The intensity of WWE’s Gauntlet Match on Monday night, a pivotal stop on the journey to WrestleMania 40, left its mark on Ricochet, who is now showcasing his physical toll almost twenty-four hours later.
The event, held in Houston, Texas, witnessed Sami Zayn emerge victorious, earning himself a shot at GUNTHER and the Intercontinental Championship on the grand stage of WrestleMania.
Alongside Ricochet, other competitors in the grueling encounter included Chad Gable, Bronson Reed, JD McDonagh, and Shinsuke Nakamura.
Ricochet, known as “The Future Of Flight,” commenced the Gauntlet alongside JD McDonagh, engaging in a fierce battle that spilled in and out of the ring, leaving both wrestlers battered.
Despite securing JD’s elimination with a remarkable Shooting Star Press, Ricochet faced an onslaught from Bronson Reed, culminating in his elimination courtesy of Reed’s devastating Tsunami finisher.
Taking to his Instagram Stories, Ricochet revealed the aftermath of the match, displaying bruises on his upper chest and neck, a testament to the physicality endured in the ring.
As anticipation builds for WrestleMania, where Zayn will face off against GUNTHER, Ricochet’s presence on the event’s card remains uncertain.
Meanwhile, accolades continue to pour in for the accomplished wrestler, with both WWE and AEW stars showering him with praise.
I’m just gonna throw this out there because it’s been on my mind lately for whatever reason. In my opinion, @KingRicochet is literally the best high flyer in history. He’s one of the greatest in ring talents I’ve ever seen or wrestled.
— DIJAK (@DijakWWE) February 18, 2024
Ricochet’s illustrious career, spanning nearly two decades and encompassing stints in various promotions including NJPW, Lucha Underground, and NXT, has earned him widespread admiration and respect within the wrestling community.
NXT’s Dijak recently lauded Ricochet as the greatest high-flyer in the history of the business, a sentiment echoed by AEW’s Matt Sydal.
Ricochet, acknowledging the endorsements from his peers, reaffirmed his dedication to his craft, cementing his status as one of the premier talents in professional wrestling.
As WrestleMania draws near, the wrestling world eagerly awaits the next chapter in Ricochet’s storied career.
