Kenny Omega's long reign as AEW World Champion will go down as one of his greatest achievements in what has been one of the most decorated careers in wrestling history. His feud with 'Hangman' Adam Page has defined AEW's first couple of years, with Omega playing the perfect villain for the 'Anxious Millenial Cowboy' to conquer.

Like 'Hangman' Page, Adam Cole is someone that could benefit hugely from feuding with Kenny Omega, as he is bound to be a future world champion as well. The fate of The Elite will have to be decided when Omega returns from injury, as Cole clearly feels that he can usurp Kenny as the group's top star.

A potential Adam Cole versus Kenny Omega feud could be the most impressive from the company to date from both a storyline and in-ring perspective. The ramifications from a potential blow-up of The Elite and a series of matches involving the likes of Cole, Omega, the Young Bucks, and more stars from AEW and beyond is very enticing.

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Who Is The True Leader Of The Elite?

Leadership changes have been a part of The Elite's history stemming all the way back to the group's time in New Japan as part of the Bullet Club. Kenny Omega usurped AJ Styles as leader of the Bullet Club in 2016, whilst he also orchestrated Adam Cole's storyline exit from the faction when he left for NXT in 2017.

Currently, Cole has taken over as leader of The Elite whilst Omega takes time off to deal with his injuries, so the groundwork for a potential feud between the pair has already been laid. Given how long Kenny is expected to be out of action, Adam Cole has more than enough time to establish himself as The Elite's top star and undermine Omega by becoming even closer to the Young Bucks.

When Omega does return, it will likely be to a resoundingly positive reaction from the fans, which will incite a face turn for the 'Best Bout Machine.' This will make a Cole versus Omega feel more organic, with fans hopefully being all-in on Omega as one of the company's top face acts going forward.

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A Cole Vs. Omega Feud Will Have Serious Ramifications

A Feud between Adam Cole and Kenny Omega would be more than just a series of great matches, as the outcome of it could have wider ramifications within the company. Obviously, the feud will dictate the future of The Elite and whether the Young Bucks will side with Cole or Omega, which will be a huge decision to make in itself.

The outcome of the Cole versus Omega feud will decide more than the leadership of the elite, as both men will likely be in the AEW World Championship picture throughout 2022. Omega has already held the prestigious title, so the feud will do more for establishing Cole as a future World Champion.

Whilst Cole's future as a World Champion is almost certain, Omega's time left in wrestling is definitely not as he has already indicated that retirement is drawing closer for him. If Omega is going to retire in the next few years it is likely that his focus may shift to putting other stars over, which makes the Cole feud even more appropriate.

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The Feud Will Benefit Everyone Involved

Adam Cole and Kenny Omega will be the biggest beneficiaries of this feud, as both men will have a chance to craft one of the most meaningful storylines that AEW has had to date. Kenny Omega can further establish Cole as a main eventer for years to come, which is as good a reason as any to do it.

The feud will also help continue the rich storyline history that The Elite has crafted since before AEW was even around, with the Young Bucks inevitably playing a huge part between Cole and Omega. Ideally, AEW will see the value in turning the Young Bucks face alongside Omega, even if Cole does win the feud (which he should). Cole and the Bucks splitting could even lead to the reformation of the Undisputed Era within AEW, with Bobby Fish already in the company and Kyle O'Reilly appearing to be on his way.

Above all, a feud between Kenny Omega and Adam Cole will be hugely rewarding for the fans, with the in-ring element being genuine dream match material. Executing the feud should be one of AEW's highest priorities going into 2022.