baker defeated Jericho and Saraya.[218]

Cole (back) and MJF (front) at All In: London in August 2023.

In June, Cole began a storyline with AEW World Champion MJF.[219] Cole and MJF faced each other in a world title eliminator match, but the match ended on a time limit draw.[220] They were paired on the Blind Eliminator Tournament,[221] defeating Daniel Garcia and Sammy Guevara in the tournament finals to win the tournament and earn an AEW World Tag Team Championship match against FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler).[222] The title match took place on the July 29 episode of Collision, where Cole and MJF lost.[223] Despite the loss, they continued to work as a tag team. At All In: London, they defeated Aussie Open (Kyle Fletcher and Mark Davis) to win the ROH World Tag Team Championship[224] and Cole challenged MJF for the AEW World Championship in the main event but lost, resulting in MJF retaining the title.[225] On the September 20 episode of Dynamite, Cole suffered a major ankle injury after jumping off the entrance ramp during MJF's match with Samoa Joe in the main event. In a 2024 interview with Sports Illustrated, Cole revealed that his injury was so severe, he had to receive a cadaver bone donation for his ankle.[226] Regardless, AEW continued to sporadically feature Cole as part of their programming.[227][228] On December 30 at Worlds End, Cole revealed himself as The Devil along with The Devil's Masked Men (Matt Taven, Mike Bennett, Roderick Strong and Wardlow), turning heel once again and forming Undisputed Kingdom.[229] On May 26, 2024, at Double or Nothing, Cole made an appearance, where he would be interrupted and attacked by a returning MJF.[230]

Cole (now once again as a face) made his on-screen return to AEW at WrestleDream on October 12, where he chased off MJF (who was now a heel) from attacking Garcia.[231] On the October 23 episode of Dynamite, MJF made a deal with both Cole and Strong, stating that whoever won three matches in a row first would get a match against him at Full Gear on November 23.[232] On October 30 at Fright Night Dynamite, Cole defeated Buddy Matthews in his first match since September 2023.[233] The following week on Dynamite, he defeated Matthews' House of Black stablemate Malakai Black.[234] On the November 13 episode of Dynamite, Cole would lose to Konosuke Takeshita and as a result would not be able to face MJF at Full Gear.[235] On December 11 at Winter is Coming, Cole defeated Kyle O'Reilly to earn the right to challenge MJF for his Dynamite Diamond Ring at Worlds End on December 28.[236] At Worlds End, Cole was defeated by MJF, ending their feud. After the match, Strong and O'Reilly helped Cole fend off an MJF post-match attack, with O'Reilly subsequently joining Undisputed Kingdom.[237]

After Worlds End, Cole began a feud with Garcia for the AEW TNT Championship, facing him twice for the title, but the matches ending in a no contest and a time-limit draw.[238][239] On April 6, 2025 at Dynasty, Cole would go on to defeat Garcia for the title, giving him his first championship in AEW.[240]

The Paragon (2025–present)

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On the April 9 episode of Dynamite following Dynasty, Cole addressed winning the AEW TNT Championship in a backstage segment alongside Strong and O'Reilly and formed their own group known as "The Paragon".[241] On April 17 at Collision: Spring BreakThru, Cole successfully defended his title against Claudio Castagnoli.[242] On May 25 at Double or Nothing, Paragon were defeated by the Don Callis Family (Josh Alexander, Konosuke Takeshita, and Kyle Fletcher).[243] After Double or Nothing in May, Cole began a feud with Kyle Fletcher over the title, with Cole defeating Fletcher via disqualification on the May 28 episode of Dynamite.[244] On the June 26 episode of Collision, Cole successfully defended his title against Josh Alexander.[245] Cole was scheduled to defend his TNT Championship against Kyle Fletcher at All In: Texas on July 12, but was forced to vacate the title due to undisclosed health issues and was unable to be medically cleared to compete, ending his reign at 97 days.[246] At All In: Texas, Cole addressed the fans stating that he would be out indefinitely and hinted at a possible in-ring retirement.[247]

Other media

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Jenkins made his video game debut as a playable character in WWE 2K19,[248] and appeared in its sequel WWE 2K20.[249] He also appears as a playable character in AEW Fight Forever.

He also streams on Twitch as "TheCHUGS".[250] He also makes appearances in the AEW Games YouTube channel.

Jenkins, alongside Britt Baker, appeared on the May 8, 2022 episode "Working to Death" of the American reality series Bar Rescue.[251]

Personal life

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Jenkins was in a relationship with fellow professional wrestler Britt Baker.[252][253] The two started dating in 2017 while they were living in Pennsylvania, having previously met using the Bumble app.[254][255] In October 2024, Jenkins confirmed in an interview with Sports Illustrated that he and Baker were no longer together, but remain friends.[256]

Jenkins cites Shawn Michaels as his inspiration and Stone Cold Steve Austin as the wrestler who got him into professional wrestling.[5]

Championships and accomplishments

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Cole is a one-time and the longest reigning NXT Champion.
Cole is the inaugural NXT North American Champion.
Cole is a record setting three-time ROH World Champion.
Cole is a one-time AEW TNT Champion.

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Adam Cole, whose real name is Austin Kirk Jenkins, is an American professional wrestler born on July 5, 1989, in . He is currently signed to (AEW), where he performs under his ring name and has achieved prominence as a former AEW TNT Champion, though he has been sidelined since July 2025 due to ongoing concussion-related health issues. Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 210 pounds, Cole is renowned for his technical prowess, charismatic mic skills, and signature moves including the Last Shot superkick and Panama Sunrise. Cole began his wrestling career in 2008 after training at the (CZW) academy under DJ Hyde, debuting professionally that year on the independent circuit. He rose to national prominence in (ROH), where he became the only three-time ROH World Champion, with his second reign from 2013 to 2014 and third in 2016 after joining the stable in 2015. Additional accolades in ROH and other promotions include the inaugural (later unified into WWE's NXT brand) and multiple titles, establishing him as a versatile performer across singles and faction-based storylines. In 2017, Cole signed with WWE, debuting in NXT at TakeOver: Brooklyn III as part of the faction rebranding to alongside and , later adding . During his NXT tenure, he captured the in 2019, becoming the second Triple Crown Champion in NXT history, and won the 2018 . Cole's NXT run was marked by high-profile feuds with stars like , , and , earning him the 2019 NXT Male Competitor of the Year award. Transitioning to AEW in September 2021 after his WWE contract expired, Cole debuted at the pay-per-view, aligning with The Elite and quickly integrating into major storylines. In AEW, he won the 2022 Men's Tournament and later captured the , but a series of concussions—stemming from matches in 2022 and recurring issues—led to his vacating the title at All In: Texas in July 2025. As of November 2025, AEW has no immediate creative plans for his return, though the promotion values his long-term contributions and hopes for his eventual recovery.

Early life

Childhood and family background

Austin Jenkins, better known by his ring name Adam Cole, was born on July 5, 1989, in . He grew up in the area with his family, including a brother named Brent Jenkins. When Jenkins was nine years old, his parents divorced, after which he moved with his mother and brother to live with his grandmother. His mother provided strong support for his developing interests during this period. Jenkins's initial exposure to professional wrestling occurred around age nine while watching WCW Thunder with his father, though his parents initially considered the content too violent for him. During his childhood, he participated in karate lessons, which helped foster his competitive spirit and further ignited his fascination with wrestling.

Entry into wrestling training

Cole's interest in professional wrestling ignited at the age of nine when he discovered and was subsequently introduced to WWE's Monday Night Raw through his instructor, who also lent him a copy of WrestleMania 15 featuring stars like and The Rock. To build a foundation, Cole participated in during junior high and high school at Manheim Central High School, where he joined the team and competed despite lacking prior formal experience in the discipline. He ultimately quit during his senior year to take a job that would fund his aspiring professional career, prioritizing his passion over completing the scholastic season. At age 18, while still a high school senior, Cole began formal professional training in November 2007 at the (CZW) Academy in , initially attending one session per week under the guidance of head trainer DJ Hyde and mentor Jon Dahmer. Hyde, impressed by Cole's determination after meeting him at CZW's Best of the Best 7 event earlier that year, arranged a flexible payment plan to accommodate his student's circumstances, marking the start of Cole's structured preparation for a professional debut the following year.

Professional wrestling career

Independent circuit and early promotions (2008–2009)

Cole made his professional wrestling debut on April 6, 2008, competing in a battle royal at an American Championship Pro Wrestling (ACPW) event held at the ECW Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This appearance marked his entry into the independent scene shortly after completing his training at the Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) academy. Upon debuting, Jenkins adopted the ring name Adam Cole—departing from his training moniker of Adam Carelle—and was positioned as a babyface character, emphasizing technical skill and crowd appeal in his initial outings. Throughout late 2008 and into 2009, Cole built foundational experience across small independent promotions in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions, focusing on honing his in-ring fundamentals against established regional talent. In CZW, he secured his first official match on June 21, 2008, at the No Pun Intended event, where he teamed with The Reason in a losing effort to GNC ( and Alex Colon). He also appeared in other Pennsylvania-based groups like Maryland Championship Wrestling (MCW) and Ground Breaking Wrestling (GBW), as well as venturing to for bouts that emphasized endurance and storytelling. A notable example came on November 1, 2008, at 's November Pain event in , where Cole and Hardcore Harry lost to Bill the Butcher in a three-way match. These appearances allowed Cole to develop his style, blending athleticism with mat-based wrestling, while navigating the physical demands of the indie circuit. A pivotal early storyline for Cole unfolded in MCW against Ryan McBride, a rising hardcore specialist, highlighting his adaptability in high-stakes environments. The rivalry escalated through tag and multi-man contests in 2009, building toward a unification for McBride's MCW Cruiserweight Championship and Cole's MCW Rage Television Championship on December 26, 2009, at the Holiday Hell event in . In this grueling encounter, McBride retained the Cruiserweight title and claimed the Rage Television Championship by retrieving both belts. This feud underscored Cole's growing reputation as a versatile performer capable of competing in intense, gimmick-driven matches on the independent landscape.

Combat Zone Wrestling (2008–2013)

Adam Cole made his debut in on June 21, 2008, at the No Pun Intended event in , where he teamed with The Reason in a match against GNC (Alex Colon and ), resulting in a loss. Early in his CZW tenure, Cole frequently partnered with Tyler Veritas, forming a that competed in several multi-team bouts, including a gauntlet match at the 10th Anniversary Show on February 14, 2009, where they emerged victorious against multiple opponents such as K-Murda and K-Pusha, as well as and . This period marked Cole's initial exposure to CZW's ultraviolent style, characterized by high-risk maneuvers and occasional weapon use, which contrasted with his technical wrestling background from earlier independent appearances; he adapted by incorporating more aggressive tactics in matches like the four-way elimination at Total Havoc on March 14, 2009, defeating teams including Alex Colon and . Cole's ascent in CZW accelerated in 2010 when he captured the CZW World Junior Heavyweight Championship on May 8 at Fist Fight in a three-way elimination match against defending champion Sabian and Ruckus, pinning Sabian to secure the title. He held the championship for over a year, defending it successfully in numerous contests, including against Ryan Slater on June 12 at Lines in the Sand and Sonjay Dutt on July 10 at Home Sweet Home, often in stipulation matches that highlighted CZW's hardcore ethos, such as time-limit draws and bloody brawls. This reign established Cole as a top junior heavyweight, blending his precise striking and submission skills with the promotion's emphasis on endurance in violent environments. In 2011, Cole achieved a career milestone by winning the Best of the Best X tournament on April 9 in , , advancing through a first-round three-way elimination victory over and , a semifinal defeat of , and a final submission win over while also defending his Junior Heavyweight Championship in the main event. This success ignited a prominent feud with , featuring intense rivalries marked by personal animosity and hardcore elements, including a title loss for Cole on November 12 at Night of Infamy 10 via submission. Cole also clashed with DJ Hyde in settings, such as a loss alongside Hyde to Greg Excellent and on October 7 at Cerebral, underscoring his adaptation to CZW's brutal interpersonal dynamics. Cole's character evolution culminated in a heel turn on October 9, 2010, at It's Always Bloody in , where, after defending the Junior Heavyweight Championship against A.R. Fox, he betrayed longtime partner Tyler Veritas with a post-match assault, shifting to a more arrogant, self-serving persona that dominated his later CZW run. This alignment fueled ongoing conflicts, including a non-title singles victory over on April 13, 2013, at Best of the Best 12, a match that exemplified the promotion's blend of technical prowess and violence amid their extended rivalry. By 2013, Cole's tenure in CZW had solidified his reputation as a versatile performer capable of thriving in its extreme environment, though he increasingly focused on opportunities in other promotions.

Ring of Honor (2009–2017)

Cole debuted in on March 7, 2009, competing in a dark match against . Shortly thereafter, he began teaming with fellow newcomer , and on August 13, 2010, the duo was officially named during ROH Wrestling television tapings. quickly established themselves as a promising , showcasing technical prowess and chemistry in matches against established acts like the All-Night Express and the Kings of Wrestling. Their efforts earned them the ROH Tag Team of the Year award for 2010, highlighting their rapid rise within the promotion. As Future Shock disbanded in early 2012, Cole transitioned to a singles competitor, receiving a significant push that positioned him as a top contender. On September 20, 2013, at Death Before Dishonor XI, Cole defeated Michael Elgin to win the ROH World Championship for the first time, beginning a 275-day reign that solidified his status as a main event star. He lost the title to Elgin on June 22, 2014, at Best in the World, but reclaimed it on August 19, 2016, at Death Before Dishonor XIV, holding it for 105 days until dropping it to Kyle O'Reilly on December 2, 2016, at Final Battle. Cole captured the championship for a third time on January 4, 2017, at Wrestle Kingdom 11 in a match co-promoted with New Japan Pro-Wrestling, marking him as the first three-time ROH World Champion; this 65-day reign ended on March 10, 2017, when he lost to Christopher Daniels. His three reigns combined for a total of 445 days, the longest cumulative tenure for any ROH World Champion at the time. In 2016, Cole turned heel by aligning with the Bullet Club stable during the Global Wars event on May 8, aiding the group in a post-match assault and adopting their signature gestures and attire. This affiliation intensified his rivalries, particularly with his former stablemates in The Kingdom (Mike Bennett and Matt Taven), leading to high-profile feuds that included multi-man tag matches and direct confrontations over the ROH World Championship. Cole's tenure with Bullet Club elevated ROH's crossover appeal through joint events with New Japan Pro-Wrestling, but tensions within the group culminated in his expulsion by leader Kenny Omega on May 12, 2017, at War of the Worlds. Following this, Cole delivered an emotional farewell address to ROH fans on May 14, 2017, during television tapings, announcing his departure to pursue opportunities elsewhere, effectively ending his eight-year run with the promotion. His CZW background occasionally informed his in-ring style during ROH's more intense bouts, incorporating elements of hardcore wrestling.

Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (2011–2017)

Cole made his (PWG) debut on October 22, 2011, at the Steen Wolf event, teaming with longtime partner as in a losing effort against for the . The match showcased Cole's athleticism and technical prowess, earning praise for the high-energy style that aligned with PWG's fast-paced, indie environment. This appearance built on his tag team success elsewhere, positioning him as a rising singles competitor in the promotion. Throughout 2012, Cole established himself as a top contender, culminating in his victory in the tournament on September 1, 2012, at the Reseda American Legion Hall. He advanced through high-profile matches, defeating opponents including in the semifinals and in the finals, solidifying his status with a combination of strategic wrestling and crowd-engaging charisma. The win earned him a title shot against PWG World Champion Kevin Steen. On December 1, 2012, at Mystery Vortex, Cole captured the PWG World Championship from Steen in a 23-minute Guerrilla Warfare match, marked by intense brawling and innovative weapon use that highlighted PWG's no-holds-barred ethos. His reign lasted 538 days, the longest in PWG history, during which he defended the title against notable challengers like Kyle O'Reilly in a 60-minute Iron Man match at Is Your Body Ready? on March 30, 2013, retaining by a score of 6 falls to 5. Other defenses included victories over Eddie Kingston and Ricochet, emphasizing Cole's versatility in blending technical skill with high-impact spots. Cole's record-setting reign ended on May 23, 2014, when he lost the title to Kyle O'Reilly in a "Knockout or Submission Only" match at All Star Weekend 8 - Night Two. He remained a fixture in major events thereafter. In the 2014 Battle of Los Angeles tournament, he competed in standout multi-man matches, including a high-flying opener on Night 1 partnering with The Young Bucks against Chuck Taylor, Kenny Omega, and Zack Sabre Jr., demonstrating PWG's emphasis on innovative team dynamics. Though eliminated early in the singles bracket by Sabre Jr., his performances underscored his adaptability in the promotion's tournament format. Cole continued appearing sporadically through 2016 and into 2017, often in marquee bouts that drew strong fan support for his "Bay Bay" catchphrase and showmanship. His final PWG run concluded at Head Like a Cole on May 19, 2017, where he faced in a 20-minute main event loss, serving as an emotional farewell ahead of his signing. The event celebrated his contributions, with Cole delivering a signature Panama Sunrise and post-match address thanking the PWG faithful.

WWE (2017–2021)

In 2017, Adam Cole signed a developmental contract with WWE and reported to the in , to begin training for the NXT brand. He made his televised debut at : Brooklyn III on August 19, 2017, where he joined and in attacking NXT Champion following McIntyre's successful title defense against . This alliance marked the formation of , with Cole positioned as the group's leader; the stable later expanded to include in 2019 and quickly became a dominant force in NXT, capturing multiple tag team and North American championships while feuding with top stars like Aleister Black and . Cole's individual momentum built throughout 2018 and early 2019, culminating in his opportunity for the . On June 5, 2019, at : XXV, Cole defeated in the main event to win the for the first time, officially recognized by as beginning on June 1, 2019. His reign lasted a record 403 days until July 8, 2020, when he lost the title to Keith Lee in a winner-takes-all match that also involved the . During this period, Cole defended the title against prominent challengers including Gargano in a rematch at : , Ciampa at : 2019, and in a high-profile series of bouts, solidifying his status as NXT's top and extending the title's prestige through consistent premium live event main events. As Cole's championship tenure progressed into 2020, internal dynamics within began to strain amid the pandemic's disruptions to programming, including the shift to a performance center-only format and evolving storylines. Tensions escalated during Cole's feud with Bálor, where Cole prioritized his own title defenses over group loyalty, leading to subtle fractures; this culminated in the stable's implosion on February 14, 2021, at : Vengeance Day, when Cole turned on with a superkick after O'Reilly's loss to Bálor, effectively ending the group's unity due to these accumulated internal conflicts. In early 2021, Cole made a brief foray to WWE's main roster, entering the men's on January 31 at the Royal Rumble event as the 15th participant and being eliminated by after 11 minutes in the ring. Despite this appearance and discussions about potential main roster plans, Cole remained primarily assigned to NXT for the remainder of his contract. His WWE tenure concluded on August 27, 2021, when his contract expired without renewal, influenced by creative frustrations over proposed main roster roles—such as managing a Keith Lee—and the broader impacts of the pandemic on WWE's developmental system and talent utilization.

All Elite Wrestling (2021–2025)

Adam Cole made his All Elite Wrestling (AEW) debut on September 5, 2021, at the All Out pay-per-view event, where he confronted AEW World Champion Kenny Omega and superkicked Jungle Boy after Omega's title defense against Christian Cage, effectively reuniting with The Elite faction alongside Omega and The Young Bucks. This surprise appearance marked Cole's transition from WWE to AEW, positioning him immediately as a key heel member of the dominant stable. Throughout late 2021 and into 2022, Cole integrated into The Elite's storylines, competing in high-profile matches and aiding the group's control over AEW's main event scene. In 2022, Cole teamed with his former Undisputed Era allies Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly, collectively known as reDRagon, in tag and multi-man matches, highlighting their chemistry amid faction tensions. However, Fish and O'Reilly's contracts expired shortly after, leading to their departure and shifting Cole's focus toward singles and tag competition. Cole's 2023 run featured the popular "Better Than You Bay Bay" persona, a charismatic emphasizing his cocky , which gained traction during his unlikely partnership with AEW World Champion MJF. The duo, formed through a blind tag tournament in summer 2023, captured the at and defended it successfully at against The Dark Order, blending rivalry with reluctant alliance in one of AEW's most entertaining storylines. Later that year, Cole orchestrated the formation of the Undisputed Kingdom stable, initially as the masked "Devil" attacking MJF during his title defenses, before revealing himself as the Devil at on December 30, 2023; the group included , , Mike Bennett, and later Wardlow, aiming to dominate AEW and ROH divisions. On September 20, 2023, during at Grand Slam, Cole suffered a severe ankle injury after jumping off the entrance ramp to celebrate MJF's victory over , fracturing his ankle in multiple places and requiring , including the implantation of a bone, which sidelined him for over a year. Despite the setback, Cole contributed to Undisputed Kingdom storylines from backstage, guiding the faction's pursuits of various championships. He returned to in-ring action in 2024, but his momentum was interrupted again in early 2025. In April 2025, following his victory over Daniel Garcia at the Dynasty to win the —his first title in the promotion—Cole rebranded the core of Undisputed Kingdom (himself, , and ) as The Paragon , describing it as a "fresh coat of paint" to evolve their dynamic while parting ways with Taven, Bennett, and Wardlow. The Paragon quickly entered a high-stakes feud with the Death Riders (, , , and ), clashing over the and main event supremacy in a series of intense multi-man matches throughout spring and summer. Cole's TNT reign, lasting 97 days, elevated the midcard title through defenses against challengers like , but was cut short by mounting health concerns. On July 6, 2025, during a tag team match on AEW Collision, Cole sustained a concussion from a stiff lariat by Kyle Fletcher, exacerbating his history of head injuries—including a severe one at Forbidden Door 2022 that sidelined him for months—and prompting medical evaluations that revealed ongoing post-concussion syndrome risks. This led to his indefinite absence, culminating in an emotional address at All In Texas on July 12, 2025, where he relinquished the TNT Championship, expressed gratitude to fans and peers, and hinted at potential retirement, stating he needed time away to prioritize his long-term health while leaving the door open for a return. The speech, delivered tearfully to a standing ovation, marked a poignant close to his AEW tenure amid the promotion's adult-oriented booking that had allowed his character to thrive in complex group dynamics and personal narratives. As of November 2025, Cole remains sidelined due to ongoing concussion-related health issues, with AEW having no immediate creative plans for his return, though the promotion values his contributions and hopes for his eventual recovery.

Other media

Film and television appearances

In addition to his extensive career in professional wrestling, Adam Cole has ventured into non-wrestling media with cameo roles in television. His rising profile in the industry opened doors to these opportunities following his prominent runs in WWE and All Elite Wrestling. In 2022, Cole appeared alongside his partner Britt Baker in an episode of the Paramount Network reality series Bar Rescue (Season 8, Episode 23, "Take Me Out to the Bar"), visiting a wrestling-themed bar.

Video games and merchandise

Adam Cole made his debut in the WWE video game series with WWE 2K19, where he was included as a playable character representing his NXT persona, complete with signature moves such as the Last Shot finisher. He returned in WWE 2K20, again as part of the NXT roster, allowing players to recreate his matches and use his full moveset, including the Panama Sunrise. Following his departure from WWE, Cole appeared in AEW: Fight Forever, released in 2023, as a featured playable character with custom entrances featuring his signature "Bay Bay" taunt and multiple attire options inspired by his AEW run, such as black-and-white gear and special event outfits. The game also incorporated his moveset, including finishers like the Boom, enhancing replayability for fans of his All Elite Wrestling tenure. Cole's merchandise has been a significant aspect of his popularity, particularly in AEW, where his "Bay Bay" drove strong sales. In 2023, the "Better Than You Bay Bay" , tied to his storyline with MJF, became AEW's top-selling item of the year, surpassing previous records for individual wrestler apparel and reflecting his on-screen charisma. This design, featuring collaborative branding between Cole and MJF, quickly sold out multiple print runs and topped AEW's charts for weeks. Jazwares released his first AEW in 2022 as part of the Unrivaled Collection Series 11, a 6-inch figure with 25 points of articulation depicting his debut attire and accessories like a removable jacket, which became a collector's favorite for its detail and poseability. In 2025, limited edition collectibles of Cole were released, including the Upper Deck AEW Memorabilia card (#15), featuring a relic patch as part of the limited production set. These items commemorate his achievements across promotions and have seen quick uptake among collectors.

Personal life

Relationships and family

Adam Cole began a long-term romantic relationship with fellow professional wrestler Britt Baker in 2017, after the two connected through a dating app while Cole was performing for WWE's NXT brand and Baker was establishing her career on the independent circuit. The couple's partnership became one of the most prominent in professional wrestling, marked by mutual support amid their demanding schedules in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where both signed in 2021. During their time together, Cole and frequently collaborated professionally, including in mixed-tag team matches such as their 2023 bout against and Saraya at , which highlighted their on-screen chemistry and off-screen bond. They also shared insights into their relationship through AEW's All Access docuseries, emphasizing how they balanced with career demands. The pair resided together in , where Baker maintained her dental practice, and they shared their home with several pets, including dogs that became a cherished part of their daily routine. As of their separation, the couple had no children. In October 2024, Cole confirmed that he and had amicably ended their romantic relationship after seven years, stating that they remained close friends who continued to support each other professionally and personally. Following the breakup, Cole relocated to , while stayed in . With Cole stepping away from in-ring competition in mid-2025 due to ongoing concerns, both have prioritized in their personal lives, focusing on individual well-being and maintaining boundaries amid public scrutiny.

Health challenges and advocacy

Cole's tenure with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) beginning in 2021 was marred by recurring health challenges, most notably severe ankle injuries that necessitated multiple surgeries. The issues escalated in September 2022 when he suffered a compound fracture during an event, requiring immediate surgical intervention followed by a second procedure just days later to address further disintegration of the bone. The second surgery incorporated a cadaver bone graft from his hip to stabilize the ankle, as his own bone material had proven insufficient for reconstruction. These injuries sidelined him for over a year, with ongoing recovery efforts extending into 2024 and contributing to persistent mobility concerns. In parallel, Cole has endured a history of concussions, including a significant one sustained in June 2022 at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, which required nearly 10 months of recovery and intensive neurological monitoring. A 2025 medical evaluation highlighted the cumulative impact of these and prior head traumas, exacerbating symptoms and preventing his clearance for competition. This latest , reportedly acquired during a match in the weeks leading up to the event, underscored the long-term risks associated with repeated head impacts in . These health setbacks culminated in Cole stepping away from in-ring competition indefinitely in July 2025, announced after he failed medical clearance for AEW All In. In an emotional address to the audience at the event, he vacated the —held since April 2025—and expressed gratitude while emphasizing the need to prioritize his well-being. was mentioned as a possibility but not confirmed at the time. As of November 2025, Cole remains sidelined due to ongoing concussion-related issues, with AEW having no immediate creative plans for his return but expressing hope for his long-term recovery and involvement. Since stepping away, Cole has engaged in advocacy efforts focused on wrestler wellness, partnering with concussion research organizations to support studies on and recovery in combat sports. He has also participated in engagements at 2025 wrestling conventions, sharing his experiences to promote greater awareness of injury risks and the importance of medical protocols in the industry.

Championships and accomplishments

Major championship reigns

Adam Cole's tenure as a top-tier competitor in is marked by several prestigious world and trios title reigns across multiple promotions, where he demonstrated exceptional longevity and defensive prowess. His first major championship reign came in (ROH), where he captured the on September 20, 2013, by defeating for the vacant title at XI in , . Cole held the title for 275 days, the longest of his three reigns, successfully defending it 13 times against notable challengers including Kevin Steen, , and before losing it to Elgin on June 22, 2014, at Best in the World in Baltimore, Maryland. This reign solidified Cole's status as ROH's top star and contributed to his record as the only three-time champion in the company's history. Cole's second ROH World Championship reign began on August 19, 2016, when he defeated at XIV in , , becoming the third wrestler to regain the title. Lasting 105 days, this reign featured defenses against opponents like and , ending on December 2, 2016, in a loss to longtime rival at in . His third and final ROH World Championship victory occurred on January 4, 2017, defeating at New Japan Pro-Wrestling's in Tokyo, Japan—the first ROH title change outside . This 65-day reign included defenses against and before Cole dropped the title to on March 10, 2017, at the 15th Anniversary Show in , . Across his three ROH World Championship reigns, Cole accumulated 445 days as champion, emphasizing his dominance in the promotion from 2013 to 2017. In (PWG), Cole secured the on December 1, 2012, defeating Tommy End at Mystery Vortex in Reseda, California. This reign lasted a record-setting 538 days—the longest in PWG history—during which Cole made seven successful defenses against challengers such as , , and , showcasing his technical mastery and persona. The title run ended on May 23, 2014, in a loss to Kevin Steen (now ) at PWG's Eleventh Anniversary Show, capping a period that elevated PWG's status on the independent scene. In WWE's NXT brand, Cole became the inaugural NXT North American Champion on April 7, 2018, winning a ladder match at NXT TakeOver: New Orleans. He held the title for 133 days before losing it to Ricochet on August 18, 2018, at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn IV. Cole won the NXT Championship on June 1, 2019, at NXT TakeOver: XXV in Bridgeport, Connecticut, by defeating Johnny Gargano in the main event. Recognized by WWE as lasting 403 days due to broadcast scheduling, this reign (calculated as 396 days from event to event) stands as the longest in NXT Championship history, surpassing Finn Bálor's previous record of 292 days. Cole defended the title 13 times, including high-profile matches against Gargano in a rematch, Matt Riddle, Pete Dunne at Survivor Series 2019, Tommaso Ciampa, and Keith Lee, often with interference from his Undisputed Era stablemates. The reign concluded on July 8, 2020, when Keith Lee defeated him in a Winner Takes All match for both the NXT and NXT North American Championships at The Great American Bash Night 2 (WWE Performance Center, Orlando, Florida). In (AEW), Cole captured the on April 7, 2025, defeating Daniel Garcia at Dynasty. His reign lasted approximately 96 days before vacating the title in July 2025 at All In: Texas due to concussion-related health issues.

Other achievements and awards

Throughout his professional wrestling career, Adam Cole achieved several notable non-championship honors, including tournament victories that highlighted his technical prowess and endurance in high-stakes competition. In 2011, Cole emerged victorious in Ring of Honor's (ROH) Survival of the Fittest tournament, a multi-man elimination match held over two nights in , , where he outlasted competitors such as the , Mike Bennett, and to secure the win on November 11. Three years later, in 2014, Cole repeated his success by winning the tournament for a second time during the event's Night 2 on November 8 in , eliminating , Hanson, , , and in the final five-man match to earn a future opportunity. Cole also claimed the 2012 Battle of the Los Angeles tournament in (PWG), defeating a field of international talent including El Generico, Eddie Edwards, , and in the finals on September 2 in Reseda, , which granted him a match against Kevin Steen later that year. In recognition of his overall impact, Cole was named the 2019 Wrestler of the Year by , an accolade reflecting his dominant performances in WWE's NXT brand, including multiple five-star matches as rated by the .

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