Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods share animated video hinting at post-WWE future

Former WWE stars Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods released an animated video on Instagram on July 29, 2026, portraying their escape from a circus, which symbolizes their impending freedom from WWE as their noncompete clauses expire next week. The video features the duo as unicorn stallions breaking free from chains, addressing their former tag team partner Big E, represented as a trapped stallion. It generated significant attention online, with speculation growing about their potential signing with AEW. Kingston and Woods are expected to seek new opportunities following their departure from WWE, with many anticipating their debut at AEW's All In event next month.

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