Matt Hardy recalls 2005 decision to return to WWE instead of TNA

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Matt Hardy recalls 2005 decision to return to WWE instead of TNA
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Matt Hardy reflected on his 2005 decision to return to WWE rather than join TNA during a podcast episode. Hardy noted that fan support played a crucial role in his return, as chants of 'We Want Matt' from the audience influenced WWE to bring him back. He speculated that had he chosen TNA, he likely would have become the TNA World Champion, citing the early success of other wrestlers who made similar moves. Hardy also mentioned the lack of stability at TNA during that period as a factor in his choice. After years, both he and Jeff Hardy are currently the TNA World Tag Team Champions.

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  • Hardy was influenced by fan support to return to WWE in 2005.
  • His potential move to TNA could have led to a championship title.
  • Lack of stability at TNA was a significant factor in his decision.
  • Matt and Jeff Hardy currently hold the TNA World Tag Team titles.
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Matt Hardy thinks he'd probably have been TNA World Champion, had he not returned to WWE in the 2000s.

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