D-Von Dudley thanks everyone for their support following his return to the ring.
For the first time since he suffered a stroke in 2019, D-Von Dudley returned to the ring at IMPACT 1000 on September 9. He reunited with Bully Ray, his legendary tag team partner in Team 3D, also known as The Dudley Boyz. The duo hadn't teamed up together since 2016.
In a post on Instagram, Dudley discussed his experience and stated that it felt amazing to be back on the ring. He thanked Bubba (Bully Ray), Tommy Dreamer, Scott D'Amore, and the IMPACT locker room for welcoming him back. Dudley thanked everyone for their support over his career.
The post is as follows:
Being back in the ring again after 7 years for the 1000 episode of TNA was truly amazing. I would to thank Bubba, Tommy Dreamer, Scott F. D'Amore and the whole impact locker, for welcome me back with open arms. Everybody in the locker room was truly respectful very genuine for my come back. I’ve said it before that this would be it, but you never know lol. Here is some video of what transpired last night . i’m a little sore, but to be expected training and off thank you fans to my family and all my friends support over the 32 year career. ……OH MY BROTHER TESTIFY!!!
Fightful has spoilers from IMPACT 1000 here, and we will have coverage of the show as it airs on IMPACT Wrestling.
Dudley recently recalled how a WWE office member said they didn't like him because he was black. Check out his comments here.
The Dudley Boyz have signed WWE Legends contracts. More information is available here.
