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Zack Ryder’s return to WWE television was reportedly a one-off appearance for now

Aaron Rift

As seen during the November 14th 2025 edition of WWE SmackDown, Zack Ryder (Matt Cardona) made his return to WWE in a “Last Time is Now” tournament match against LA Knight. After a back and forth match, Knight picked up the victory with a BFT.

According to Fightful.com, Cardona currently isn’t signed to WWE and the appearance from SmackDown is a one-off for now. In regards to Ryder t-shirts appearing on WWE’s website, sources confirmed that there is a merchandise deal.

Cardona wrote the following message via his social media accounts…

“I cannot express in words what last night meant to me, but if I had to try… Don’t Quit… Alwayz Ready… Thank You… WOO! WOO! WOO!”

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