• 2 More Wrestlers Released From WWE, 15 Names Gone
The following NXT UK wrestlers were released from WWE today:
1. Flash Morgan Webster (former NXT UK Tag Team Champion)
2. Mark Andrews (former NXT UK Tag Team Champion)
3. Wild Boar
4. Jack Starz
5. Ashton Smith (former NXT UK Tag Team Champion)
6. Dave Mastiff
7. Emilia McKenzie
8. Sam Gradwell
9. Amale
10. Sha Samuels
11. Nina Samuels
12. Primate
13. Dani Luna
14. Rohan Raja
15. Kenny Williams
Below are the statements from some of these wrestlers about their releases:
Flash Morgan Webster: “As of today WWE and I have come to terms with the terms of my release. I want to thank them for all the opportunities they gave me over last 5 years and looking after me through injury. Excited to see what’s next. See you all soon.”
Mark Andrews: “After 6 great years with WWE, my time with the company has now come to an end. Excited to see what’s next.”
Wild Boar: “As of today I am no longer under contract with WWE. It’s been a wild experience and I’m thankful for everything it’s afforded me. I am excited for what’s next and I am buzzing to get back in that ring and go.”
Ashton Smith: “One hell of a ride ❤️❤️❤️”
Nina Samuels: “Hope you all enjoyed #TheNinaSamuelsShow, I’ve recorded some gems for you to enjoy over the next few weeks so tune in tonight to #NXTUK
Then, there’s a big wide world out there that #NeedsMoreNina 🤩”
Sha Samuels: “I’m now REALLY skint. Thanks for the laughs and it was a joy. Appreciate the opportunity WWE ❤️”
Rohan Raja: Very thankful to WWE for allowing me to entertain thousands every week. This is just a road bump for me and I solely believe that. I have a chip to prove and I’m going to do everything I can so I can get back to where I belong. I’ll be back! 💪🏽
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• ON THIS DAY IN WCW HISTORY (August 18, 1989) – NWA Power Hour
On this day in 1989, Ted Turner’s World Championship Wrestling aired an episode of their weekly TV show ‘NWA Power Hour’.
This episode featured pre-taped matches & storyline segments on the road to the ‘NWA Halloween Havoc 1989’ PPV.
The card can be found below:
– Ron Simmons vs. Sting
– NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair vs. Fidel Sierra
– Terry Funk’s Grill w/Teddy Long & Norman The Maniac
– U.S. Champion Lex Luger vs. Tommy Rich
