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The wrestling world has been taken aback by the recent departure of R-Truth from WWE, ending a 17-year tenure with the company. This decision, finalized by WWE executives who deemed his salary as not financially viable, has left both fans and colleagues in disbelief. Among them is TNA star Matt Hardy, who expressed his astonishment on his podcast, "Extreme Life of Matt Hardy."

"I mean, it was shocking," Hardy stated. "With his attitude and mentality, you would think he’d stick around. Maybe if Vince [McMahon] was still in charge, he'd have stayed because Vince was a big fan and found him easy to work with. I really believed R-Truth would be a WWE lifer given how much he enjoyed his role. I was genuinely surprised."

R-Truth, known also by his TNA moniker Ron "The Truth" Killings, was a beloved figure backstage in WWE. His unexpected exit has stirred emotional reactions from those who have worked closely with him. Hardy's comments echo the sentiment of many who viewed R-Truth as an integral and enduring part of WWE's roster.

Looking ahead, R-Truth’s career may come full circle, as TNA is reportedly interested in bringing him back. R-Truth has a storied history with TNA, being part of the company’s inception and remaining for its first five years. Given his past, a return to TNA could be a fitting next chapter for the seasoned wrestler.

Should R-Truth join TNA, it could lead to exciting opportunities, possibly even reuniting him with old colleagues like Hardy. Fans of both promotions eagerly await further developments regarding his potential new contract and the impact it will have on the wrestling landscape.