Buddy Matthews Mimics Rhea Ripley’s Entrance at AEW Full Gear

The wrestling power couple Buddy Matthews and Rhea Ripley compete in rival promotions. Despite that, the duo frequently pay homage to each other’s signature styles on television, showcasing their real-life partnership in creative ways.

During the 2024 AEW Full Gear: Ground Zero pre-show, Buddy Matthews of the House of Black faced off against Dante Martin, Komander, and The Beast Mortos in a four-way match. In a heartfelt nod to his wife, WWE superstar Rhea Ripley, Matthews incorporated a signature element of her entrance into his own performance.

As Matthews stepped onto the entrance ramp, he executed Ripley’s iconic stomp, a hallmark of her WWE presentation that has become a signature element in her appearances. This tribute resonated not only with the audience but seemingly with Matthews himself, as it set the tone for his eventual victory.

In a hard-fought match, Matthews secured the win after breaking Dante Martin’s Frog Splash pin attempt on Mortos with a decisive Curbstomp, followed by a successful pinfall on Martin. His victory brought a touch of Rhea Ripley’s spirit into the AEW arena, bridging their two worlds in a meaningful way.

With Matthews finding success while channelling the essence of his wife’s persona, it remains to be seen if he will continue to draw inspiration from “Mami” in his AEW career.

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