Austin Matelson, a remarkable individual, has established himself as a highly accomplished American professional wrestler, boasting an impressive array of skills and abilities within the wrestling ring. Furthermore, he has also developed a strong reputation as a charismatic television personality, effortlessly captivating audiences with his presence and charm.
Currently, Matelson is affiliated with the esteemed and influential wrestling organization, All Elite Wrestling (AEW),where he competes under the pseudonym Killswitch, showcasing his remarkable talents and versatility. Moreover, he is an integral component of the prominent stable, The Patriarchy, playing a crucial role within the group's dynamic and contributing to their collective success.
Matelson's remarkable professional journey has been marked by numerous accolades, with a particularly notable highlight being his reign as a former one-time AEW World Tag Team Champion, in a partnership with the talented Jungle Boy, as part of the highly respected and formidable tag team, Jurassic Express.
He has also had the distinction of holding the esteemed AEW TNT Championship once, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication to his craft.
Matelson's impressive credentials and achievements in the world of professional wrestling continue to inspire and captivate audiences everywhere.
Matelson's professional wrestling career commenced in 2009, marking the starting point of an incredible journey that would take him to the pinnacle of the industry. As his skills and talent continued to evolve, he ultimately secured a developmental contract with the esteemed World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in 2012.
Assuming the ring name Judas Devlin, he was dispatched to the esteemed Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW),a renowned training ground for aspiring wrestlers. However, the landscape of professional wrestling was constantly evolving, and FCW would eventually undergo a rebranding, metamorphosing into the highly acclaimed NXT.
Matelson remained a part of the NXT family until his eventual release in 2014, a testament to his dedication and perseverance throughout his tenure. Despite this, his experiences and achievements during his time with the WWE would undoubtedly serve as a valuable foundation for his future endeavors in the world of professional wrestling.
After a two-year period of inactivity, he made a triumphant return to the world of professional wrestling in 2016 by joining the esteemed organization, Lucha Underground, where he adopted the persona of Vibora and remained a part of the roster until 2018.
During this time, he also began competing on the independent circuit, donning the guise of Luchasaurus, a character that would eventually pave the way for his signing with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in the year 2019.
Fast forward to 2023, he made a significant change by adopting a new ring name, Killswitch, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career as a professional wrestler.
Notable beyond his illustrious wrestling career, Matelson has also expanded his professional reach into the realm of television, making memorable appearances on the esteemed entertainment news program, Access Hollywood, where his charismatic presence undoubtedly left a lasting impression on viewers.
In addition to this notable television appearance, Matelson further demonstrated his versatility and adaptability by participating in the popular reality competition series, Big Brother 17, where he impressively secured a ranking of 5th place among a diverse and talented group of contestants.
Furthermore, Matelson's television appearances did not stop there, as he also made a notable appearance on the long-running and beloved game show, The Price Is Right, showcasing his ability to seamlessly transition between different types of television programming.
In a testament to his enduring appeal and versatility, Matelson returned to Big Brother in 2017, this time appearing on Big Brother 19, where he once again showcased his captivating charm and charisma, solidifying his reputation as a talented and dynamic individual with a wide range of interests and pursuits.
