Matt Cardona has thrown his support behind Scott D’Amore following his controversial departure from TNA Wrestling.
D’Amore was let go from TNA earlier this month. He has been replaced by Anthem’s Anthony Ciccone in an effort by Anthem to be closer to TNA.
On Twitter, Cardona shared his appreciation to D’Amore for giving him an opportunity in TNA (Impact Wrestling at the time) following Matt’s WWE release in 2020.
.@ScottDAmore gave me an opportunity during the pandemic when WWE fired me and AEW didn’t want me.
Being in Impact gave me my confidence back and I was able to go on and become the Deathmatch King and Indy God and more successful than I’ve ever been. #WeWantScott https://t.co/hjPo681YvE
— Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) February 15, 2024
In addition to Cardona, TNA’s roster has written a letter to Anthem expressing how much D’Amore means to them and why they should reconsider firing him.
Matt Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder in WWE, has shown his support for Scott D’Amore following D’Amore’s controversial departure from TNA Wrestling. D’Amore was recently let go from TNA, with Anthem appointing Anthony Ciccone as his replacement in an effort to bring the company closer to TNA.
Taking to Twitter, Cardona expressed his gratitude to D’Amore for giving him an opportunity in TNA (known as Impact Wrestling at the time) after his release from WWE in 2020. Cardona stated that being in Impact Wrestling helped him regain his confidence and allowed him to become more successful than ever before. He even referred to himself as the “Deathmatch King” and “Indy God.”
Cardona’s tweet read, “.@ScottDAmore gave me an opportunity during the pandemic when WWE fired me and AEW didn’t want me. Being in Impact gave me my confidence back and I was able to go on and become the Deathmatch King and Indy God and more successful than I’ve ever been. #WeWantScott.”
In addition to Cardona’s support, the TNA roster has also shown their solidarity with D’Amore. They have written a letter to Anthem expressing their appreciation for D’Amore and urging the company to reconsider his termination. The letter highlights the impact that D’Amore has had on the roster and emphasizes why he should be retained.
D’Amore’s departure from TNA has sparked controversy within the wrestling community. Many fans and wrestlers alike believe that he played a crucial role in the success of the company and should not have been let go. The outpouring of support from Cardona and the TNA roster demonstrates the high regard in which D’Amore is held.
It remains to be seen how Anthem will respond to the letter and whether they will reconsider their decision regarding D’Amore. The controversy surrounding his departure has certainly generated a lot of attention and discussion within the wrestling industry.
As for Cardona, his time in Impact Wrestling has been a turning point in his career. After leaving WWE, he found success in the independent wrestling scene and became a fan favorite. His support for D’Amore is a testament to the positive impact that D’Amore had on his career and the gratitude he feels towards him.
Overall, the situation surrounding Scott D’Amore’s departure from TNA Wrestling continues to unfold. The support from Matt Cardona and the TNA roster highlights the impact that D’Amore had on the company and the wrestling community as a whole. It remains to be seen what the future holds for D’Amore and TNA, but his contributions will not be forgotten.