Former WWE Superstar Matt Riddle is coming to New Japan Pro Wrestling, and the former RAW Tag Team Champion has set his sights on Hiroshi Tanahashi.
In a video shared on social media, Riddle can be seen training and makes the challenge to the NJPW President/NJPW World Television Champion. He said,
“Konichiwa New Japan! Let me introduce myself. My name is Matthew Riddle, the King of Bros. And I’ve got my sights set on Tanahashi-san, the Ace of New Japan. I’ll see you soon, bro.”
Matt Riddle has issued a huge challenge to Hiroshi Tanahashi at New Year Dash!
WATCH NOW: https://t.co/zzVGHtB6qA#njpw #njdash pic.twitter.com/22X8x61ZBI
— NJPW Global (@njpwglobal) January 5, 2024
Addressing Riddle’s challenge, Tanahashi said he has no idea who Riddle is but is open to the challenge once he does research into the former WWE Superstar.
Riddle was released from WWE in September 2023 as part of the first wave of talent releases following the launch of TKO Group Holdings.
Tanahashi captured the NJPW World TV title at Wrestle Kingdom 18. He was announced as NJPW’s acting President last month.
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Former WWE Superstar Matt Riddle is making his way to New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW), and he has his sights set on one of the promotion’s top stars, Hiroshi Tanahashi. In a video shared on social media, Riddle can be seen training and issuing a challenge to Tanahashi, who is not only a renowned wrestler but also the NJPW President and the current NJPW World Television Champion.
Riddle, also known as the “King of Bros,” introduced himself to the NJPW audience and expressed his desire to face off against Tanahashi. He said, “Konichiwa New Japan! Let me introduce myself. My name is Matthew Riddle, the King of Bros. And I’ve got my sights set on Tanahashi-san, the Ace of New Japan. I’ll see you soon, bro.”
The challenge caught the attention of fans and wrestling enthusiasts worldwide. NJPW Global shared the video on Twitter, generating even more buzz around the potential matchup between Riddle and Tanahashi. However, Tanahashi admitted that he was not familiar with Riddle but expressed his openness to the challenge once he does some research on the former WWE Superstar.
Riddle’s journey to NJPW comes after his release from WWE in September 2023. He was among the first wave of talent releases following the launch of TKO Group Holdings. Despite his departure from WWE, Riddle remains a highly regarded and talented wrestler, making his move to NJPW an exciting development for both him and his fans.
Tanahashi, on the other hand, has been making waves in NJPW. He recently captured the NJPW World TV title at Wrestle Kingdom 18 and was announced as NJPW’s acting President last month. With his impressive track record and reputation as one of NJPW’s top stars, a potential match between Tanahashi and Riddle promises to be an intense and highly anticipated showdown.
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In conclusion, Matt Riddle’s arrival in NJPW and his challenge to Hiroshi Tanahashi has created a buzz among wrestling fans. Both Riddle and Tanahashi are highly skilled athletes, and a potential match between them has the potential to be a thrilling encounter. As the wrestling community eagerly awaits further developments, they can rely on eWrestlingNews.com for all the latest updates and news from the world of professional wrestling.