Professional wrestlers Buddy Matthews from AEW and WWE’s Rhea Ripley, despite working for competing organizations, recently shared significant news with their fans. The married couple announced through social media that they have built a gym together at home, showing a glimpse of their first workout session.
Matthews, a member of The Hounds of Hell, has been sidelined with an ankle injury since February 2025, leaving fans eager for his return. Meanwhile, Ripley has received attention after a dramatic moment on WWE RAW, where she was poison misted by Asuka and then attacked. Amid these developments, the couple has been quietly focusing on their fitness project.
Photographs posted on Instagram displayed their new gym setup, with Matthews sharing their excitement about this new endeavor. This personal effort symbolizes their commitment to staying prepared despite the physical demands and uncertainties of professional wrestling.
“We did a little something…. We built a gym! First workout picture to commemorate the occasion!” Matthews wrote.
Rhea Ripley Shares How Buddy Matthews Supports Her Wrestling Career
In an industry as volatile as professional wrestling, having a supportive partner can be vital. Rhea Ripley recently spoke about the unique understanding Buddy Matthews offers her, which she considers essential given the difficulties they face in their profession.
During an interview with Allenownz Wrestling, Ripley described how Matthews, known for his time as AEW World Trios Champion, perfectly grasps the challenges she experiences. Their shared profession means he appreciates the unpredictability and intensity of wrestling schedules and pressures.
“Umm, it’s needed. It’s very much needed. Umm, this is such a wild, strange, weird business, and a lot of people don’t understand it. So to be able to find a spouse that, like, actually understands everything that you’re going through and isn’t gonna judge you or get mad at you for you not being able to respond on a work day. Like that stuff, that is, like, so crucial to me and beneficial because, like, I don’t have to explain myself,” she said.
Her comments highlight how sharing the same professional path can strengthen their relationship through mutual empathy and support.
Looking Ahead to Buddy Matthews’ Return and Potential Teaming Up
Fans of both Buddy Matthews and Rhea Ripley eagerly anticipate Matthews’ comeback to AEW, which is based in Jacksonville. The couple’s close relationship and shared dedication to wrestling have led to rumors and speculation about whether they might eventually form a tag team or collaborate onscreen.
While no official announcement has been made about them wrestling together, the strong bond they demonstrate in and out of the ring keeps fans hopeful. Their recent decision to build a home gym may also signal a renewed focus on fitness and preparation for future matches.
As Matthews recovers from his injury, wrestling enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how this personal and professional partnership evolves and what impact it might have on their careers moving forward.
