Tonight’s WWE SmackDown episode was intended to pave the way for Elimination Chamber, but it turned out that many viewers were fixated on another development within the show. Around halfway through SmackDown, Cedric Alexander announced his departure from WWE, which initially appeared as an isolated incident. However, this is not the case, and since then, a total of 6 superstars have been released by WWE. It remains uncertain if more releases are imminent (as reported by Fightful).
Currently, the lineup for tonight features Alexander, Sonya Deville, Paul Ellering, Akam, Rezar, and Blair Davenport. According to Fightful, Sonya Deville’s contract is coming to an end in a few weeks, so upon its expiration, she will be able to enter the free agent market right away.
Despite the reservation, it’s Deville who stands out as the unexpected figure in this lineup. Known for her strong on-screen presence, she was a key member of the Pure Fusion Collective alongside Shayna Baszler and Zoey Stark on Raw. Given that the group disbanded, many didn’t foresee Deville’s absence from TV, let alone her release.
Among the unexpected names on this roster is Blair Davenport. Last year, she was promoted from NXT to SmackDown, yet she didn’t quite get the opportunity to establish a character or gain audience favoritism. An injury kept her out for a while, but upon her return, her screen time was minimal before her release.
Alexander’s sudden departure is unexpected, given his frequent appearances on NXT and recent contract renewal. He recently announced his release on platform X, assuring fans that his wrestling career isn’t over yet, and they can expect to see him again within the next three months.
For Akam and Rezar, their recent WWE stint has been an extraordinary ride. It appears they were already under contract with WWE before making their television debuts. They teamed up with Karrion Kross and Scarlett to establish the Final Testament faction, engaging in numerous feuds on Raw and SmackDown over the ensuing period. However, in recent months, they’ve been scarcely visible on TV. Kross has primarily shown up in backstage segments or on social media, with Scarlett usually accompanying him rather than the rest of their group.
We’ll make sure to update you with any new WWE news that comes our way. Meanwhile, we extend our well wishes to those who were released, hoping they find their way back into the ring swiftly.
You can talk all things wrestling with me in the comments or on Bluesky @knightofoa.
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2025-02-08 07:39