Gather ’round, wrestling aficionados, because we’ve got some inside scoop that could’ve changed the game! During the pandemic’s dark days, The Hurt Business emerged as a dominant force in WWE, with MVP leading Bobby Lashley, Cedric Alexander, and Shelton Benjamin to championship glory. However, there was almost a fifth member: the high-flying Ricochet.
MVP’s Vision and the Road Not Taken
Earlier today, MVP took to X (formerly Twitter) to share some backstage secrets about The Hurt Business’ formation. He revealed he had big plans for “The One and Only” Ricochet, but the higher-ups had other ideas.
“True story. When we were forming The Hurt Business, I asked for BOTH Ricochet AND Cedric Alexander. We were told we could only have 1. We chose Cedric because we felt he needed our association more than Ricochet did. I always thought Ricky O would be a big star on his own,” MVP tweeted.
Cedric’s Rise and Ricochet’s Solo Success
Alexander joined The Hurt Business after his partnership with Ricochet and a feud-ending betrayal in September 2020. Meanwhile, Ricochet, despite missing out on the faction, found his path to stardom. He clinched the Intercontinental Championship in March 2022 and the WWE Speed Championship in April 2024.
The End of an Era
Sadly, it looks like Ricochet’s WWE journey is winding down. Reports indicate that his final appearance will be on the June 10 edition of “WWE Raw.” Fans are left to wonder what might have been had Ricochet joined The Hurt Business, but there’s no denying his individual success.
What’s Next for Ricochet?
As Ricochet prepares to leave WWE, the wrestling world is abuzz with speculation about his next move. Wherever he lands, one thing’s for sure: he’ll continue to dazzle with his incredible athleticism and high-flying maneuvers.