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Former Star Set for WWE In-Ring Return After 5 Years

Former Star Set for WWE In-Ring Return After 5 Years

Summary

Matt Cardona will return to WWE for his first match in over five years. He will face Josh Briggs on an upcoming episode of NXT. Cardona, now with TNA, builds on his recent appearances on NXT after leaving WWE in 2020.

Key Facts

  • Matt Cardona's return match to WWE is scheduled for the NXT show on October 14.
  • Cardona, who was known as Zack Ryder in WWE, left the company in April 2020.
  • He has since joined TNA and competed in promotions like AEW.
  • Cardona recently appeared on NXT and created a storyline rivalry with Josh Briggs.
  • His last WWE match occurred on March 9, 2020, against Bobby Lashley.
  • The match with Briggs stems from an incident where Cardona interfered in a qualifying match.
  • TNA dominated the recent NXT vs. TNA Showdown, gaining momentum against WWE.

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