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Death Match King

"The Untold Story of Matt Cardona vs. Nick Gage | The Deathmatch That Changed Wrestling"

2026

0h 39m

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Overview

Matt Cardona’s shocking deathmatch against Nick Gage at GCW Homecoming 2021 became one of the most talked-about matches in modern professional wrestling history. In this documentary, we take a deep dive into the rivalry that shocked the wrestling world, the atmosphere leading into the match, the unforgettable moments inside the ring, and the aftermath that changed both men’s careers forever.

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3 featured cast members

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Matthew Cardona

Matthew Cardona

Self

Brett Lauderdale

Self

Nicholas W. Wilson

Nicholas W. Wilson

Self

Creative team

Directed by: Giancarlo Dittamo

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