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The Wrestlers’ Tribune: Adam Cole
New Ring of Honor world champion Adam Cole defeated Jay Lethal this past Friday at Death Before Dishonor, ending Lethal’s 427-day run with the title. The victory puts the 27-year-old Cole in exclusive company, as he becomes only the third two-time ROH world champion in the storied history of the company along with Austin Aries and Jay Briscoe. Just days after reclaiming his title, Cole shares the behind-the-scenes meaning of his championship victory.