Brock Lesnar and Matt Riddle got into a backstage verbal altercation prior to Royal Rumble, according to Pro Wrestling Sheet.
At this time details are limited regarding the incident. However, it was stated Lesnar and Riddle passed each other while walking backstage and a tense encounter ensued. One source says Brock saw Matt and wanted him to know the reality of the situation between them.
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Reportedly, the encounter was real and not something for the show. Sources did say the altercation did not get physical between the two.
The staff here at eWN will provide updates if any more information becomes available.