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Hideo Itami Granted Release From WWE
The talent exodus from WWE continues. Last night, it was reported from various outlets that Hideo Itami asked for, and was granted his released from WWE. The company has yet to release a statement in regards to Itami’s status, but social media has seen an outpouring of support for him.
Itami was signed to WWE back in 2014, and many in and out of the company championed the signing. While his run started out strong with matches against Finn Balor, and even competiting in the Andre The Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania 31, his push we be derailed from a shoulder injury he suffered in May of 2015. The injury would require surgery, and he would not be seen on TV until April of 2017 when he returned to NXT.
Jason’s Take:
The talent asking for releases continues. Itami was long under utilized by WWE, and should have had a main roster run outside of 205 Live. I’m sure companies in Japan are going to be lining up to bring him in, and, oh, that little company called All Elite Wrestling may have an interest in him. Itami vs Jericho? Yes, please! It’s fascinating to me that since the AEW press conference just a few short weeks ago that we are seeing so many stars either asking for their releases, or not resigning with their respective companies.
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Andrew Yang: WWE Stars Should Be SAG‑AFTRA Members, Echoing Kevin Nash
Andrew Yang weighed in after Kevin Nash suggested on his Kliq This podcast that WWE performers should consider joining SAG‑AFTRA amid reports WWE/TKO has asked some talent to accept pay cuts. Responding to a Cultaholic post, Yang wrote, “Nash is right — WWE wrestlers participate in highly-rated scripted programming every week. They should be SAG-AFTRA members already.”
Yang has repeatedly criticized WWE’s treatment of talent and the company’s classification of wrestlers as independent contractors, pointing to past disputes like the 2020 Twitch policy that briefly saw Zelina Vega leave the company. He also took aim at recent creative decisions, arguing earlier this year that increased celebrity involvement at WrestleMania and corporate priorities have sidelined the core wrestling performers.
Originally reported by Wrestling Observer: https://www.f4wonline.com/news/wwe/andrew-yang-wwe-wrestlers-should-be-sag-aftra-members-already/.
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Violent J: JCW aiming to expand beyond Juggalos, pursue “new goal”
Violent J told The Bryan and Vinny Show that Juggalo Championship Wrestling is “hungry for a new goal,” with plans to broaden its appeal beyond ICP’s fanbase and compete with other indy promotions. He said JCW is getting serious about being taken seriously in the wrestling world, mixing tongue‑in‑cheek entertainment with legitimate in‑ring variety so the product can attract general wrestling fans, not just Juggalos.
JCW will continue to lean into its over‑the‑top roots while adding diverse wrestling styles to reach a wider audience; Violent J emphasized he wants “a little bit of everything” so every fan sees something they enjoy. Episodes of JCW Lunacy air Thursdays on the Psychopathic Records YouTube channel, and the promotion recently posted the full StrangleMania show from WrestleMania 42 week in Las Vegas.
Originally reported by Wrestling Observer: https://www.f4wonline.com/news/other-wrestling/violent-j-says-jcw-wants-to-appeal-to-more-than-just-juggalos/.
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