WWE announced yesterday that Hall of Famer Kurt Angle will be appearing as the special guest referee for this Wednesday’s cage fight between Matt Riddle and Timothy Thathcer on NXT on USA. The Olympic gold medal winner revealed in a new video statement that general manager William Regal contacted him about officiating the bout, then explains that the only way to win is by knockout or submission.
Two days ago, I was contacted by my old friend, GM of NXT William Regal. He came up with an innovative way to settle the score between Matt Riddle and Timothy Thatcher. It’s a Cage Fight. Not a Cage Match, a Cage Fight, and there are only two ways to win: knockout or tap out. So, this Wednesday night, yours truly, Kurt Angle, will be the referee for this fight. Thatcher vs. Riddle. Cage Fight. Oh, it’s true, it’s damn true.
You can see his full comments below. (Thanks to Wrestling Inc for the transcription)