Matt Riddle has stayed busy since departing from WWE last year by working for various promotions, including MLW, NJPW, and independent promotions.
WWE run
After a successful run in NXT and on the main roster, where he also held the Raw Tag Team Titles with Randy Orton, things went downhill for Riddle following Orton being sidelined with a serious back injury as he went to rehab last summer due to substance issues that resulted in failed drug tests.
Last year, Riddle was among the stars to be released by WWE. Riddle’s people had been in talks with several companies.
Talks
While appearing on Sunday Night’s Main Event, Riddle confirmed that he had talks with TNA Wrestling. However, after doing the grinding schedule of WWE, he wanted to take a break from doing weekly TV. He explained that working in MLW and NJPW is different from WWE as those promotions are focused on events rather than weekly TV.
Riddle also discussed his interactions with Vince McMahon while in WWE and the allegations against the former WWE CEO and Chairman in this same interview, which you can check out here.
