Jinder Mahal Released from WWE
A former WWE Champion, Jinder Mahal, has been released from the company along with several other superstars in a recent batch of releases. This news has sent shockwaves through the professional wrestling community.
Details of the Release
Jinder Mahal, known for being the first man of Indian descent to hold the WWE title, was part of the group of superstars let go by the company. His teammates Veer Mahan, Sanga, Xia Lee, and Xyon Quinn were also included in the releases.
Noncompete Clause
Any talent released from Raw or SmackDown, including Jinder Mahal, will have a 90-day noncompete clause, preventing them from wrestling for another company. NXT superstar Xyon Quinn will have a 30-day noncompete period.
Reactions from the Superstars
Jinder Mahal took to Twitter to express his feelings about the release, stating, ‘I Quit. Maharaja Out 💰’ and updating his bio to ‘🔥 Free Agent – 90 Days.’ His teammates also shared their thoughts on social media.
Veer Mahan wrote, ‘When it comes to the honor and respect of Indians, sacrifice comes first. Good Bye WWE 🙏🏾 Jai Jai Shri Ram 🙇🏽♂️🚩,’ while Sanga added, ‘I will die but I will not bow down. Neither me nor my India. Jai Hind 🙏 #wwe.’
Reflections from Xia Li
Xia Li, the first female Chinese superstar in WWE, shared a heartfelt message reflecting on her time with the company. She expressed gratitude for the opportunities and experiences she gained during her seven years with WWE.
She thanked WWE, HHH, coaches at the Performance Center, co-workers, and fans for their support and encouragement. Xia Li described her journey with WWE as wonderful and expressed excitement for new beginnings.
Support from Fellow Wrestlers
Following the news of the releases, Xia Li’s fellow wrestlers showed their support on social media. Messages of love and encouragement poured in from her colleagues, highlighting the strong bond within the wrestling community.
Despite the challenges, Xia Li remains optimistic about the future and is grateful for the love and support she has received from fans and peers.
