Matt Riddle Calls Wrestling Fans Gullible" and Claims Most Backlash Is Fake

During his interview on TMZs Inside the Ring, Riddle addressed years of online hate, controversial comments, and the backlash hes received from both fans and fellow wrestlers. But in Riddles view, none of it really sticksbecause the rules of cancel culture just dont apply the same way in pro wrestling.

Riddle said being under constant scrutiny comes with the territory, but blamed a lot of the drama on fans who cant tell whats real and whats part of the show.

When asked whether he ever regrets saying things about wrestling fans, Riddle didnt flinch.

Then the topic shifted to cancel culture and whether it affects wrestlers the same way it does actors, influencers, or athletes in other industries.

He was pressed on that pointand Riddle clarified that it depends on a few factors, but overall, the wrestling world exists in a gray area that fans and outsiders dont understand.

Riddle said hes been dealing with years of false narratives and exaggerated backlash, especially during the pandemic when fans were stuck at home with nothing better to do.

He also blasted indie promoters and wrestling companies that dont hold up their end of contracts, adding that hes expected to show up on time and perform, but when others drop the ball, they face zero consequences.

Riddle then spoke on how wrestling itself is misunderstood by the outside world:

By the end of the segment, Riddle didnt apologize for anything hes said in the pastand made it clear he has zero regrets.

Matt Riddle made one thing clear: if you cant handle his brand of honesty, you probably dont belong in his world.