WWE Rumor Roundup: Backstage details on Ricochet being 'done'; 7-time World Champion very angry with company; Released Superstar heading to AEW? - 4th March 2020

Welcome to another edition of the daily WWE Rumor Roundup where we try and bring you the biggest stories of the day.

On today's edition of the roundup, we will look at what the future holds for one of the most talented Superstars on the roster in Ricochet. There have also been reports regarding Vince McMahon 'protecting' a former WWE Champion ahead of his big match.

A former WWE Champion has teased a match with Roman Reigns upon his return -which may be happening very soon. So without any further wait, let us look at the biggest rumors and stories:

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#5 Vince McMahon has 'buried' Ricochet

Brock Lesnar defeated Ricochet in a matter of minutes at Super Showdown. While this would have been shocking to a few, it was business as usual for Brock Lesnar. The Beast Incarnate has developed a reputation of finishing off his opponents in quick fashion, and so not many have given the match a second thought.

However, former US Champion Ricochet suffered a clean loss at the hands of 24/7 Champion Riddick Moss on RAW. Now, this was certainly a shock for everyone who watched. Even though the former Lucha Underground Superstar was touted to be the next breakout star, it looks like Vince McMahon is done with him, for now, at least.

Here is what Dave Meltzer of WON speculated:

Ricochet is done. Yeah. It's Vince! You know, he may change his mind next week, but yeah, this week he's done. He's so done. This was a burial, without a doubt, like who knows, he gets these things in his head. With Cedric Alexander, he was supposed to get a big push and Vince just buried the guy, and now he's burying another guy. (H/T: SportsKeeda)

There were reports that had suggested that Paul Heyman is very keen on pushing Ricochet but it looks like Vince McMahon is no longer a supporter of the former NXT North-American Champion.

#4 The Undertaker voices his anger with the company

The Undertaker may be one of the most loyal Superstars on the roster, but even the Deadman could not keep away from voicing his displeasure with the company recently.

WWE made a major error when they left out two-time Women's Champion Michelle McCool for the image gallery of the all the past Women's Champions in WWE history. McCool is not only a former Champion but also the wife of The Undertaker.

Here is what McCool tweeted:

Real talk-when you’ve put up w/ more in past than anyone would believe(simply b/c I’m the @undertaker wife)have rarely been mentioned for making ANY contribution to the “women’s revolution”-but WOW-not even top 45

While WWE updated the gallery and added her along with other Superstars they had left out, The Undertaker felt it was too little too late.

The Deadman, who isn't known to be an active social media person, took to his Twitter and typed out his piece of mind:

Too little too late...unbelievable!!

— Undertaker (@undertaker) March 3, 2020

The Undertaker is all set to face AJ Styles at WrestleMania 36 as per multiple reports.

#3 Luke Harper heading to AEW?

Former Intercontinental and Tag Team Champion Luke Harper finally got his release from WWE in December last year. The Superstar, who now goes by the name Brodie Lee, had requested a release from the company long back but it was denied.

However, WWE had made some cuts in December and Lee was part of the Superstars who were let go by the company. AEW recently tweeted a cryptic message which indicated that Lee may be joining AEW once his no-compete clause is over.

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— All Elite Wrestling (@AEWrestling) March 4, 2020

If you are confused by this message, then don't be. The message is cleary a replication of the tweets Luke Harper has become known for. Luke Harper would tweet something like this every day:

It's Wednesday. You know what that means.

— . (@ThisBrodieLee) February 26, 2020

AEW is making all the right noises as of late and they have even been hinting that a new member is set to join the Dark Order faction. While many fan theories suggest that it could be Matt Hardy, Brodie Lee would also be a perfect fit in the bizarre faction given his time with the Wyatt Family.

#2 WWE protecting AJ Styles

Ever since AJ Styles returned from his injury, we haven't seen much of the Phenomenal One in terms of in-ring action. And there might be a reason for that, as WON has reported that the company is protecting AJ Styles.

As reported earlier, WWE is planning to have Styles face The Undertaker at WrestleMania 36. The seeds of the match were planted at Super ShowDown where The Undertaker made a surprise appearance and chockeslamed Styles in a gauntlet match to pick up the win.

Though many fans were displeased at the ease with which The Deadman disposed off the former two-time WWE Champion, we can only hope that Styles will get his revenge by beating The Undertaker at the Grandest Stage of Them All.

The issue here is that Vince, I don't know if AJ is hurt, because if you notice AJ has done nothing of late, you know I mean he hurt his shoulder but since he's come back he hasn't worked house shows, in Saudi Arabia he really did nothing. You know if you think back at those two matches, I mean the one match was one bump and that was it, and the match with R-Truth he did absolutely nothing, so, yeah I think they are protecting him. (H/T: SportsKeeda)

#1 Jeff Hardy wants to face Roman Reigns upon return

Former WWE Champion Jeff Hardy was part of this week's edition of WWE Backstage. The Daredevil, who has been out of action owing to a neck injury, spoke to Renee Young about who he wants to face after he returns to WWE.

Jeff Hardy stated that he would like to compete against The Big Dog Roman Reigns as he feels that there is a huge moment between him and the former Universal Champion. As per reports, Hardy is cleared for in-ring action and could be making his return to WWE soon.

Oh, gosh, more than anything, I would probably have to say, I feel like that there's a huge moment between me and Roman Reigns. So, yeah, I can kind of see that happening. I think there's one thing, just to be involved in something cool and important at WrestleMania in the next few years, if I can fight back into that zone, I think that's my biggest goal."

(H/T: SportsKeeda)

Meanwhile, Roman Reigns is focused on Goldberg as the two men will battle at WrestleMania 36 with the Universal Championship on the line.