WWE releases 11 stars who become free agents after non-compete clauses expire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:57 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
WWE has officially released 11 wrestlers, including Aleister Black and Kairi Sane, who are now free agents after their 90-day non-compete clauses ended. These releases follow WWE's recent trend of letting go of talent during routine layoffs post-WrestleMania. Many of these stars could soon attract interest from rival promotions like AEW and TNA. As WWE continues to adjust its roster, the free agent market appears to be increasingly active, especially with notable names like The New Day and Sheamus set to follow in the coming weeks.
- •WWE released over 40 stars in 2026.
- •Aleister Black and Kairi Sane are notable free agents.
- •Zelina Vega has filed a trademark for 'Xelina'.
- •The New Day and Sheamus will be available soon.
- •Rival promotions like AEW and TNA may pursue these talents.
- 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Released WWE Stars Officially Hit Free Agency—Here’s The Full List
"WWE has released more than 40 stars in 2026, and 11 of them, including Aleister Black, have officially hit the free agent market.
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