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4-time WWE Women’s Champion gets ‘semi-retired’ update after Backlash match

Just like that, another legend may have retired, as former four-time WWE Women’s Champion Asuka might be heading into retirement after her match against Iyo Sky at Backlash 2026. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer reports that Asuka is now considered “semi-retired” following her loss to Sky. Talent backstage was reportedly wishing her “goodbye” after […] The post 4-time WWE Women’s Champion gets ‘semi-retired’ update after Backlash match appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE Fans Chant For Fired Wrestler During Backlash Match

WWE fans chanted in favor of Kairi Sane at the Backlash PLE during a match between Asuka and Io Sky. Sane was previously involved a storyline with both women as three popular female wrestlers all coming from Japan. However, WWE pulled the rug from under Sane to fire her a few weeks ago during the […] The post WWE Fans Chant For Fired Wrestler During Backlash Match appeared first on HEAVY.

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Multiple WWE talents pushed to take 50% pay cut after ‘majorly pushed talent’ revelation

Just days after WWE WrestleMania 42, multiple emerging LFG, NXT, and established main-roster wrestlers were let go by WWE and TKO. Top names such as Kairi Sane, Aleister Black, and Zelina Vega made their way out of the promotion. This was followed by the veterans Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, who decided to mutually part […] The post Multiple WWE talents pushed to take 50% pay cut after ‘majorly pushed talent’ revelation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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AJ Styles was ‘a little confused’ by Kairi Sane’s shocking WWE release

Just days after the successful conclusion of the 2026 WWE WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, Nevada, fans received the shocking news of WWE’s roster cut. Several LFG, NXT, and main-roster Superstars were let go, including Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and even Kairi Sane. While Kingston and Woods were granted their release […] The post AJ Styles was ‘a little confused’ by Kairi Sane’s shocking WWE release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-WWE star Kairi Sane claps back at ‘walked away’ rumors after release

Think what you want to think about Kairi Sane’s WWE release, but the former Kabuki Warriors member has clapped back at the rumors surrounding her exit. Sane took to X, formerly Twitter, to post a viral message to clarify the rumors. She made it clear that she “never walked away,” and she has “given my […] The post Ex-WWE star Kairi Sane claps back at ‘walked away’ rumors after release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Does this WWE Backlash announcement tease recently released star’s return?

Could there be a chance that the recently released Kairi Sane makes her return at the upcoming WWE Backlash PLE during a match between Iyo Sky and Asuka? Shortly after the Apr. 27, 2026, edition of Monday Night RAW, WWE made a match between Sky and Asuka official at Backlash, which takes place on May […] The post Does this WWE Backlash announcement tease recently released star’s return? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The real reason WWE released Kairi Sane emerges

While it was shocking to fans, Kairi Sane’s release by WWE during the company’s latest round of roster cuts didn’t come as a surprise to some. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Radio (via WrestleTalk) reports that Sane’s release was granted because she “indicated that she wanted to move back” to Japan. Despite speculation, it […] The post The real reason WWE released Kairi Sane emerges appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE star Jade Cargill saves Iyo Sky in scary spot on RAW

Just a couple of weeks after Iyo Sky’s scary fall on Monday Night RAW, where she almost landed on her head, she did another similar spot, but luckily, WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill was there to make the save. During the Apr. 13, 2026, edition of RAW, Sky faced Kairi Sane, who was accompanied to […] The post WWE star Jade Cargill saves Iyo Sky in scary spot on RAW appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How WWE star Nikki Bella’s injury could decide fate of another WrestleMania match

Despite the entirety of the WWE WrestleMania 42 card being announced, the recent leg injury suffered by Nikki Bella could have major implications for another potential match. Bryan Alvarez of the Wrestling Observer reports that there’s a reason WWE hasn’t announced Sky vs. Asuka for WrestleMania 42. They are holding out to see if Bella […] The post How WWE star Nikki Bella’s injury could decide fate of another WrestleMania match appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE’s Kairi Sane causes stir with cryptic message after MSG RAW

Following the Mar. 30, 2026, edition of Monday Night RAW at Madison Square Garden, WWE Superstar Kairi Sane posted a cryptic message on social media. In a since-expired Instagram Stories post (via Punk on X, formerly Twitter), Sane promised her fans that she will continue to try her best. It’s so over guys 💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/8R3RODkWt9 […] The post WWE’s Kairi Sane causes stir with cryptic message after MSG RAW appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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New angle surfaces of WWE star Iyo Sky’s scary fall on RAW

They don’t call it a “suicide dive” for nothing, as WWE star Iyo Sky learned, nearly suffering a scary injury during the latest episode of Monday Night RAW at Madison Square Garden. She faced Judgment Day member Raquel Rodriguez during the Mar. 30, 2026, edition of RAW. At one point, Sky attempted a suicide dive […] The post New angle surfaces of WWE star Iyo Sky’s scary fall on RAW appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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