Kofi Kingston files trademarks hinting at new wrestling identity
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:23 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Kofi Kingston has submitted two trademark filings, indicating a shift in his wrestling persona after departing WWE with Xavier Woods earlier this year. The trademarks, Kofi Sarkodie-Mensah and KSM, are intended for merchandise and wrestling-related appearances. Kingston's attorney, Michael E. Dockins, is known for assisting wrestlers in securing trademarks. Speculation surrounds a potential move to AEW, although no concrete details have emerged. Kingston and Woods have also scheduled an appearance at Chris Jericho's Rock N Wrestling Rager Cruise in November.
- •Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods left WWE earlier this year.
- •Kingston filed trademarks for Kofi Sarkodie-Mensah and KSM.
- •Trademarks are for merchandise and wrestling appearances.
- •Potential move to AEW is rumored without confirmation.
- •Kingston and Woods will join Chris Jericho's cruise in November.
- 3:23 PMWrestling Inc — Former WWE Star Kofi Kingston Files Trademarks Hinting At New Ring Name
"Earlier this year, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods departed WWE. Amidst rumors of where they will land next, Kingston has filed two new trademarks.
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