There’s been heavy speculation in regards to independent star Matt Riddle and his future in professional wrestling. After backing out of several independent dates (one of which was on Summerslam weekend), rumors began to spread like wildfire that Riddle could possibly be WWE or New Japan Pro-Wrestling bound soon.
Well, the current EVOLVE Champion confirmed this news when he spoke with Sports Illustrated after working Sunday's Beyond Wrestling Americanrana '18 event, but stated that nothing is official.
"I've been in situations like this before," said Riddle.
"There is nothing official. I've talked to WWE, I've talked to the president of New Japan, and I am confident in where I stand in the world of professional wrestling."
Riddle told Sports Illustrated that he still loves the indies but it's time to move on.
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