Matt Riddle has been no stranger to controversies throughout his career, and recent events have kept his name in the headlines. Despite not appearing on WWE television for a few weeks, Riddle has not been granted time off.
Riddle and his wife, Misha Montana, recently announced that they are expecting a baby, which should have been a joyful occasion. However, a few days later, a private and explicit video of the couple leaked online, adding even more attention and scrutiny to Riddle’s situation.
Despite these personal developments, Ringside News has confirmed that Riddle’s absence from WWE television is not related to his wife’s pregnancy. He is still actively participating in WWE live events, indicating that he is not on a hiatus.
During a recent WWE live event in Ft. Myers, Florida, Riddle teamed up with the Alpha Academy and defeated Imperium. This shows that he is still actively working and traveling with the WWE. However, his last match on television was on July 17th, where he was defeated by GUNTHER on RAW.
Matt Riddle’s journey into professional wrestling was a significant career move after leaving the MMA world. He transitioned from the octagon to the wrestling ring, showcasing his skills and charisma on the independent circuit before eventually joining NXT. This change provided new opportunities for Riddle after he was fired from the UFC due to a positive drug test for marijuana.
Currently, WWE is fully focused on preparing for SummerSlam, their major annual event, and it appears that Riddle has not been included in any creative plans for the pay-per-view. This lack of a scheduled match explains why he has not been featured on WWE television recently.
Matt Riddle isn't on television right now, and he's been gone since GUNTHER beat him.
His absence from TV has nothing to do with his personal life. He's still on the road, and working house shows.
— Steve Carrier (@steve_carrier) July 30, 2023
