Matt Cardona, a recently returned WWE Superstar, has set his sights on the Undisputed Championship. After expressing his aspirations to then-champion Cody Rhodes, Cardona has now shared a heartfelt message with his fans.
Taking to social media, the former Zack Ryder posted a side-by-side image of himself from his childhood days and his present-day appearance on SmackDown. In both pictures, he strikes the same pose, symbolizing his journey from humble beginnings to the grand stage of WWE.
Captioning the post, Cardona wrote, “From the backyard to #SmackDown! Follow your dreams…they don’t have an expiration date.”
Cardona made his WWE return on the first episode of SmackDown this year, where he defeated Kit Wilson in an impressive comeback match. He also participated in the Last Time is Now Tournament against LA Knight before officially signing a contract with the Stamford-based promotion.
However, Cardona’s return to WWE meant relinquishing the ACW World Championship, which he still held prior to his comeback. Scheduled to defend the title against Mike Santana at the ACW Poughkeepsie Rumble on January 3, 2026, Cardona announced via a pre-taped video that he would vacate the title due to signing with WWE. He expressed gratitude towards the ACW fans and praised the promotion as one of the best on the indie circuit.
Richard Holliday emerged as the new ACW World Champion after winning the Poughkeepsie Rumble, leaving fans curious to see if Cardona can now capture a world title in WWE.
As Cardona embarks on his journey to championship glory in WWE, fans eagerly anticipate his future matches and potential title opportunities. With his passion, determination, and unwavering commitment to his dreams, Cardona is poised to make a significant impact in the world of professional wrestling.
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