Overview

• WWE confirmed a new wave of talent releases on May 2, affecting main roster veterans and recently featured NXT stars.
• Released names include Braun Strowman, Dakota Kai, Shayna Baszler, Cora Jade, Eddy Thorpe, Gigi Dolin, and Jakara Jackson, among others.
• Many of the released talents had been off television for weeks, though NXT stars like Cora Jade and Eddy Thorpe were still involved in active storylines.
• Contractual details remain unclear, with some released talents potentially facing 90-day non-compete clauses while others may be free agents immediately.
• These roster changes follow corporate layoffs earlier in the week, signaling broader restructuring within WWE's operations.