Matt Cardona is making waves in AEW and ROH, even without walking away with the gold. The former WWE star shocked fans with his surprise appearance on AEW Rampage, where he was announced as the challenger for Chris Jerichos ROH World Championship at Final Battle.
Although Jericho retained his title in their showdown at the Hammerstein Ballroom, Cardona had something else to celebratehis shirt became the top seller on AEW Shop. Taking to Twitter, Cardona shared his excitement with fans, writing, We did it. Thank you! Top selling shirt on @ShopAEW! Go get it now! @aew @ringofhonor.
Cardonas success in merchandise sales highlights his ability to connect with fans, even in brief appearances. His Final Battle match marked a significant moment in his career as he transitioned into the AEW and ROH scene, sparking conversations about his future in the promotion. Reports surfaced before the event that Cardona had been offered a contract, leaving fans eager to see whats next for the self-proclaimed Indy God.
Cardonas rise in AEW and ROH proves hes not just about the matcheshes a brand, and the fans are clearly buying in. Whether hes destined for a long-term deal or just leaving his mark as a free agent, one things for sure: Matt Cardona knows how to keep the wrestling world talking.
What do you think about Matt Cardonas AEW run so far? Should he make AEW and ROH his permanent home? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
