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WWE releases Jasper Troy during latest round of NXT talent cuts

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 7:08 PM

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

WWE releases Jasper Troy during latest round of NXT talent cuts
Summary

WWE has initiated a new round of talent releases centered on its NXT developmental brand. The company previously parted ways with over two-dozen talents following WrestleMania 42 earlier this year. Jasper Troy is the first performer confirmed to be affected by these current personnel moves. Troy joined the organization in 2022 and later secured an NXT contract after winning the first season of the reality series WWE LFG. During his tenure, he held the WWE Speed Championship for over 100 days before losing the title to Elio LeFleur. While reports indicate that additional cuts are currently underway, no main roster talent is expected to be included in this cycle.

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Key Details
  • •Jasper Troy is the first talent confirmed released in the latest round of cuts.
  • •The cuts currently target the WWE NXT brand exclusively.
  • •Jasper Troy previously held the WWE Speed Championship for more than 100 days.
  • •Main roster performers are not expected to be impacted by these departures.
  • •WWE released over two-dozen talents four months ago after WrestleMania 42.
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  • 7:08 PMWrestling Inc — Report: WWE Releasing NXT Talents
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WWE is reportedly in the midst of another round of talent cuts, specifically targeted at the "WWE NXT" brand.

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