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• Chelsea Green Says Matt Cardona Deserves WWE Return
This week marks five years since Matt Cardona was released from WWE but his wife Chelsea Green is ready to see him brought back. On a recent edition of the “Insight” podcast, Green shared her hope that Cardona, fka Zack Ryder, will be a WWE Superstar again one day. She said, “We’re waiting. It’s gonna […] The post Chelsea Green Says Matt Cardona Deserves WWE Return appeared first...2025
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• Chelsea Green Hopes For Matt Cardona’s WWE Return
The post Chelsea Green Hopes For Matt Cardona’s WWE Return first appeared on PWMania - Wrestling News.During her appearance on Insight With Chris Van Vliet, WWE Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green spoke candidly about her husband, Matt Cardona, and the growing speculation around his potential return to WWE. “We’re waiting. It’s gonna happen, I hope,” Green stated, revealing her optimism a...2025
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• Chelsea Green Shares Matt Cardona WWE Return Update

A former WWE star is expected to return to the company, with their partner hinting that they’re just waiting for it to happen. Previously Zack Ryder in WWE, Matt Cardona […]...2025
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• Matt Cardona: I’m Biased Because She’s My Hot Wife, But How Is Chelsea Green Not On A Two-Night WrestleMania?!
Of course, Matt Cardona is biased, but he doesn't understand how Chelsea Green isn't scheduled to appear in the two-night WWE WrestleMania 41 spectacular. Chelsea Green is the inaugural WWE United States Champion, but she's currently not scheduled to compete in WWE WrestleMania 41. Matt Cardona is Chelsea's husband and a former WWE Superstar. During his days as Zack Ryder, he knew all about having...2025
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• Steph De Lander: It's Cool That What I've Done Now Surpasses What I Did In WWE As Persia Pirotta
Steph De Lander opens up about leaving Persia Pirotta in the past. Steph De Lander was formerly Persia Pirotta in NXT. She was released by WWE in 2022 and has since thrived in promotions like TNA and GCW. Part of that success can be attributed to her association with Matt Cardona, somebody who knows all about leaving their WWE persona in the past and has repeatedly declared that Zack Ryder is dead...2025
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• D-Von And Matt Cardona React To His Infamous Nick Gage Match

The DeathMatch King. D-Von Dudley Reacts At GCW Homecoming in 2021, the former Zack Ryder had his breakout moment as Matt Cardona when he took on Nick Gage in a DeathMatch. The match ended up being more violent than anyone would’ve thought, and Cardona walked away as GCW Champion. Now, Matt sat down with D-Von […] The post D-Von And Matt Cardona React To His Infamous Nick Gage Match appeared...2025
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• TNA announces Matt Cardona’s opponent in Pick Your Poison

It’s a familiar name but still a big match-up. Even though Steph De Lander will be out of action from neck surgery, that isn’t stopping the feud between Matt Cardona and PCO in TNA. Cardona was in action against Rhino on Impact (Sep. 19, 2024). When Rhino pulled out a chair, that strategy backfired with Cardona hitting him with the foreign object. The referee called for a disqualification. Cardona...2024
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• Matt Cardona: I Want Bobby Lashley
Matt Cardona wants Bobby Lashley. Cardona took to social media on Thursday, August 8 to state that he wants a match with Lashley. Cardona, then know as Zack Ryder, and Lashley last wrestled on an episode of Raw on March 9, 2020. Lashley defeated Ryder in under two minutes. Before that, Cardona and Lashley wrestled at a WWE Live Event in October 2018. Lashley also won that bout. I WANT LASHLEY —...2024
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• Here’s a man who just had surgery for a torn pec

Just a couple of days ago, we learned that Matt Cardona was canceling dates with independent promoters because he suffered a torn pectoral muscle and needed to have surgery to repair the injury. That surgery happened earlier today and it was a success, as you can see in Cardona’s social media post below: Surgery done. The road to recovery starts now. Thanks to all who reached out. Thanks to @Im...2024
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• Matt Cardona headed for surgery to repair a torn pec

The Indy God will be sidelined for a while as a result of the injury. After wrestling his dream match against Adam Copeland on AEW Collision last month, and (kinda) got payback for an infamous stretch of his WWE run as Zack Ryder during WrestleMania weekend in Philadelphia... a bit of bad luck has befallen Matt Cardona. Last night (April 16), Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp posted on X that “several pro...2024
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• Matt Cardona: I Thought It Would Be Edge vs. Hawkins vs. Ryder At WrestleMania 25
Matt Cardona reflects on getting to wrestle his dream match on AEW Collision. On the March 30th edition of AEW Collision, Adam Copeland set a Cope Open Challenge that was answered by a man he knew very well in Matt Cardona, formerly Zack Ryder in WWE. Cardona would be unsuccessful in his TNT Title Challenge, but had achieved his dream match. The former Edgehead took to social media on Sunday morni...2024
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• Matt Cardona: I'll Find My Path Back To WWE, But It's Not My Time Yet
Matt Cardona says it wasn't even a discussion for Chelsea Green about whether she had to go back to WWE. As for himself, he will find his path back there one day. As a pair, Matt Cardona and Chelsea Green were a major act on the independent circuit for the last couple of years. However, Chelsea Green is now once again a WWE Superstar. Currently, she is on the Monday Night Raw roster and antagonizi...2023
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• Matt Cardona Talks Playing His Character On Social Media, Says It's A 'Very Challenging Thing'
Matt Cardona discusses using social media as a pro wrestler. Social media has done both good and bad things for the sport of professional wrestling. While many fans will argue that social media has helped wrestling grown to a new level of popularity, other fans will argue that it has pulled back the curtain a bit too much on the sport. Matt Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder, is considered to b...2023
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"I don’t feel like it’s being cocky to say that if my music hit at the Royal Rumble, whether it be Zack Ryder or Matt Cardona, the place would explode, the roof would go off the place."

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"**One Big Thing:** Matt Cardona, previously known as Zack Ryder, hints at potentially assisting Cody Rhodes during WrestleMania 40, impacting the highly anticipated match against Roman Reigns and The Rock."

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"Natalya does her best Zack Ryder impression."

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"On Tuesday at a WWE event in Providence, Rhode Island, Tom Brady’s favorite target was ringside for Hype Bros Mojo Rawley and Zack Ryder’s tag team match:Things got wild."

• Mercedes Mone Talks Recent Travel Issues, Adam Pearce Reflects On His Journey, More | Fight Size
Here is your fight size update for Saturday, January 18, 2025. Below are the top highlights from the day, the best digital exclusives from around the world of wrestling, and top headlines. - In the latest edition of her Mone Mag, Mercedes Mone reflected on recent travel issues following her excursion to Japan for NJPW Wrestle Dynasty: My travel saga from hell! I was just coming off the high of ...2025
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• Matt Cardona: Chris Jericho Told Me Everything About Zack Ryder Had To Die, He Was Right
Matt Cardona reflects on the inspiration that Chris Jericho has been to him throughout his career and shares some of the advice that Jericho gave him over the years. Matt Cardona wrestled Chris Jericho for the Ring of Honor World Championship at Ring of Honor Final Battle 2024. During his latest YouTube video, Cardona shares some of his thoughts before the match which included reflections on how ...2025
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• Matt Cardona Pitches Potential WWE Return At Royal Rumble 2025
During a recent appearance on “The MMA Hour” podcast, former WWE Superstar Matt Cardona (Zack Ryder) pitched an idea for a potential WWE return at Royal Rumble 2025. You can check out some highlights from the podcast below: On a potential return to WWE: “There’s been communication but no offer in any way. Listen, every […] The post Matt Cardona Pitches Potential WWE Return At Roy...2025
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• Matt Cardona: If My Music Hit At WWE Royal Rumble, The Place Would Explode
Matt Cardona has been one of the top names on the independent scene since his WWE release in 2020, competing in GCW, NWA, REVOLVER, MLW, and more. He's also made appearances on AEW and ROH TV, including challenging Chris Jericho for the ROH World Title at ROH Final Battle. With WWE Royal Rumble around the corner, Ariel Helwani asked Cardona on the MMA Hour about a potential return to WWE. “There...2025
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• John Cena's Top WWE Raw Moments, Shotzi And Scarlett Explore A Haunted Hotel, More | Fight Size
Here's your fight size update for Thursday, January 2, 2025: - Ahead of John Cena's big return, WWE has shared a playlist of his top moments from WWE Raw. Check out the 40-minute retrospective embedded above: - WWE superstars Scarlett and Shotzi take you on a supernatural adventure through the infamous Goldfield Hotel in Tonopah, Nevada. Known for its rich history and terrifying paranormal activit...2025
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• Matt Cardona: I Haven't Been Offered Anything From WWE Or AEW. For Now, I Need To Focus On Being Me
Matt Cardona says he hasn't received any offers from WWE or AEW and is more focused on controlling what he can. Matt Cardona believes his journey on the independent wrestling circuit has transformed him from someone who is "Alwayz Ready" into someone who is "Complete." Still, while he is more ready than ever to ply his trade on a major stage for WWE or AEW, the offers have yet to come in. Speaki...2024
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• Free Agent Star Wants To End Career In WWE
Following his recent return to TNA Wrestling, free agent star Matt Cardona wants to end his career in WWE. In 2020, Matt Cardona, then known as Zack Ryder, was released […]...2024
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• Matt Cardona: I Want Bobby Lashley
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• Matt Cardona Reflects On Anniversary Of WWE Release, Thanks His Fans
Matt Cardona prepares to embark on another year of proving himself right. Matt Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder, spent 14 years with WWE before the company released him in a wave of cuts in 2020. Since then, he has reinvented himself on the independent scene. Cardona transformed into the Deathmatch King as he defeated Nick Gage to win the GCW World Championship. He later captured the NWA Worl...2024
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• Matt Cardona Answers Adam Copeland's Open Challenge For AEW TNT Title On 3/30 AEW Collision
Matt Cardona remains Alwayz Ready. Adam Copeland brought back his Open Challenge as the AEW TNT Champion, and his first open challenge was answered by his old understudy Matt Cardona. Cardona scored a near fall by countering the spear with the radio silence. Cardona tried to follow up with a spear of his own, but he was cut off with a spear by Copeland. The Deathmatch King! The Indy God! Matt C...2024
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• Matt Cardona Reveals The Origins Of 'Woo Woo Woo' Catchphrase
Matt Cardona explains the origins of his catchphrase while in WWE. During his time in WWE, Cardona would debut the Zack Ryder character which included the 'Woo Woo Woo' catchphrase. The character would get incredibly over with fans, resulting in a significant internet following for the former United States Champion. While speaking to RJ City on Hey! (EW), Cardona discussed the catchphrase and reve...2024
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• Matt Cardona headed for surgery to repair a torn pec
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• Chelsea Green Says Matt Cardona Deserves WWE Return
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• Chelsea Green Hopes For Matt Cardona’s WWE Return
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• Matt Cardona: I’m Biased Because She’s My Hot Wife, But How Is Chelsea Green Not On A Two-Night WrestleMania?!
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• D-Von And Matt Cardona React To His Infamous Nick Gage Match
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• Latest WWE Royal Rumble Spoiler Updates On Potential Surprises, Many Additional Big Names Expected
As WWE’s Royal Rumble weekend unfolds in Indianapolis, several notable names have been spotted at the official WWE hotel, fueling speculation about potential surprise entrants in the highly anticipated matches. Former WWE star Matt Cardona (formerly known as Zack Ryder) was seen at the hotel earlier today. While he is married to current WWE star […] The post Latest WWE Royal Rumble Spo...2025
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• Matt Cardona: If My Music Hit At WWE Royal Rumble, The Place Would Explode
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• Chelsea Green: I Want To See Matt Cardona In WWE More Than Anything I Could Want Out Of My Career
Chelsea Green wants to see Matt Cardona return to WWE. Chelsea Green is making history as the first-ever WWE Women's United States Champion. However, Matt Cardona, her husband is a former WWE United States Champion in his own right. During his time in WWE as Zack Ryder, Cardona also captured the WWE Intercontinental Championship and multiple Tag Team Championships alongside Curt Hawkins (Brian My...2025
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• John Cena's Top WWE Raw Moments, Shotzi And Scarlett Explore A Haunted Hotel, More | Fight Size
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• Nic Nemeth Says Joe Hendry Reminds Him Of 2010 Zack Ryder
Nic Nemeth credits Joe Hendry for his authentic connection to wrestling fans. Joe Hendry won Moment of the Year awards in both TNA and NXT. He is ready to try for the third time in a year to capture the TNA World Title when he faces Nic Nemeth at TNA Genesis 2025. During a recent interview with Shakiel Mahjouri, Nemeth reflected on the positive connection that Hendry has naturally cultivated with ...2025
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• Matt Cardona: I Haven't Been Offered Anything From WWE Or AEW. For Now, I Need To Focus On Being Me
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• Rob Gronkowski Goes Nuts at WWE Event with 'Stay Hyped' Crew
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• Natalya Trolls Chelsea Green With Zack Ryder Impersonation

Natalya does her best Zack Ryder impression. Chelsea Green, however, doesn’t seem to be a fan of it. Monday’s episode of WWE RAW featured a singles match between Tegan Nox and Piper Niven. For this occasion, Niven was accompanied by her tag team partner Chelsea Green, while Nox evened the odds with Natalya in her […] The post Natalya Trolls Chelsea Green With Zack Ryder Impersona...2023
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• Matt Cardona Is Living The Dream, Has Sex With A WWE Diva Every Night
Matt Cardona is living the dream. Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder, has reinvented himself since his WWE release in 2020. He has won the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship, the GCW World Championship, and the IMPACT Digital Media Championship, among other titles. His wife, Chelsea Green, was a key part of his act on the […] The post Matt Cardona Is Living The Dream, Has Sex With A WWE ...2023
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• Matt Cardona: Hornswoggle Used To Sleep In The Bathtub When We Were On The Road
Matt Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder, recalls how he used to save some money when he was on the road in WWE. Speaking with Brandon Walker on Barstool Rasslin’, Cardona jokingly asked if he and Steph De Lander, who was also being interviewed, could leave their bags in the studio so they could go […] The post Matt Cardona: Hornswoggle Used To Sleep In The Bathtub When We Were On Th...2023
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• Matt Cardona: Not Signing With AEW Was Blessing In Disguise; I'd Be On Dark, That's Not What I Want
Matt Cardona reflects on his brief run in AEW and how Cody Rhodes helped him early on in his time on the independent circuit. When WWE released Matt Cardona in 2020, names like Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes had already proven that wrestlers who used to be associated with WWE could reinvent themselves on the independent circuit and make an even greater splash in the wrestling industry. Speaking o...2023
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• Matt Cardona May Support Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40: What This Means

**One Big Thing:** Matt Cardona, previously known as Zack Ryder, hints at potentially assisting Cody Rhodes during WrestleMania 40, impacting the highly anticipated match against Roman Reigns and The Rock. – **Background:** Released by WWE in 2020, Cardona has remained outside the WWE spotlight. Despite this, his connections, notably with Cody Rhodes, might bring him […] The post Matt ...2024
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• Alex Kane: Matt Cardona Is A Hoe, And Not The Good Kind

Alex Kane is not a fan of Matt Cardona. Speaking with MuscleManMalcolm, MLW World Heavyweight Champion Alex Kane shared his opinions on Matt Cardona. Kane took some shots at the former Zack Ryder’s WWE career and said he doesn’t need any weapons to beat the self-proclaimed Deathmatch King. “I am going to beat the brakes […] The post Alex Kane: Matt Cardona Is A Hoe, And Not The G...2023
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• Former WWE Superstar Spotted at Hotel Where Talent Is Staying
Former WWE Superstar Matt Cardona, also known as Zack Ryder, has been spotted at the WWE hotel in Los Angeles this week, sparking rumors of a possible WWE return. However, ......2023
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• Matt Cardona: I’m Biased Because She’s My Hot Wife, But How Is Chelsea Green Not On A Two-Night WrestleMania?!
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• Matt Cardona Isn't Surprised By John Cena's Heel Turn At WWE Elimination Chamber 2025
Were you expecting Matt Cardona to be surprised by John Cena's heel turn? Are you serious, bro? While John Cena's heel turn on Cody Rhodes at WWE Elimination Chamber 2025 shocked a generation of fans and some in attendance in Toronto, one person who Cena has burned in the past isn't at all perplexed by this move. Matt Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder in WWE, caught John Cena making out with...2025
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• John Cena's Top WWE Raw Moments, Shotzi And Scarlett Explore A Haunted Hotel, More | Fight Size
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• Matt Cardona receives help from Zack Ryder to beat long-time rival

Jack Tomlinson’s X Cody Rhodes wasn’t the only one to finish the story at WrestleMania weekend in Philadelphia, PA. Matt Cardona also settled long overdue beef. It was a jam-packed weekend on the professional wrestling scene in Philly with Toni Storm visiting Stardom, Sandman helping Paul Walter Hauser, a contingent of WWE wrestlers at Bloodsport, Mark Briscoe winning the ROH World Champio...2024
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• The Rock/Roman Reigns Segment Passes 3 Million YouTube Views, Best Of Cody Rhodes, More | Fight Size
Here is your fight size update prior to AEW Collision on Saturday, February 3, 2024. - The Rock confronted Roman Reigns at the end of the February 2 episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown, seemingly setting up a match between the two at WrestleMania 40. The YouTube video featuring the full segment has already amassed over 3 million views. However, the analytics of the video suggests that perhaps al...2024
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• Chelsea Green Has Her Fingers Crossed That She’ll Get To Team With Matt Cardona At A WrestleMania
Chelsea Green has a dream for a WrestleMania matchup. The WWE star spoke with Goat Radio about her husband, Matt Cardona, potentially returning to WWE. Cardona, who WWE fans know as Zack Ryder, has been making splashes on the indies, TNA, and NWA since his release from The Fed back in 2020. Green tells the […] The post Chelsea Green Has Her Fingers Crossed That She’ll Get To Team With ...2024
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• Paul Walter Hauser promoted his indie match with Matt Cardona in Emmy acceptance speech

FOX’s YouTube After winning the trophy for his work in ‘Blackbird’, the actor plugged his upcoming Wrestling Revolver showdown with the former Zack Ryder — and made a few other pro wrestling references. The Golden Globe Paul Walter Hauser won for his supporting role in Apple+’s Blackbird was used for an angle in AEW early last year*. Now the Emmy he was awarded for his portrayal of convict...2024
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• Natalya Trolls Chelsea Green With Zack Ryder Impersonation
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• Chelsea Green Doesn’t Appreciate Matt Cardona Training Female Ex WWE Superstar
Matt Cardona and Chelsea Green are in a great relationship, but it seems that there may be an issue. The former Zack Ryder was spotted training Steph De Lander, and ......2023
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