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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: After R-Truth, is Braun Strowman going to return to WWE on public demand? Expert has this to say
Braun Strowman WWE return: R-Truth, on June 1, announced that the WWE had decided against renewing his contract and looked back on his time with the company. This created a great deal of buzz on social media as several angry netizens took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express displeasure with the Stamford-based promotion for letting go of the popular veteran. Following this backlash, WWE gave him a new deal. He will now stay with the promotion and perform under his real name Ron Killings Vince Russo feels, unlike R-Truth, Braun Strowman won't return to WWE on public demand The R-Truth situation has sparked speculation of Braun Strowman returning to the WWE. 'The Monster Among Men, who too enjoyed the loyalty of the WWE Universe, was released from the company on May 3 alongside several other performers. In an exclusive interaction with India times, veteran writer Vince Russo addressed the possibility. The moment that made the crowd stand still…RON. KILLINGS.#WWERAW Braun Strowman, who was let go by the WWE last month, had endeared himself to the audience with his feuds against Bronson Reed and Jacob Fatu. This made his departure a hard pill to swallow for the WWE universe. Many of his ardent fans even hoped that R-Truth being rehired on public demand would open the door for 'The Monster Among Men' to get a third run with the company. However, writer Vince Russo feels this won't happen as Strowman was previously released in 2021 as well. He also stated that the powerhouse did not enjoy the type of fan following that Ron Killings does. 'That ship has already sailed. And their fan base didn't have the same sentiment towards Strowman that they had towards Truth. Plus, it wasn't the first time they released Braun. No---Strowman IS NOT coming back,' he told the website. Vince Russo has been an inseparable part of the professional wrestling landscape since the 90s. He is best known for his association with the WWE and the now defunct World Championship Wrestling (WCW) R-Truth made an instant impact on returning to WWE Coming back to Truth, he returned to WWE programming at Money in the Bank 2025 and nailed John Cena with a spear and the Undisputed Championship to teach him a lesson for humiliating him at Saturday Night's Main Event. This cost 'The Champ' and Logan Paul their match against Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes. On June 9, he cut a promo in which he thanked fans for helping him regain his job and also vowed to be 'himself' during his new run.
Newsweek
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Recently Released Superstar Working With WWE Again
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE fans were disappointed when multiple fan-favorite Superstars were recently released, including Dakota Kai, Shayna Baszler, and Cora Jade. 15 wrestlers were released by WWE 💔 • Braun Strowman • Dakota Kai • Shayna Baszler • Katana Chance & Kayden Carter • Javier Bernal • Gigi Dolin • Gallus - Joe & Mark Coffey, & Wolfgang • Jakara Jackson • Cora Jade • Oro Mensah • Riley Osborne • Eddy Thorpe — (@wrestlelamia) May 3, 2025 Naturally, the same fans are excited to see where these wrestlers will wind up next, whether it's in AEW, TNA, NJPW, or any of the excellent independent promotions around the world. More Pro Wrestling: Wrestling Legend and Infamous Heel Passes Away at 60 However, it turns out that one of the wrestlers that departed won't actually be going too far away from WWE. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: WWE Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events and Creative Paul "Triple H" Levesque speaks at a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las... LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: WWE Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events and Creative Paul "Triple H" Levesque speaks at a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE wrestler Braun Strowman will face heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and WWE champion Brock Lesnar will take on former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez at the WWE's Crown Jewel event at Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 31. MoreNBCUniversal announced (via Variety) that WWE will produce a brand new show for USA Network starring none other than former WWE Universal Champion Braun Strowman. The show will be called 'Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman' and will follow the Monster Among Men as he "eats his way across America." "'Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman' is a new food format with a big appetite," the official synopsis reads. "Each episode, join WWE Legend Braun Strowman as he eats his way across America, while on the road for WWE, ordering everything on every menu and trying to down every last bite." 'Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman' will premiere later this year on USA Network. The episodes will see Strowman order everything on every menu while on the road for WWE. The show is produced by WWE Studios. Strowman was recently released by the company. — Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) May 12, 2025 "'Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman' is produced by WWE Studios and BrightNorth Studios," Variety detailed. "Paul Levesque, Lee Fitting, Marc Pomarico and Ben Houser executive produce for WWE Studios. Matthew J. Braley, Kevin Duncan, Morgan Hertzan, Pat Dimon, Shawn Efran, and Azadeh De Leon executive produce for BrightNorth Studios." More Pro Wrestling: Released WWE Superstar Set For In-Ring Return This news is particularly surprising since Strowman has been released from the company. While this confused fans, Strowman seems more than on board. "Mom we made it!!!!" Strowman, real name Adam Scherr, said on Instagram. "Coming to you this fall on [USA Network] Everything On The Menu. Where I eat my way across the country at some of the most amazing restaurants where I EAT EVERYTHING ON THE MENU. EVERY SINGLE THING!!!! I can't wait for everyone to see it!!! More Pro Wrestling: WWE Wants Big Money From Cities To Host John Cena's Retirement Match Despite a previous release in 2021, Strowman has been a constant presence in WWE since his debut in 2015 as a member of The Wyatt Family. In his nearly decade on the roster, Strowman earned numerous accolades, including the WWE Universal Championship, the Intercontinental Championship, and the WWE Raw Tag Team Championship twice. Strowman also won Money in the Bank in 2018, the Greatest Royal Rumble in 2018, and the André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal in 2019. More Pro Wrestling: Released Superstar Happy to Leave WWE WWE Superstar Braun Strowman Was Released For Two Major Reasons: Report For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Reason for Surprise WWE Releases Revealed: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Professional wrestling fans around the world were shocked when WWE released well over a dozen Superstars from the company. The releases included multiple tenured members of the roster, including Braun Strowman, Shayna Baszler, and Dakota Kai. Updated list of released talent today: • Katana Chance • Kayden Carter • Dakota Kai • Braun Strowman • Shayna Baszler • Gigi Dolin • Cora Jade • Eddy Thrope • Riley Osborne • Jakara Jackson • Gallus • Oro Mensah • Javier Bernal — Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) May 3, 2025 Needless to say, the releases confused many fans. Now, recent reports have seemingly revealed why these wrestlers were cut. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JANUARY 25: Jacob Fatu in action against Braun Strowman during Saturday Night's Main Event at Frost Bank Center on January 25, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JANUARY 25: Jacob Fatu in action against Braun Strowman during Saturday Night's Main Event at Frost Bank Center on January 25, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas. WWE/Getty Images During an episode of Wrestling Observer Radio, pro wrestling insider Dave Meltzer revealed the individual reasons he was allegedly told that these wrestlers are no longer with WWE. Meltzer indicated that the Monster Among Men may have been too pricey for what they wanted him to do. "He is the one that the salary was too high; one person told me that they felt he was being... he was paid more than how they were using him," Meltzer said. "The reality of Braun Strowman is that ever since he had that hamstring injury, he's never been the same." More Pro Wrestling: Released WWE Superstar Retires From Pro Wrestling Meanwhile, Meltzer believed that Baszler was released because of her age. It's worth noting that WWE has multiple wrestlers older than Baszler still on the roster. "Shayna is very good at being Shayna Baszler. In WWE, at times, they let her be Shayna Baszler," Meltzer said, seemingly indicating that she was misused by the company. That being said, Meltzer believes that Baszler and Dakota Kai will easily find homes in other promotions. More Pro Wrestling: Braun Strowman Details Brutal Injuries Suffered With WWE While Shotzi wasn't released, her contract is set to expire soon, and she was informed that it wouldn't be renewed. "So, Shotzi's contract is expired or is expiring, so in her case, she will be able to go as soon as her contract is expired; there will be no non-compete," Meltzer stated. "Shotzi's a hard worker, you know." Shotzi has already made moves for her post-WWE career, releasing a promo on social media. Whatever happens next I'm ready for it. Stay ballsy my friends. 💚 — Shotzi (@ShotziWWE) May 1, 2025 Finally, Meltzer turned his attention to the released NXT talent, saying that some were released due to not being seen as "main roster material" and others were "lazy" and "not working hard in training." "Many of those cut were perceived as not working hard in training," Meltzer explained. "And if you don't work hard in training, there's so many people who do. And at this point, if the feeling is you're not working hard in training - I saw the term 'lazy' - the ones who are lazy are gonna be gone, and the ones who didn't stand out are gonna be gone." This assessment was immediately met with criticism from some of the released wrestlers. More Pro Wrestling: AEW Star is Already Teasing Major Reunion With Released WWE Superstar "When I wasn't traveling to work for either of the two companies I was working for, I trained very hard 3-4 days a week, bumping my ass off and doing cardio drills with one of the best/toughest coaches I've worked with," Priscilla Kelly (Gigi Dolin) said. "And worked out every single day. With live events every other weekend. So yeah I don't wanna hear this lol. The way my body feels says otherwise." When I wasn't traveling to work for either of the two companies I was working for, I trained very hard 3-4 days a week, bumping my ass off and doing cardio drills with one of the best/toughest coaches I've worked with. And worked out every single day. With live events every other… — Priscilla Kelly (@HellsFavoritePK) May 4, 2025 Elayna Black (Cora Jade) agreed, saying, "This, plus can't forget having to go to my own gym outside of work after 'strength and conditioning' that wasn't doing anything for me other than get me body shamed by my bosses, coworkers, and fans :) crazy!" This, plus can't forget having to go to my own gym outside of work after 'strength and conditioning' that wasn't doing anything for me other than get me body shamed by my bosses, coworkers, and fans :) crazy! — Elayna Black (@ElaynaBlack) May 4, 2025 While it's sad that these wrestlers were released, one thing remains true: all of them are incredibly talented and will no doubt find their way back to doing what they love. More Pro Wrestling: Two AEW Wrestlers Released: Report Injured AEW Wrestler Is Getting Closer To Making In-Ring Return: Report For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WWE Makes Shocking Talent Releases Just Before 'Friday Night SmackDown'
WWE made some office cuts on Friday, but now talent releases have been reported. Fightful reports that Dakota Kai, Braun Strowman, Shayna Baszler, Kayden Carter, and Katana Chance have been let go from their WWE contracts. The report noted that internal memos were sent out informing those in the company of the latest talent cuts. Advertisement This isn't the first time Strowman has been released by WWE. The former WWE titleholder was cut in 2021. "The Monster Among Men" was brought back in 2022 when Paul "Triple H" Levesque became the chief content officer of WWE. Strowman had recently been involved in the WWE United States Championship picture. Braun Strowman poses on the turnbuckle during an episode of "WWE SmackDown."(via WWE) Kai is another name that had previously been cut by WWE. The now-former Damage CTRL member was first let go by WWE in 2022. At the time, the company hadn't planned on renewing her expiring deal. Kai was brought back to WWE several months later. Baszler had been a member of the WWE roster since 2017. She enjoyed success on "WWE NXT," where she won the top female championship on the brand. Baszler had been a regular on the main roster since 2020. More to come. Related: Injured 'WWE Raw' Superstar Makes Stunning Return in London
