Buddy Matthews: Wrestler Makes Most Intense Walk-Out In TV History

[@TheeDeadDoll]

I took “intense walk out” completely wrong. I thought it was gonna be another Grayson Waller situation. 💀 Very nice interview! And he seems very grateful for his job!

[@Meloddities]

You took it as a "walk-off". Understandable 🤣

[@ManishKak]

same lol😆

[@the13th]

To be fair to you I think that is less confusion and more deliberately misleading.. Awesome interview rthough

[@TheeDeadDoll]

@@the13th yeah I was kinda feeling it was a bit click baity too. Lol

[@anthonywrasslin]

​@@TheeDeadDoll it's not really clickbaity. Walk-out is a very popular synonym for entrance. It's used in UFC alot

[@RyanTheKiller254]

Buddy is so underrated as a worker. One of my favorites to watch in modern wrestling.

[@zhougongjin2704]

He got Punked by Roman Reigns..

[@RyanTheKiller254]

@@zhougongjin2704 it happens

[@360entertainment2]

He was in a trios match last year and squared up with Kenny Omega, they didn’t get to lock up much but they had magic together and I’ve been wanting to see more!

[@JoshuaSantell]

🎣 WWE needs this guy. He jus gets it

[@nehemiahpouncey3607]

These things never go well.

[@Jay-b0mb]

Buddy Matthews in a singles run in any company (booked the right way) can totally be a force to be reckoned with! 💪

[@nehemiahpouncey3607]

And he's with Rhea Ripley.

[@Write-Stuff]

YES! This exactly. It hurts to see how poorly wrestlers are booked sometimes. Buddy's still young, though. I'm hopeful his time will come.

[@carlnoble7895]

Buddy Matthew’s is one cool dude!! You are a great wrestler and I enjoy watching you in the ring!!

[@syedhaider0916]

man he looks like a million bucks

[@qiqueqiqi]

Buddy Million Bucks Matthews

[@johncena11475]

@@qiqueqiqilook at the veins on his arms

[@MaxxadTV]

Steroid's are great things

[@Bruh-ys3sx]

@@qiqueqiqiwtf ?

[@CarolynDestruction]

his wife is worth more tho

[@TopJazzCat]

Buddy and Rhea have the greatest serious looks in the world. But outside of the ring (especially when they're together), they look like the most joyful people.

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

Deadly n' Cuddly

[@rebel_au]

That pop in the MCG when he won the title, I'll never forget it. What a moment 🙌

[@emberwolf7727]

Same

[@charlesrickman2659]

Buddy is a badass beast and needs to be champ. Nice dude.

[@psykotisyinc]

Buddy was one of my favs in WWE back when I still watched. Highly underrated and so talented.

[@susanmcavoy9213]

So true!

[@PdZ2012]

Buddy Matthews is on the same level as Kenny Omega and Pac, in my opinion. He never has a bad match.

[@dannyCoolSwag]

You must be a aew fan lol. He's a bum

[@zhougongjin2704]

He got Punked and humbled by Roman Reigns.. Give Reigns props too, if you give Buddy props.. Acknowledge Roman..

[@dannyCoolSwag]

@@zhougongjin2704 cringe

[@360entertainment2]

I loved seeing him square up with Kenny last year during that big Trios match they had, those two had some magic and I want to see more!

[@username-hs3pc]

Same level as Pac but not omega. Omega is a top guy

[@emergentc5398]

Buddy is that guy. Never seen a bad performance from him. In fact, with the limited platform he's been given, he's pound-for-pound one of if not the best wrestler in the world today.

[@User-4-r1t]

Exactly 🏹🎯

[@Jeff_Real355]

The guy might be a top wrestler but he can’t move the needle when it comes to wrestling at all. He’s just another washed Shelton Benjamin

[@emergentc5398]

@@Jeff_Real355 I admit he doesn't move, but he's far from washed. Shelton only came into my radar recently, and I actually like the dude. Another underrated talent.

[@BelartWright]

Yeah, he just needs more opportunities.

[@JoshuaSantell]

I've always wanted a Brock vs buddy or reigns.

[@lonestarfriend]

Buddy looks fantastic. Rhea Ripley is a lucky woman. Seems like a great guy too.

[@username-hs3pc]

They are both lucky lol

[@george.vasilev.reyner1916]

Finally someone admits Rhea is a lucky woman too. That dude's so underrated in every single way.

[@AzraelBloodstorm]

That was a super friendly and incredible interview, thats how these interviews should be done. Dont go on about whether its fake or not or whatever, just respect all round...good work Project

[@Repomidnight]

Buddy totally nailed this interview. This is everything a mainstream wrestling interview should be. Helps being an Aussie in Australia of course.

[@pvdoug]

I am a wrestling fan in Los Angeles California and have watched Buddy Matthews for a long ,long time. Until this interview I had no idea he was Australian or had that accent. Thank you.

[@kenwkls6392]

Even though the announcers say where he's from everytime he comes out???🤔

[@pvdoug]

@Until this interview….

[@streetfood625]

We want Buddy Matthews vs Jon Moxley for World Championship at grand slam

[@alternative7586]

It's probably gonna be Jay White vs Christian Cage... or Moxley.

[@kenarco3765]

Exactly 💯 right

[@LadyTreez420]

He can join him. I was thinking bout him the other too with Mox n MVP n them

[@kenarco3765]

@LadyTreez420 better Joining With Mvp

[@BlindSideNZ]

No we don’t

[@DeadPOOLParty]

BUDDY MATTHEWS PUSH ON THE WAY!🔥🔥🔥

[@Jungletraveler00_12]

His character on tv does not speak much but outside the ring he seems like an articulate smart big guy. I hope he gets into the singles title picture soon 🔥

[@randomguysays]

Freaking love Buddy Matthews!! The man truly is a diamond in the rough of AEW!

[@User-4-r1t]

Absolutely

[@RichValentine1972]

Absolute BEAST!

[@JezeusD]

Hopefully these appearances show Tony Khan how much we all love and want Buddy Matthews as a singles champion!

[@GabekiddClarkconnorsfan]

Buddy has literally said in every interview he has no interest in being a singles champion people need to respect that

[@Filmation77]

Who could see Buddy Matthews as TNT champion or International Champion raise your hand 🖐

[@officialbeastnhs]

Buddy Matthews is the best wrestler in the world. ❤

[@dylanmeacham1043]

He is *easily* on par with, say, Kenny Omega in the ring. I hope he finds a way to connect with the crowd and get to the next level. Even if that never happens for him, he's still forged a fantastic career.

[@TYSPIDER27]

hes not the best. Roman Dean and Seth and John are better than him. hes great but not the best in the world

[@brandong2972]

⁠@@dylanmeacham1043 Respectfully disagree with that take. I love Buddy and I’m not saying that he isn’t a beast in the ring, but he has not even done the same things that Omega has done in the ring. Whether it be length of matches, longevity, chemistry with opponents, arsenal of moves and 5 star matches.

[@User-4-r1t]

Exactly

[@louquay]

​@@TYSPIDER27bruh lol

[@Seachange-y5h]

He seems a really nice down to earth guy

[@RoxyPerezFan]

He used to date Alexa Bliss and is still friends with her and she has said many good things about him. I have met Alexa a few times over the years and she is one of the nicest celebs I have ever met and is nothing like any of the characters she has played in wrestling.

[@D4rkestKn1ght]

Every big guy seems down to earth even Braun lol

[@MrLommax]

Mami's still on top, even at home. 🤣 Buddy's such a humble guy. I wish WWE had been able to do more with him.

[@peteg2715]

That's why it's good that WWE isn't a monopoly anymore. Talent they fumble or don't use can go elsewhere

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

The straight to your arms comment had me dead 😂

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

​@@peteg2715 yeah but shame Tony is droppong the ball and fumbling the bag

[@MrLommax]

@@theoutsiderjess1869 Indeed. He really needs to let someone else run creative. It's a mess! Danielson would probably do a better job.

[@peteg2715]

@@theoutsiderjess1869 He needs to let someone else be the booker. They just got a new TV deal & are about to be on streaming for first time in US. Perfect time for a change

[@ArizaNumber1]

Such a hero from Dragonfly in Tullamarine to dominating and entertaining people on tv for the last 10+ years. legend. hero.

[@tuskanu]

Hughesey prayer hands. He should have said "I love you Buddy". Buddy Matthews is one of the best wrestlers on the planet. Lets go!

[@TheDaggerman30]

Buddy is an extremely nice guy!

[@KadariusGreen]

Stayed in character the whole time. Kudos.

[@Wavmagik]

Buddy been goated since 205 live

[@jordannnokwam4691]

Rhea is one lucky woman to have a most amazing badass husband/wrestler

[@djglenn]

Australia pooping out insane talent for the Wrestling Business this last decade. Australia and Japan both have.

[@Chonkybeatz]

I wish aew would put this man over already. His physique is unreal!!

[@akgstone]

Always had HhH vibes from Buddy Murphy when Rollins put him over. Still can't believe WWE wasted his potential. Hes a hell of a talent. Great in ring worker and great look

[@KatraPlessure]

Dudes a legend. Any man that can get Rheas heart must be a pretty solid dude

[@ArcaneAzmadi]

You could see Dave just melt with relief when Buddy offered him the hand and said "big fan". And if you think this is intense, you should see the whole House of Black making their entrance to a darkened arena in full gear, horned skull masks, facepaint and everything.

[@Metalmike1289]

Glad I’ve been able to see this guy a couple of times now, him Brody king and Malaki black.

[@dragonfyre79]

You never truly have an appreciation for how jacked wrestlers are until you see them next to an average sized person.

[@Brandon-u3t]

Saw him perform live hers awesome. Underestimated and underrated. Future champ

[@trevorkenny]

Buddy big upping Mami! Love it.

[@herculesmwp7983]

intense walk out, more like intense walk in 😆. Great interview though

[@Gang14128]

"BIG FAN" had me dying 🤣🤣🤣

[@r333wall]

Awesome man...

[@lifeofdazz]

Best stare down ever 😂😂

[@davidpenn9396]

Keep on wrestling Buddy you are Awesome in AEW

[@jerryjanik480]

Buddy and Rhea seem like just like super nice married couple that like just spend their days just watching house Hunter

[@MemorablePopCulture]

South East boy. So awesome for him to still maintain his Aussie’ness.

[@marebbpc]

this man won in life, dated alexa bliss and now rhea ripley.

[@jankjfk]

Buddy you're a beast . Please never leave AEW.

[@TheOGDennis]

This seems soo much respectful all around then what happened with Grayson Waller and Austin Theory lol

[@michaelmoreno4696]

He’s got Rhea Ripley he’s a blessed man

[@leen7055]

Such a nice guy, great interview. Makes me smile knowing he and Rhea are married.

[@rj5822]

Once thought to be WWE’s Kenny Omega. AEW dropped the ball by not booking Buddy against Okada to rival Kenny and Okada’s series of matches that would culminate with Buddy vs Kenny

[@davetoms1]

Love his work First time I've seen the man behind the wrestler and he seems like a cool dude! Awesome to see.

[@EnzoPontrelli]

Great interview Matthew is an awesome guy.

[@brucewhite360]

Ohh man I really thought he left AEW and was joining WWE 😭

[@ozzybloke-craig3690]

As a wrestling fan for over 20 years, I am excited to see when WWE and Grayson Waller will be here again. I love you Buddy, but thanks to your boss Tony and his antics and terrible shows, I won't be attending. I hope it goes really well for you though. I love seeing Aussies in wrestling. We once had very few and they were not treated very well. Even though we had the old WCW (before Ted Turner took over) hosted here in Australia. Now we have Bronson Reed, Grayson Waller, Buddy Matthews/Murphy, Rhea Ripley, Toni Storm and the Tag Team 'Aussie Open' (Kyle Fletcher and Mark Davis). And New Zealand has Jay White and Dakota Kai and many others. Those are just the ones that made it into big companies like WWE and AEW. There has been other Aussies in the past such as The Bushwhackers and Nathan Jones and more recently Emma (Tenille Dashwood) and The Iiconics/Iinspiration (Billie Kay [Jessie McKay] and Peyton Royce [Cassie Lee]). The Aussies I see in wrestling today make me proud as they are all so talented and so good at what they do. Great walk out and great interview Buddy. Thank you. And Thank You to The Project for not being like the other show and for being on his side rather than against him like what happened to Grayson Waller. ❤

[@TheEvent214]

That’s probably the biggest pop of his career

[@Reboundfifty]

Loved this

[@richardk6196]

That was great-Had heard of him, but was not familiar with him. The way he sold that and then extended the hand-I'm a fan!

[@aussiekid3588]

Bloke looks like a million bucks. Yet we're forced to watch guys like Adam Cole in every program. Give Buddy a program to sink his teeth into and let him show himself and he ll excel and make big $$$$$$

[@peternicholson1700]

Good interview.

[@RonFleener]

This man is super talented.

[@mitchdavis9155]

Buddy and the entire house of black are my fave stable in aew

[@ShowOffProductionsNJWA]

Who else saw this and though he walked outta the company 💀😭

[@jackburton7562]

The Talented Mr. Ripley 😋

[@ajmartineau8221]

Buddy is awesome!!!

[@Jacob_Wayne]

Can we finally push him Aew?

[@Draxx1987]

There are Three Matches of Buddy vs Alister Black in WWE. Best matches I have seen

[@E_N_E_N_R_A]

🤘🏼🖤 BUDDY🔥🔥🔥

[@JoseMoreira-vo8cu]

AWESOMELY DONE!

[@dpmilligan4487]

I knew Buddy was from Australia but that may be the first time I've heard him talk. He should do that more on TV!

[@proceduralcoffee]

Someone his size to be so agile and fast in the ring is a unique specimen. It's a shame both WWE and AEW aren't utilizing him, along with the other members of House of Black. They should all be elevated above "Enhancement Talent"

[@aram5127]

Dudes so cool, even if he stopped wrestling tomorrow, he won at life.

[@jiggybucksington]

This is the most I’ve ever heard him talk in the almost decade he’s been around

[@RollingDutchmann]

With his real-world personality his name 'Buddy' makes sense😂

[@WunHitWonder]

Buddy is such a cool dude. He definitely deserves a singles run with a belt.

[@ryanvance1767]

That's a big man

[@gerardorosario84]

One of my favorites

[@El-ingobernable]

Some of my favorite matches of his in WWE were against Malakai. As much as i like them being in the same group i was hoping to see some of that in AEW. Maybe one day, like both of them being in the CC tournament.

[@OscarHernandez-vt3uc]

Need him back in wwe maybe a part of rhe wyats

[@scarvello]

Extremely underrated talent

[@Alibaba0626]

Awesome 🤌💎👑

[@wandaturner9006]

Love Buddy truly amazing ❤❤

[@thequartersfooty]

What a career thus far. While he was in WWE he was NXT Tag Team Champion, WWE Tag Team Champion with Seth Rollins & Cruiserweight Champion on home soil. AEW was one third of the World Trios Champions. Married to perhaps one of the best female stars currently in the world, Rhea Ripley. And old mate Dave Hughes would love Buddy Matthews when it comes to footy, a supporter of Carlton. His WWE name Matt Murphy, the Murphy part was a reference to Marc Murphy from Carlton.

[@ShorterTheBetter]

Buddy Matthews has got potential...tons of it....just needs to put the puzzle together.

[@darkart.customs9920]

Oh yes... The secret chicken rice and broccoli diet for gains lmao 😏😂💪

[@ClaudeYoung]

Such a good guy! Loads of Aussies are huge starts in Wrestling right now!!! Men & Women. His wife is one of the biggest wrestling stars in the world! She's from Adelaide! 🙂

[@jonathanmirhige2880]

HIs marriage aside, the guy goes in to promote his event for AEW......and WWE still gets publicity out of it by having Rhea mentioned.

[@AN-vx2ls]

He is comfortable and very fun! He also, can flip like a luchedore! Hope he can get a bigger push somewhere!

[@Andy_Shepard]

I loved his run with the CW title or his tag run in NXT. It would be great to see him on a proper singles run for the TNT title and in 2 years to see him as world champ.

[@lilmuggy93]

Wow man,buddy is jacked,i cant believe how big he is now

[@EraclesK]

Awesome

[@sinthssb]

Should've dimmed the lights for Buddy!

[@whisperienced]

Guy is married to Rhea Bloody Ripley. Can't wait for him to be back in WWE. I thought his stuff with Seth was just the beginning of his rise.

[@aydendurrett1302]

Most jacked dude in his weight level in the entire world not even just his company

[@susanmcavoy9213]

I've love Buddy since he was in WWE. He and Rhea seem to be a great couple. I like her too, although in the beginning I wasn't sure what to make of her.

[@jspades5100]

Ayeee buddy Murphy 🙏🙏glad he’s getting some love he’s too good

[@OscillatorCollective]

House of Black represent!

[@mattfreeman2453]

Buddy Matthews and Malaki black have properly the best chemistry together when wrestling. Still remember when they were fighting each other in wwe there matches were properly the best on the card