Former WWE champion Jinder Mahal limits his professional wrestling bookings
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Former WWE Champion Jinder Mahal has significantly reduced his independent wrestling bookings, citing personal dissatisfaction with the current experience. During an appearance on the Busted Open radio program, Mahal acknowledged that his decision is rooted in a personal perspective on his career status rather than financial necessity. While maintaining a love for the business and engagement with younger talent, he expressed that the environment surrounding smaller venue shows no longer aligns with his expectations. Mahal continues to accept select appearances based on the perceived professionalism of promotions, specifically evaluating their marketing quality and graphic design standards. He remains committed to eight upcoming dates across Italy, Spain, and India. The performer noted that while he is not formally retired from the independent circuit, he has become increasingly selective about where he chooses to perform.
- •Jinder Mahal stopped taking regular independent wrestling bookings several months ago.
- •He bases future booking decisions on the professional standards of the promotion.
- •Eight upcoming dates remain on his schedule for Italy, Spain, and India.
- •Mahal cites his ego and dissatisfaction with the independent venue experience as primary factors.
- 2:00 PMWrestling Inc — Former WWE Star Jinder Mahal Says He Stopped Taking Indie Bookings: 'It's Not Fun'
"Ex-WWE star Jinder Mahal has explained why he doesn't take many indie bookings anymore, despite his love for pro wrestling and the business.
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