There’s no question that after reports he will likely be heading to WWE (read more on that here), Matt Riddle has become the most talked about independent star this week. Riddle of course pulled out of appearances during SummerSlam weekend on August 18th and 19th, leading to speculation that he either has or will be signing with the company and possibly making an appearance at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn like we’ve seen other recent signees do in the past (such as Bobby Roode and more recently, Keith Lee).

Riddle spoke about having a decision to make when he appeared on this week’s episode of X-Pac 12360 (check that out here), stating the following:

“I am in a really good position right now, I work with Evolve on a regular basis and they have a great relationship with WWE and other companies as well. Zack Saber Jr. worked with us, New Japan…I’ve been fortunate enough to travel the world and wrestle guys from New Japan, Ring of Honor, especially Progress and still wrestling WWE guys. I’m in a really good spot. The last couple of years you {Sean Waltman} helped me out a lot too but you know how granted they took issues with my past… I was kinda stuck but from what I’ve gathered, what I’ve heard from everybody, everybody is at the point where they all want me and they’re all willing to work with me. I think they’re all big fans of Matt Riddle. And I think it’s my time to make the right decision, do it and let’s see what happens.”

It was reported via The Wrestling Observer that New Japan Pro Wrestling was also very interested in signing Riddle, however today it appears as if his decision may have been spoiled. Combat Zone Wrestling, who will have Riddle for an event in New Jersey Saturday evening, posted the following graphic to promote Riddle’s appearance that was very quickly taken down and edited:

EA’s Take: I have labeled this as “rumors” even though all signs are pointing to Riddle being WWE-bound, so allow me to explain why. Obviously, CZW is aware of all the talk about his future and while this can be seen as confirmation, it’s also very much possible they’re simply using it to help promote their own event. Is it likely? I mean, probably not, but you never really know. Basically, this is me covering my own backside on the off-chance that’s the case.

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