Why Edge Should Beat Finn Balor At WrestleMania 39 (& Why Balor Should Win)

Edge and Finn Balor are set to settle their nearly year-long feud at WrestleMania 39. It certainly doesn’t feel like it has been a feud that has warranted such a long build, but several absences through storyline injuries have helped things tick along.

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When looking ahead to WrestleMania 39, picking a winner between these two men is certainly a difficult call, as there are reasons for both Edge and Finn Balor being the victor and having their hand raised at the end of the match. Of course, this is all subjective, as some fans will likely think the choice is obvious, but there are at least several arguments and cases to be made.

10 Why Edge Should Win: Babyface Redemption Story

Although Edge began this story as a heel, he developed into a babyface when his Judgment Day faction turned their backs on him and attacked him, instead aligning with Finn Balor. From there, Edge has played the role of the valiant and righteous babyface looking to overcome a dastardly heel faction.

One of the simplest arguments to make for Edge winning is that he is the outnumbered babyface, and in professional wrestling, the most satisfying conclusions often come from the good guy winning for the fans.

9 Why Finn Balor Should Win: Needs A Marquee Career Victory

When it comes to Finn Balor’s time on the main roster, it has mostly felt like a big waste. Due to an injury putting a quick end to his time as the first ever Universal Champion all the way back in 2016, big wins for Balor have become few and far between.

Overcoming Edge on a stage like WrestleMania would feel like a rare marquee victory for him, and it is something he no doubt deserves and needs at this point.

8 Why Edge Should Win: Finn Balor Is The Least Interesting Judgment Day Member

The Judgment Day has been progressively more entertaining as time has gone on, but the likes of Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio, and Damian Priest have proven to be more interesting and entertaining members within the group than Balor.

There is no denying Balor’s talents, but for the most part his involvement feels the least impactful in the group. WWE could be wise to hold off on a win for the Judgment Day, and instead give a win over Edge to someone like Mysterio, who has more long-term potential due to Balor’s age.

7 Why Finn Balor Should Win: Keep Judgment Day Strong

The Judgment Day went from an underwhelming spooky group to a strong act on Raw, and there is a strong argument to be made at making WrestleMania all about them. Rhea Ripley beating Charlotte Flair is the correct choice, as is Dominik Mysterio going over Rey Mysterio.

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Completing a clean sweep with Balor also defeating Edge would build some huge momentum for the group as a whole. WrestleMania could be their true coming out party as a faction.

6 Why Edge Should Win: Won’t Get Many More Big Wins

Edge has made comments about his career potentially coming to an end in the not-so-distant future, so there may not be many opportunities for him to stand tall in a major match, especially at a WrestleMania.

WrestleMania 39 could be his very last, so one last win of the Grandest Stage Of Them All would be a nice way to close out his legacy at the event, which has seen him do battle with the likes of the Hardy Boyz, The Undertaker, John Cena, Chris Jericho, and more.

5 Why Finn Balor Should Win: Edge Won The Last Battle

Edge and Finn Balor have gone back and forth with victories throughout this feud. Although Finn Balor won their ‘I Quit’ match at Extreme Rules last year, it is Edge who currently holds the most recent victory.

Edge and Beth Phoenix gained the win at Elimination Chamber in a mixed tag match against Balor and Rhea Ripley. Based on a lot of professional wrestling logic, Balor should be getting a win back at WrestleMania 39.

4 Why Edge Should Win: One Final WWE Title Push

If Edge wins at WrestleMania, then he has momentum on his side to perhaps push for one last world title run. There is an expectation for WWE to split the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship back into two belts, meaning that more people can become a champion again.

If this is the case, then seeing Edge finally win back a world title after being forced to vacate his back in 2011 would be a great way to complete his comeback journey. However, if he loses to Balor, then it feels as though he won’t have the standing or momentum to go for it.

3 Why Finn Balor Should Win: Last Chance At Main Event Push

There is a similar argument to be made for Balor when it comes to winning. Balor has been close to the main event at times but has never been able to have even a stint of a few months at the top of the card.

A big win over Edge could push him to being one of the top heels on Raw. He would be a great challenger for Cody Rhodes if he is to win the Undisputed Championship at WrestleMania. This really does feel like a last chance for Balor to get a strong push, because a loss would signal one too many failures.

2 Why Edge Should Win: Set Up For A Strong Retirement Run

As noted, Edge could be retiring in 2023, and a win over Balor would allow him to set up a strong retirement run. It would give him momentum ahead of potential matches against others on the card he hasn't managed to wrestle throughout his most recent run.

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Gaining some big wins over the next few months would make it mean much more if he is to lose his retirement match, going out on his back and giving a big run to someone fresh and new.

1 Why Finn Balor Should Win: Full-Time Performer

One of the biggest reasons for a Balor win is the fact that he is a full-time wrestler and Edge isn’t. For too long WWE has constantly given older and part-time stars big victories.

There is a chance that Edge once again goes on an absence after WrestleMania, so investing in someone who will be on full-time television is the correct decision in most cases.