Matt Cardona struggles with predictable match pattern in wrestling
Cageside Seats • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026

In recent wrestling events, Matt Cardona has shown a consistent pattern of losing shortly after initiating a comeback. After landing his Broski Boot, Cardona typically finds himself pinned within 90 seconds. This trend contrasts with other wrestlers, such as Seth Rollins, who has yet to successfully execute a Phoenix Splash in WWE despite numerous attempts. Fans and commentators are encouraged to share their observations of similar patterns in wrestling matches.
- •Matt Cardona often loses after hitting the Broski Boot.
- •Seth Rollins has never successfully executed a Phoenix Splash in WWE.
- •Cardona's pattern contrasts with traditional wrestling comebacks.
- •Fans are invited to discuss other recurring themes in matches.
- 8:00 PMCageside Seats — ALWAYZ happens: Wrestling’s predictable patterns
"A recurring theme in Matt Cardona matches: dude always loses shortly after starting his comeback. | (Photo: Sylvain Lefevre/Getty Images) In today’s Main Event recap, I talked about a recurring pattern in Matt Cardona’s matches: within 90 seconds of hitting the Broski Boot, the former Zack Ryder ends up staring at the lights. That got me thinking: are there other similar constants in wrestlers’ matches? One I think most of us have noticed is that Seth Rollins has seemingly never hit a Phoenix Splash in WWE. This, despite attempting one in nearly every match he’s had. Instead, he lands on his feet, rolls through, and the match continues. In Rollins’ case, it’s not a sign of imminent defeat or even a hint that victory is right around the corner. But for Cardona, it’s especially noticeable because it’s the Bizarro version of Hulk Hogan’s signature ending. Unlike Hogan, who hit his big boot and immediately hit his finisher for the win, Cardona lands his boot, only to lose shortly after. Brother. Now, I turn it over to you, dear readers. What other patterns have you noticed and thought, “Hey, whenever that happens, this ALWAYZ happens?” If you have one, let me know in the comments.
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