Matt Riddle has revisited a tense backstage encounter with Brock Lesnar, revealing surprising allegations against fellow wrestler Kevin Owens. During an interview with R3 Interviews, Riddle recounted the moment he faced Lesnar at a WWE Royal Rumble event. This confrontation came after years of Riddle publicly challenging Lesnar, leading to a dramatic exchange that has since captured significant attention.
Riddle described how Lesnar physically confronted him backstage, grabbing him by the neck as he entered the hall. “When I got to the Royal Rumble, I was really excited to get in the ring,” Riddle recalled. “All of a sudden, a guy grabs me by the back of the neck when I’m walking into the hall, and I turn around and it’s Brock Lesnar.” Riddle explained that Lesnar’s message was clear: they would never share the ring.
“He pulls me in. He didn’t hurt me, and he just dragged me. It was a, ‘Hey, just want you to know we’ll never work, never get in the ring. Just keep my name out of your mouth,’” Riddle said. Despite the intimidating nature of the encounter, Riddle remained calm, asserting that his previous comments were merely meant to generate interest.
“I told Lesnar, ‘Dude, I’m not gonna force you to do anything you don’t want to do. I was just talking trash,’” he explained. Riddle added that if his words had provoked Lesnar, then his strategy had worked. “And if it got you this worked up, it must have worked, so, yeah, dude, we never had to wrestle or touch or anything if anything you touched me.”
Following the incident, Riddle shared the details with Kevin Owens in the locker room. Shortly thereafter, he claims the story leaked online. “I went to the locker room, and I told, like, Kevin Owens, and then five minutes later, it’s on the Dirt Sheet,” Riddle stated. “So if you ever wonder where news is coming from, bro, that guy just loves to spill beans.”
This revelation adds an unexpected layer to the story, shifting the focus from Riddle’s confrontation with Lesnar to the dynamics of backstage information within wrestling. Riddle’s assertions raise questions about how quickly news circulates in the industry and whether Owens indeed played a role in the leak.
As fans and commentators react to the unfolding situation, opinions diverge on whether Riddle was serious in his accusation or simply joking. The incident highlights the complexities of relationships among wrestlers and the often blurred lines of privacy in the wrestling community.
Riddle concluded his remarks with a note of empathy for Owens, saying, “Hey, hope it gets better, too. Sorry about the injury, bro, I didn’t do it.” This comment adds a layer of camaraderie amidst the tension, showcasing the unique culture of professional wrestling.
As the story develops, it remains to be seen how both Riddle and Owens will navigate the fallout from this incident. Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on the matter, and the broader implications it holds for backstage relationships and media reporting in the wrestling world.
