Matt Riddle was fired from UFC under controversial circumstances. His frequent use of marijuana for its medical and recreational purposes contributed to his release.
Dana White spoke to BarstoolSports.com, where he talked about Matt Riddle. He is happy that Riddle is successful in WWE and has no animosity towards him, but he does not regret firing Riddle from UFC. Here is what he said:
“I’ve heard interviews with Matt Riddle and he’s very fired up about being let go and everything,” White said. “At that place and time where we were, it was the right move. But I’m happy for him. I’m happy he’s been successful and he’s doing well. I don’t wish the kid any ill will.”
“I don’t hate Matt Riddle or dislike Matt Riddle in any way. I know he feels the opposite, as he should. But I don’t wish him any ill will or anything like that, but no, I don’t regret the decision I made at that time.”
Matt Riddle certainly caught word of this and then took to Instagram in order to let everyone know what he feels regarding the situation.
“Dana I’m not mad that you fired me I’m mad because you’re a heartless moron with to much money and power and felt the need to call me a loser after you fired me when I was on a 4 fight win streak and had my 3rd child almost bankrupting me. Also to say it was the right call to fire me is the dumbest thing ever, you literally tried to ruin my career/life because your a little bald bitch that couldn’t control me, so stop lying it’s sad bro.”
Riddle is currently scheduled to face Adam Cole for the NXT Championship on the October 2nd episode of NXT.
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