AEW Star Gives Overlooked Title Reign a Surprising “A” Grade

Adam Cole’s current run as TNT Champion hasn’t made as many headlines as some of his past accolades, but that doesn’t mean he’s not proud of the work he’s put in.

Since capturing the title, Cole has steadily defended it against high-caliber opponents, even if his reign has flown under the radar for many AEW fans.

Adam Cole Proudly Reflects on His AEW TNT Championship Run

In a new interview with Righteous Reg and Phil Lindsay on Fightful’s Grapsody podcast, Adam Cole was asked to grade his current title reign, and he didn’t hold back.

“I’m very proud of the defenses that I’ve had. Whether it was against Josh Alexander, Claudio, the Kyle match didn’t end the way I wanted to and ended in a disqualification, but as far as me holding onto this championship, being proud of this championship, and looking into the future of all the title defenses I want to have, I’m giving myself an A,” Cole said.

He added, “I take full pride in being a champion. I’m not focused on anything else right now except for being TNT Champion. I am thinking about my boys in the Paragon as well, but as far as championship gold, I’m just focused on that. We’re in the process, and this thing is just getting kick-started.”

Cole also looked ahead to the future: “After I beat Kyle, I’m going to focus on my next challenger, whether it’s other members of the Don Callis Family or people I’m not even thinking of. I’m ready to defend this title against anyone and everyone.” [H/T Fightful]

Adam Cole won the TNT Championship earlier this year at AEW Dynasty 2025, defeating Daniel Garcia in a hard-hitting match. He is set to defend the title against Kyle Fletcher at AEW All In: Texas on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Globe Life Field in Arlington.