Just a few days ago, news broke that Matt Cardona was forced to cancel dates with independent promoters due to a torn pectoral muscle, necessitating surgery to address the injury.
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Earlier today, Cardona underwent surgery, and he took to social media to share the news of its success:
“Surgery done. The road to recovery starts now. Thanks to all who reached out. Thanks to @ImChelseaGreen for being by my side. Thanks to @DarylOsbahrMD for fixing me. You can’t kill me…I’m already dead.”
The former Zack Ryder has enjoyed considerable success on the independent circuit since his departure from WWE four years ago.
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In the past month alone, he made a surprise appearance on AEW Collision, challenging Adam Copeland to a TNT championship match, while also engaging in an angle in the TNA Knockouts division.
Here’s to hoping for a smooth recovery for Cardona, with expectations of seeing the Indy God and Deathmatch King return, stronger than ever, by the end of the year.