Bishop Dyer in contract dispute with MLW amid WWE rumors

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Bishop Dyer in contract dispute with MLW amid WWE rumors
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Bishop Dyer, also known as Baron Corbin, is engaged in a contract dispute with Major League Wrestling (MLW) as he faces potential free agency discussions regarding a move to WWE. MLW addressed the situation on the latest episode of Fusion, highlighting tensions and Dyer's significant demands, including a luxury vehicle and hotel accommodations. Dyer's situation is complicated as he currently holds the tag team championship with Donovan Dijak. A decision from MLW CEO Court Bauer is expected next week. Meanwhile, Dyer has been active in the ring, recently participating in World Series Wrestling in Australia and recovering from an eye injury.

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  • Bishop Dyer is in a contract dispute with MLW.
  • Dyer's demands include a Range Rover and hotel suites.
  • He is currently the tag team champion with Donovan Dijak.
  • A decision from MLW CEO Court Bauer is expected next week.
  • Dyer recently competed in Australia and won a jiu-jitsu gold medal.
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  • 2:00 AMCageside SeatsBishop Dyer (aka Baron Corbin) is in ‘contract dispute’ with MLW
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Major League Wrestling teased breaking news on the status of Bishop Dyer (aka Baron Corbin) amidst rumors he’ll sign with WWE as a free agent. That topic was addressed on the latest episode of MLW Fusion, and the verdict is a contract dispute. MLW is rolling with this as a storyline angle. MLW presented the story with roving reporter Rich Bocchini dishing out scoops. Bocchini updated the situation with major tension brewing behind the scenes. Dyer dug deep for serious hardball, and he hired a notorious agent. Dyer is allegedly making outrageous demands, such as a $190,000 Range Rover as a signing bonus, $2,000 per night hotel suites, and investment from MLW into his coffee business. The sticky part for MLW is that Dyer is tag team champions with Donovan Dijak. Bocchini reported that a decision is coming from MLW CEO Court Bauer next week on Fusion. In the meantime, Dyer has been wrestling around the world. He recently competed for World Series Wrestling on a tour in Australia. Dyer suffered an eye injury that required eight stitches. Dyer healed up and was back on the grind winning a gold medal in a jiu-jitsu tournament. Added another gold to the collection today!!! #subcity pic.twitter.com/WAWCTosXDM — Tom (@TomPestock) June 20, 2026 Share your thoughts on the ‘contract dispute’ between Bishop Dyer and MLW.

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