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Madison Rayne Says ROH Bout Was Her Final Match, Signaling End of 20-Year In-Ring Career

She frames the decision as a turn toward coaching after her father's death.

Overview

  • Rayne delivered the news in a backstage promo following the Jan. 1 ROH on HonorClub episode.
  • She teamed with Deonna Purrazzo and was pinned in a tag loss to Billie Starkz and Diamante.
  • The segment presented her statement as the close of her in-ring career, though she did not use the word “retire.”
  • Rayne said she lost a piece of herself after her father's passing and intends to find purpose by coaching and mentoring.
  • A decorated veteran, she is best known for TNA success as a five-time Knockouts World Champion and three-time Knockouts Tag Team Champion, with additional runs in SHIMMER, OVW, and the 2018 Mae Young Classic.