Quite a few WWE Superstars were released earlier this week and there were some surprising names on the list such as Dolph Ziggler, Elias, Shelton Benjamin, Mustafa Ali and Matt Riddle.
Fightful Select reports that Matt Riddle was not around backstage in WWE prior to his release. Despite rumors claiming otherwise Matt Riddle was never planned for Monday Night Raw on September 18.
Riddle had been off the road with WWE following an incident where he made allegations about an officer at JFK airport which led to an investigation by Port Authority. Matt Riddle was taken off the road, removed from the September 11 Raw, and he was never planned for a return.
Those who spoke on the subject noted that Matt Riddle was not factored into immediate creative plans. He was said to have been in good spirits before he was released. One WWE higher up said that Matt Riddle had burned through too many chances during his time with WWE.
What was your reaction when you found out WWE released Matt Riddle? Sound off in the comments below.
Everyone is talking about Monday Night Raw at the moment as the show is set…
Earlier this year John Cena made a surprise appearance at the Money in the Bank…
Throughout WWE history a number of wrestlers have gone through multiple gimmicks and name changes.…
NXT Deadline kicked off with a big match as the men's Iron Survivor Challenge opened…
The NXT Deadline premium live event took place on Saturday night and the men's Iron…
Over the last few years there have been a number of stars to watch in…