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WWE Releases NXT Standout Wes Lee and Others Hours Before Crown Jewel

Independent reports were corroborated as wrestlers posted booking emails, reflecting cuts across NXT veterans to LFG newcomers.

Overview

  • Wes Lee headlines a group of nine reported departures that also includes Stevie Turner, Lance Anoa'i, Jin Tala, Drako Knox, Haze Jameson, Summer Sorrell, BJ Ray, and Jamar Hampton.
  • BodySlam.net first reported the cuts with confirmation from Fightful, followed by coverage from mainstream outlets as details circulated ahead of the Perth event.
  • Turner and Anoa'i publicly confirmed their exits on social media, while several others shared booking contacts to signal availability.
  • Lee is a former NXT North American Champion and ex‑MSK member, making his release the most prominent among the names listed.
  • Several lesser-known departures trace back to WWE's LFG pipeline and appearances on Tubi's Evolve, indicating movement across both established and developmental tiers, with some fan speculation about Lee's next destination.