Rhea Ripley and Buddy Matthews, prominent figures in professional wrestling, recently shared a touching moment despite working in separate promotions. The interaction came during Buddy Matthews’ ongoing injury recovery, highlighting their close connection amid the AEW star’s extended break.
Buddy Matthews has been sidelined from All Elite Wrestling for five months after an ankle injury during the Grand Slam event in Australia. He was scheduled to challenge Kazuchika Okada for the AEW Continental Championship in February but had to step away indefinitely following the injury sustained during his entrance. Meanwhile, Matthews frequently appears on KingKreas’ Twitch streams, where fans caught a glimpse of his affectionate relationship with Ripley.
Buddy Matthews’ Tender Gesture to Rhea Ripley on Twitch Stream
On a recent Twitch stream hosted by KingKreas, Buddy Matthews delighted viewers by sharing a warm moment with his wife, Rhea Ripley. During the broadcast, Matthews twirled Ripley around and continuously praised her, causing the WWE Women’s World Champion to smile shyly. His admiration was evident as he expressed excitement upon her arrival on the stream:
“Chat, look, look who has come? The megastar is here! Look at her go! Sexy as hell!” —Buddy Matthews
The clip captured this candid and affectionate exchange between the couple has gone viral, creating a buzz among wrestling fans who appreciate seeing Ripley’s softer, real-life demeanor compared to her intense on-screen persona. Both WWE and AEW audiences have responded warmly to these genuine glimpses behind the scenes.
Rhea Ripley Opens Up About Potential On-Screen Collaboration with Buddy Matthews
Since confirming their relationship, fans have eagerly hoped to see Ripley and Matthews work together on television, though this remains unlikely due to their commitments to different wrestling organizations. Ripley recently addressed this topic during an appearance on Allenownz Wrasslin, sharing her openness to such an opportunity if circumstances allowed.
The former WWE Women’s World Champion explained she would like to explore portraying a couple with Matthews on-screen, as she feels uniquely suited to perform alongside her husband:
“So it’s hard to tell what the future holds, and there are just so many possibilities that could potentially happen. I don’t know if my husband will ever come back; I don’t know. I don’t know; if he does come back, then we could do something on TV. I don’t know. Anything could really happen,” —Rhea Ripley
Ripley also reflected on her previous television storyline with Dominik Mysterio, noting that it developed organically due to fan interest. She emphasized that aside from Matthews, it is difficult for her to imagine engaging in a romantic angle with any other wrestler.
Implications of Their Relationship for Wrestling Fans and Future Endeavors
This heartfelt display and Ripley’s candid remarks provide fans a rare window into the personal dynamics of two wrestling stars balancing professional demands with their private lives. Matthews’ injury hiatus delays possible collaboration, but the couple’s chemistry remains apparent, fueling speculation about a future joint appearance. Their connection continues to resonate within both WWE and AEW fandoms, underscoring the human side of larger-than-life wrestling characters.
With Matthews’ recovery timeline still uncertain, Rhea Ripley’s willingness to embrace various possibilities signals that fans may yet witness new and meaningful interactions between these wrestling personalities, whether on-screen or off.
