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Lance Anoa'i Announces WWE Departure After Injury Layoffs

His post referenced '30days,' indicating a probable non-compete before taking independent bookings.

Overview

  • Lance Anoa'i said on social media that he has left WWE, sharing a booking email and writing '30days' in his announcement.
  • He signed in 2024 as a Performance Center recruit but never made an in-ring debut, with reporting noting he was sidelined by injuries.
  • His exit coincided with a broader round of developmental departures reported by Bodyslam and confirmed by Fightful, including Wes Lee and Stevie Turner.
  • Multiple talents, such as Drako Knox and Jamar Hampton, publicly confirmed their releases, while Zara Zakher said her WWE ID deal expired.
  • No medical specifics on Anoa'i were disclosed, and coverage did not include an official WWE statement; he highlighted 15 years on the independents and prior MLW tag success.