**Matt Riddle Faces Tough Challenge at MLW Azteca Lucha Pay-Per-View**
**Meta Description:** Matt Riddle defends his MLW world title against Donovan Dijak at Azteca Lucha, despite battling injuries. Will he retain his championship?
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**Headline:** Matt Riddle Set to Defend MLW World Title Against Donovan Dijak at Azteca Lucha
Matt Riddle is gearing up for a challenging title defense at Major League Wrestling’s (MLW) Azteca Lucha pay-per-view this Saturday night, where he will face Donovan Dijak for the world heavyweight championship. Riddle, who has held the MLW world heavyweight title for nearly four months after defeating Satoshi Kojima at Kings of Colosseum, has successfully defended his title against Kojima and Alex Kane at SuperFight 6, and he also triumphed in the Battle Riot match last month.
Dijak presents a formidable challenge for Riddle, as he has yet to be pinned or submitted since his MLW debut last year. Although he lost to Riddle by disqualification at MLW’s One Shot in December, Dijak has since aligned himself with manager Saint Laurent and formed a partnership with Bishop Dyer, enhancing his threat level heading into this match.
Riddle acknowledged the difficulties he faces as the reigning champion, stating, “At the end of the day, it’s kind of like motivation. Sometimes, when you’re just one-on-one with somebody, you kind of drop your guard. Unfortunately for me, it’s never a one-on-one situation, even when it’s supposed to be.” He remains confident, especially after overcoming 39 competitors in the Battle Riot, but he is also aware of the challenges that come with being the top guy in the company.
Entering the match with some injuries, specifically bruised ribs from a steel chair attack by Dijak, Riddle is determined to defend his title. “The ribs are a little banged up, but that’s bound to happen in this line of work,” he explained. “I think the important part is that Dijak is the one responsible for injuring my ribs. He’ll probably be trying to target them in this world title match in Chicago.”
Austin Aries, who recently returned to MLW as a commentator, shared insights on the pressures of being a champion. “To win the championship is difficult, but to keep it is even more challenging because now you’re a marked man,” he noted. Aries emphasized the weight of expectations placed on champions, making Riddle’s title defense even more significant.
As the anticipation builds for the Azteca Lucha event, fans are eager to see if Riddle can successfully defend his title against the relentless Donovan Dijak.
**FAQ:**
**Q: What injuries is Matt Riddle dealing with before his match?**
A: Matt Riddle is entering the match with bruised ribs sustained from an attack by Donovan Dijak, but he remains determined to defend his title.