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2 hours ago
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Update On Why Wardlow Has Not Returned To AEW TV
Wardlow has been missing from AEW television, and it appears it's for a few reasons. AEW star Wardlow has not been on television for over a year. His last match was a world title match against Samoa Joe on the 'Big Business' episode of Dynamite in March 2024. According to Fightful (via Fightful Select), Wardlow suffered what was believed to be a torn labrum injury sometime in the spring of 2024. Advertisement He was later involved in a car accident, which he wrote about in April 2024. Fightful stressed that the accident did not cause the injury, but made it worse. During an appearance on the Stick to Wrestling Podcast, Matt Taven said Wardlow had been dealing with a 'knee injury.' However, Fightful's report did not mention any other injuries besides the initial one. Wardlow also landed a significant acting role In addition, Wardlow landed what was described as a 'very appropriate and special' television role earlier this year. In March, it was reported that the former TNT Champion was backstage at AEW Revolution. Despite that, he was not planned on being used due to recovering from the injury and working on outside projects. He is cleared to compete now, but he met with Tony Khan, and both sides agreed that bringing him back to TV didn't make sense yet since he'd have to leave again for the TV role. Advertisement Wardlow has a 'significant amount of time' left on his AEW contract and is expected to be with AEW for a long time. 'Mr. Mayhem' has been with AEW since 2019 and had a lengthy run as MJF's bodyguard. After turning on MJF, he then won the TNT Championship three times, with the last reign coming in 2023. Wardlow later joined the Undisputed Kingdom, and he was with the group until his AEW hiatus began. The post Update On Why Wardlow Has Not Returned To AEW TV appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Indie Wrestling Icon Matt Cardona Addresses WWE Return
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Matt Cardona remains one of the best stories of persistence and dedication in professional wrestling. More Pro Wrestling: Recently Released Superstar Working With WWE Again After 15 years in WWE and getting himself over with the crowd through social media, Cardona became an even bigger star on the independent scene, proving that you don't need WWE to be a successful wrestler. This was just supposed to be my comeback from injury video, but it's so much more than that…It's my career video…My LIFE video. The office has counted me out. The fans have counted me out. I've even counted myself out! But I always come back. It's not over until I quit…and… — Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) September 23, 2024 Still, questions will always arise whether Cordona will return to WWE and potentially team with his wife, inaugural Women's United States Champion Chelsea Green. March 30, 2024 - Matt Cordona answers Adam Copeland's open challenge for the TNT Championship on AEW Collision. March 30, 2024 - Matt Cordona answers Adam Copeland's open challenge for the TNT Championship on AEW Collision. Ricky Havlik/AEW In a recent interview with Chris Van Vliet, Cordona revealed that he is surprised that he has not returned to WWE since he was released in 2020. "Honestly? Yeah," Cordona said. "But, obviously, you know, I'm missing something. I don't know what it is. "Listen, people say to me all the time, especially like we just had WrestleMania, WrestleCon... Probably every other fan [asked me] when are you coming back? Well, it's not up to me. You know? Or at the WrestleMania many people from the office or other wrestlers are like, hey man, when are you coming back? It's like, I don't know." Cordona then revealed that, not only would he be interested in returning, but he has reached out to WWE multiple times. "I've reached out many times," Cordona said. "I shouldn't say many, a few times, every couple of months when something cool happens or I have something to say, hey look what I'm doing. There's been no very nice, professional, but there's no offer. And you know what, it is what it is. I'm gonna keep working my ass off." More Pro Wrestling: WWE Superstar Undergoes Dramatic Character Change The work has paid off. Cordona is easily one of the most beloved and respected wrestlers working today, known particularly for his consistent in-ring performance and incredible work ethic in and out of the ring. Within WWE, Cordona utilized YouTube and social media to get himself over as Zack Ryder. This would eventually lead to him winning the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 32. Cordona also won the United States Championship once and the WWE Tag Team Championship twice with Curt Hawkins. Since WWE, Cordona has gone on to win titles with at least 18 different promotions and has performed in AEW, TNA, GCW, and NWA, to name a few. More Pro Wrestling: Wrestling Legend Jim Ross Diagnosed With Cancer WWE Tag Team Unexpectedly Breaks Up For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former AEW Star Makes Surprising Return on 'WWE Monday Night Raw'
A former AEW champion resurfaced on WWE TV during "Monday Night Raw." The episodes of "WWE Raw" after "WrestleMania" have been known to deliver some surprises and memorable moments. Brock Lesnar's return to WWE in 2012 is a popular example of how unique "Monday Night Raw" can be in the aftermath of the biggest wrestling show of the year. Advertisement That tradition continued on Monday. Rusev has appeared on WWE programming for the first time since 2020. Rusev interrupted what would've been a World Tag Team Championship match between The New Day and Alpha Academy. Rusev attacked Otis and Tozawa before the match could begin. He delivered a big boot to Otis and applied the Accolade submission. After his first WWE run ended due to being released, Rusev joined AEW, where he was known as Miro. During his time with the company, he had a run with the TNT Championship. While many felt Rusev could be elevated up the card in AEW, his title reign ended up being the peak of his time with the promotion. Advertisement In February, Rusev was granted his release from AEW. Around the same time, Ricky Saints and Malakai Black also parted ways with the company. Saints has since become a champion on the "WWE NXT" brand, while Black is reportedly making his WWE return soon. Related: 'WWE Raw' Spoiler Results: Aftermath of 'WrestleMania 41'
Yahoo
12-04-2025
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Adam Cole Gives His First Thoughts As AEW TNT Champion
Adam Cole reflects on winning the TNT Championship at AEW Dynasty. Adam Cole, the new TNT Champion, opened up about his emotional title win at AEW Dynasty 2025, which took place at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Cole challenged Daniel Garcia in a no-time-limit, no-outside-interference match and walked away with his first singles title in AEW since joining the company in 2021. Advertisement During the AEW Dynasty Post Show Media Scrum, Adam Cole responded to a question about what it meant to win the championship in Philadelphia on the 17th anniversary of his pro wrestling debut. He said the moment ranked among the most meaningful in his entire career. 'God. So, again, anytime there's any sort of anniversary for me in wrestling specifically, you go back and reminisce on the most special and important moments of your career and this one has gotta be toward the top. I mean, just considering the past few years and the struggles I've gone through with the head injuries, and then, six months later, my ankle exploded.' 'That took over a year to come back from. So mentally, it was really discouraging. And then to fast forward April 6, 2008, I had my very first match here in Philadelphia. And now, to fast forward to April 6, 2025, and win my first singles championship in AEW, against a guy I really respect in Danny Garcia it was incredibly special. I'll never forget it.' Catch up on everything that went down at AEW Dynasty here. Britt Baker reacts to Adam Cole's TNT title win at AEW Dynasty Adam Cole captured his first singles title in AEW at Dynasty, defeating Daniel Garcia in a hard-fought match. He secured the victory by hitting Garcia with back-to-back Panama City Sunrises, followed by a knee strike with his exposed knee to seal the win. Advertisement Former AEW Women's Champion Britt Baker, who was in a relationship with Cole for several years before their split last year, reacted to his big moment. Despite their breakup, the two have remained close friends, and Baker showed her support by sharing a post with a clapping hands emoji. Related: Adam Cole Is Fully Confident The Best Years Of His Career Are Ahead If you use these quotes, please credit the original source and link back to WrestleZone with an h/t for the transcription. The post Adam Cole Gives His First Thoughts As AEW TNT Champion appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Adam Cole Teases Witcher-Inspired Gear For AEW Dynasty
Photo Credit: AEW Adam Cole is teasing another video game inspired attire for his TNT Championship match against Daniel Garcia at AEW Dynasty. Ahead of AEW Dynasty this Sunday, Adam Cole took to social media to tease his Witcher-inspired gear that he'll wear against Daniel Garcia this Sunday, tweeting out: Advertisement 'April 6, 2025 is my 17 year wrestling anniversary…and in Philadelphia. Where it all started for me. 17 years filled with the highest highs, and some definite lows. I've never felt more ready for Sunday. Garcia…Hunt or be Hunted. #AEWDynasty,' Adam Cole said in a post. You can check out a preview of Cole's attire in the embedded post below: This isn't the first time Cole has had video game-inspired wrestling gear. In the past he has come out as Handsome Jack from Borderlands and Master Chief from Halo. WrestleZone will have live coverage of AEW Dynasty as it airs this Sunday evening. READ MORE: Adam Cole Is Fully Confident The Best Years Of His Career Are Ahead Advertisement What do you make of Adam Cole's new Witcher-inspired gear? Do you think he'll capture the TNT Championship this Sunday at AEW Dynasty? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Adam Cole Teases Witcher-Inspired Gear For AEW Dynasty appeared first on Wrestlezone.
