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Matt Cardona Reclaims His Name on SmackDown

Cardona returned on SmackDown as Kit Wilson’s mystery opponent, officially shedding the Zack Ryder name. Released in 2020, Cardona rebuilt himself across GCW, NWA, AEW, ROH, and TNA, winning multiple titles. After a brief Ryder-labeled cameo last year, WWE now recognizes him as Cardona, launching new “I’m Not Finished” merchandise.