Matt Cardona
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
2
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Records
Matt Cardona's career is defined by his ability to reinvent himself and connect with fans. He won the WWE Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 32 in front of over 101,000 fans, one of the biggest moments in WrestleMania history. After leaving WWE, he became the most decorated independent wrestler of his era, winning championships in GCW, Impact, and NWA. He was named Indie Wrestler of the Year by Pro Wrestling Illustrated for two consecutive years, a rare honor that reflects his impact on the industry.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Indie Wrestler of the Year
Awarded for his work on the independent circuit after leaving WWE.
Indie Wrestler of the Year
Second consecutive year winning the award.
Rankings & Lists
Indie Wrestler of the Year
Indie Wrestler of the Year
Records & Feats
First wrestler to create a self-produced YouTube series that led to a championship win
Cardona's Z! True Long Island Story built a cult following and directly led to his WWE United States Championship win in 2011.
Most successful independent wrestler after WWE release (2020-2025)
Won multiple major independent championships and was named Indie Wrestler of the Year two years in a row.