Ricochet Reflects on His WWE Years: A Blip in His Wrestling Legacy
In a recent interview with The Mark Hoke Show, Ricochet opened up about his experience on the WWE main roster and how it impacted his wrestling journey.
Ricochet draws a parallel between his WWE career and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, suggesting that his time on WWE's RAW was like a 'blip' in his wrestling story. He explains, 'It's like when Thanos snaps and there's that five-year blip where people are just gone.'
He believes that his WWE years, particularly the five years on the main roster, deviated him from his true wrestling identity. Ricochet states, 'I really think the day we got called up to RAW was the worst thing that happened to Ricochet’s wrestling career.'
Despite the positive aspects of his WWE tenure, such as personal connections and a larger platform, Ricochet feels that his wrestling legacy was 'tarnished' during this period. He emphasizes, 'I’m talking specifically about the wrestling side of it—not the fame, not the celebrity. I really do think those five years tarnished Ricochet’s wrestling legacy.'
Ricochet's return to AEW and independent promotions has been a rejuvenating experience, allowing him to reconnect with his roots and the fans who initially drew him to the sport. He concludes, 'Coming back to AEW and finding that love again—it’s like when Tony Stark finally defeats Thanos and everyone comes back. That’s kind of how I feel, like Ricochet finally came back to what he was doing.'
This reflection invites fans to ponder the impact of Ricochet's WWE years on his overall wrestling career and the potential consequences of such a significant detour.
