Buddy Matthews Set for WSW Tour
Buddy Matthews gets back into action big time with World Series Wrestling before the year ends. Out of matches for months after getting hurt, he now lines up multiple appearances down under when October hits – stretching through November 2026. Across Australia and New Zealand, shows will feature him live once again. Healing took its time, yet here comes his comeback on solid ground.
“Buddy Matthews is back in the mix and is scheduled for World Series Wrestling dates.”
Just days earlier, Matthews showed up out of nowhere at World Series Wrestling’s “Rise Against” show on May 15 in Australia. Midway through the event, he stepped into the action despite physical limits. At that moment, he spoke openly about still healing from a severe ankle injury. Medical approval to return to wrestling hadn’t been given, he confirmed then. A brief window between recovery and reappearance shaped the timing.
Injury Sidelines Matthews From 2025
Out of action since February 2025, Matthews sustained an ankle injury at AEW Grand Slam Australia. That setback pulled him from wrestling matches for well over twelve months. With little news shared along the way, guesses spread among followers wondering what comes next. Silence stretched on, feeding uncertainty around his return.
Back at the “Rise Against” gathering, Matthews told supporters he’d be back in full form around October. Seems on target after World Series Wrestling just confirmed their newest update.
Multiple International Dates Announced
A date with Auckland opens things up October 29, when World Series Wrestling brings in Matthews. After that, he shows up in Brisbane one day later. Moving along, Adelaide gets its turn on Halloween night. Come November, Melbourne steps into the spotlight right after. Then Sydney wraps it all up two days later. Five booked matches shape his run through late October and early November.
Back again, World Series Wrestling made a big deal out of it in their official announcement.
“ITS OFFICIAL … @snm_buddy shocked the wrestling world when he appeared at our riseagainst tour. Buddy Matthews is BACK this October and November and he is coming for all of the gold!”
Fans Wait for Matthews to Come Back Fully
Right now, whispers of Matthews showing up soon have sparked chatter across wrestling circles – especially down under. Not long after the news broke, anticipation swelled in parts of Australia and New Zealand. This comeback slips neatly into World Series Wrestling’s growing lineup overseas, set to roll out before the year ends.
