Controversial ex-WWE star goes for drastic new look after getting haircut

A controversial former WWE star has gone for a drastic new look after getting a haircut.

The 37-year-old former UFC fighter was dramatically fired from the WWE organisation in September amid a mass release of talent. 

He had recently come under fire after alleging he was sexually assaulted by an officer at JFK airport, in a now deleted Instagram post.

After an investigation into the incident Riddle was pulled from Monday Night Raw as well as multiple upcoming live events, despite being a key part of an ongoing storyline.

Now, Matt Riddle has posted a picture of his new look as he aims for a return to pro wrestling.

After being renown for his long hair style for so many years, this will come as a shock to fans. 

Following his release from WWE, Riddle was almost immediately hired by other wrestling promoters.

It comes after WWE reportedly had 'significant' plans for Riddle as he had been teaming up with Drew McIntyre as they feuded with the Viking Raiders and the New Day.

Riddle had already been off TV for a considerable stretch when he got the call though report that the WWE had made 'significant plans' for Riddle and McIntyre's tag team, known as McRiddle, and were even creating various merchandising items with the teams name on.

The pro wrestling insider tweeted: 'Prior to his departure from the company, I’m told there were significant plans for a Matt Riddle / Drew McIntyre tag team.

'So much so, various merchandise items were designed with the team name……. “McRiddle.” This is not a joke.'

The tag team's proposed name has gone down so badly with fans that they are 'thankful' he is gone.