Former WWE Superstar Ricochet is one of the most talented and brilliant wrestlers to ever step in the wrestling ring. He made his debut in 2018 and then went on to become a one-time WWE NXT Champion, Intercontinental Champion and United States Champion. However, despite being known for his high-flying abilities, Ricochet was never booked in a WWE title match, and although he had incredible moves, he was always placed as a mid-card wrestler. On several occasions, Ricochet displayed skills that seemed impossible for any other superstar to replicate.
Vince expressed surprise at his move
Ricochet recently revealed that he never received much recognition for his incredible moves. Instead, he was often told to tone it down. During a recent appearance on Talk is Jericho, Ricochet shared an incident where former WWE Champion Vince McMahon expressed surprise at a move he did, even comparing it to John Cena’s abilities. The incident took place during a match against the heel group Retribution, which included Mustafa Ali, T-Bar, Mace, Slapjack, and Retaliation. Despite losing the match, one of the moves Ricochet performed caught Vince’s attention.
I remember when I came back everyone’s like, ‘Oh, it’s great,’ and then, I remember Vince being like, ‘Yeah that was too spectacular. John Cena couldn’t even do that.’ In my mind, I’m thinking, well no. No he can’t do that. He literally can’t do that. I understand. I agree with you,” said Ricochet.
The former WWE superstar considered talking his boss
Ricochet admitted that Vince McMahon’s strange comment confused him. He considered talking to Vince about it in detail, but ultimately decided against it, fearing it would lead to an argument with his boss, which he definitely wanted to avoid.
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“So I just say, ‘Okay…’ What am I gonna do, start an argument with Vince? No,” said the former WWE superstar. He requested his release from the company after his contract expired in July 2024. After leaving WWE, he made his debut in Tony Khan’s promotion, AEW, on August 25, 2024, at the company’s biggest PPV event, All In.
