Matt Cardona is down, but not out.
Cardona suffered a torn bicep at GCW Downward Spiral and will be out of action for up to five months. Cardona has become one of the top names on the Independent scene and was the reigning NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion, but was forced to relinquish the belt at NWA Alwayz Ready.
Speaking to Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated, Cardona said he hopes to be back in three months and he will keep making the towns.
“My doctor said that the recovery is five months. But my goal is three. I’m still going to be making towns. I’ve contacted every promotion I had booked, and all but two are still bringing me in because they know I sell tickets—and I rescheduled with those other two. I’m not going to be stuck at home injured. I won’t be in the ring, but this isn’t a three-month vacation. I’m just as busy as I was, even with a torn bicep," he said.
Cardona stated that he plans to be back for The Wrestling Showcase on September 3 where he is scheduled to face Tantanka.
“I’m training to be back in time. It fits perfectly in that three-month window, and I want my first match back to be against Tatanka. He can still go. Watching him wrestle makes you think it’s still 1993. And how cool would it be to beat someone whose action figure I had? I’m not trying to prove doubters wrong. I’m trying to prove myself and my believers right. I plan on coming back and winning the Wrestling Showcase tournament. That’s just the start. And if I’m not medically cleared, I’ll have a replacement. Remember, I’m always ready," he stated.
Cardona continues to host his Major Wrestling Figure podcast and is set to be part of Starrcast V.
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