Matt Riddle dealt with a lot of hate after it was claimed heintentionally no-showed at Global Wrestling Kingdoms debut eventin the UK, which was a charity event. He was accused of not returning the deposit but it seems hes finally given it back.
Global Wrestling Kingdom took to their Facebook and put out a statement about Matt Riddle. They said Riddle has now paid back his deposit and promised to cover their expenses.
GWK explained their side of the story. Riddles flights were booked and approved by his manager back in April, and no problems were mentioned then. They had planned some seminars for him, but his manager asked if GWK could share the weekend with a promoter in Paris who wanted him on Saturday. GWK agreed, but the Paris promoter later pulled out. GWK said they tried to find him other bookings but couldnt.
After chasing Riddle for months for a promo, they only got one the Wednesday before the show. They wished him a safe flight on Thursday but got no reply. On Friday, they sent him his drivers details, but again got no answer. His driver even waited at the airport for hours. Riddle finally messaged Friday evening, saying he didnt like his flight and had chosen to wrestle elsewhere.
GWK reminded him fans had paid to see him and told him again the show was a charity event, helping Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide and Help 4 Homeless Veterans. They said Riddle didnt respond again until three days after the event.
They also pushed back on his complaints about the flight. GWK showed screenshots proving his ticket included two meals. They said seats are chosen at online check-in, which Riddle hadnt done, and that luggage issues could have been easily fixed with a quick call or message.
Even though they called the situation very disappointing, GWK thanked the fans and wrestlers who did show up. They said the energy was amazing and the crowds huge reaction when Grado came out nearly knocked them out of their chairs.
This comes after Matt Riddle provided his own DMs about the whole matter. The drama between Matt Riddle and Global Wrestling Kingdom has been messy, but at least hes now paid back the money he owed. While doubts about his professionalism still linger, GWK is choosing to show their strong debut show and the wrestlers who delivered in his place.
Whats your take on this situation? Do you think Matt Riddles repayment is enough to restore his credibility, or has the damage already been done? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
