🔥 Shocking WWE Releases 2025 – Big Names Like Braun Strowman & Shayna Baszler FIRED! 😱
BREAKING NEWS: WWE has just dropped a HUGE BOMBSHELL – 15 wrestlers have been RELEASED in one night! 😲
Imagine waking up to find out that Braun Strowman, the monster of WWE, is GONE! Or that Shayna Baszler, the Queen of Spades, is no longer with the company!
Even rising stars like Dakota Kai, Gigi Dolin, and Cora Jade have been let go!
Why did WWE do this?
Where will these wrestlers go next?
Is this the end, or will they return someday?
👉 Keep reading to find out EVERYTHING about the biggest WWE releases today – you won’t believe some of the names on this list! 🚨
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WWE Releases 15 Wrestlers
Big Shocking News from WWE!
On Friday night, WWE surprised everyone by releasing 15 wrestlers from their contracts.
This includes big names like Braun Strowman, Shayna Baszler, and Dakota Kai, along with many talented stars from NXT.
Fans were shocked to see so many popular wrestlers leaving WWE at once.
Many of them were doing well in their matches and storylines, so their release came as a big surprise.
List of Wrestlers Released by WWE
Here is the full list of wrestlers who are no longer with WWE:
- Braun Strowman (Former Universal Champion)
- Shayna Baszler (Former NXT Women’s Champion)
- Dakota Kai (Part of Damage CTRL)
- Kayden Carter
- Katana Chance
- Cora Jade
- Gigi Dolin
- Eddy Thorpe
- Riley Osborne
- Jakara Jackson
- Wolfgang
- Joe Coffey
- Mark Coffey (This also ends the group Gallus in NXT)
- Ora Mensah
- Javier Bernal
Why Were These Releases So Shocking?
Some of these wrestlers were big names in WWE, while others were rising stars in NXT. Let’s look at why fans are so surprised:
Braun Strowman – A Former World Champion
Braun Strowman is one of the most powerful wrestlers in WWE history.
He was recently fighting against Jacob Fatu, the new United States Champion.
Their matches were exciting, and fans loved their rivalry.
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So, why was he released? WWE has not given a reason, but many believe it could be due to budget cuts or creative plans changing.
Shayna Baszler – A Tough Fighter
Shayna Baszler was part of a tag team with Zoey Stark.
They were doing well together, and Shayna was known for her hard-hitting style.
She was also a former NXT Women’s Champion, so her release was unexpected.
Dakota Kai – A Fan Favourite
Dakota Kai was a key member of Damage CTRL, a popular group that included Bayley, IYO SKY, Asuka, and Kairi Sane.
She was also in the race for the Women’s Intercontinental Title.
Many fans thought WWE had big plans for her, so her release was a huge shock.
Other NXT Stars
Wrestlers like Gigi Dolin, Cora Jade, and Jakara Jackson were doing great in NXT.
Many believed they would soon move to the main roster (Raw or SmackDown).
But now, they have been let go, leaving fans wondering what went wrong.
What Happens Next for the Released Wrestlers?
WWE has some rules for wrestlers after they are released:
- Main Roster Stars (Like Braun, Shayna, Dakota, etc.) – They have a 90-day non-compete clause, meaning they cannot wrestle for any other company for 3 months.
- NXT Stars – They have a 30-day non-compete clause, meaning they must wait 1 month before joining another wrestling company.
During this time, WWE will still pay them, but they cannot appear on AEW, TNA, or any other wrestling show until their clause is over.
Where Could These Wrestlers Go Next?
Many fans think some of these wrestlers might join AEW (All Elite Wrestling) or TNA Wrestling. Both companies have signed many former WWE stars in the past.
- Braun Strowman could be a big star in AEW.
- Shayna Baszler might go to TNA, where her submission wrestling style would fit well.
- Dakota Kai could reunite with her old friends in AEW, like Bayley or IYO SKY (if they also leave WWE in the future).
Fan Reactions
Fans on Twitter, Reddit, and Instagram were very upset about these releases. Many said:
- “Why release Dakota Kai? She was doing so well!”
- “Braun Strowman is a legend. WWE made a mistake.”
- “Gigi Dolin and Cora Jade had so much potential.”
Some fans also blamed WWE for releasing too many wrestlers without giving them a proper chance.
Will Any of Them Return to WWE?
In wrestling, never say never! Many wrestlers have left WWE and come back later. Some big examples are:
- Drew McIntyre (Left WWE in 2014, returned in 2017)
- Jade Cargill (Left WWE in 2022, returned in 2023)
So, there’s always a chance that some of these wrestlers might return in the future.
Final Thoughts
This was a sad day for WWE fans, as many favourite wrestlers are now gone. But in wrestling, things change quickly. Maybe some of them will come back stronger in another company.
We wish all the released wrestlers good luck for their future!
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