WWE Releases Multiple Stars Including Braun Strowman and Dakota Kai in Major Roster Shakeup

WWE released multiple stars including Braun Strowman, Dakota Kai, Shayna Baszler, and others in a major roster shakeup.
The cuts affected both main roster and NXT talent, with some possibly due to contract expirations rather than direct releases.
WWE has not provided an official explanation for the roster decisions, which follow recent behind-the-scenes staff reductions.

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WWE has executed significant roster cuts today, releasing former Universal Champion Braun Strowman alongside several women’s division standouts. The departures follow yesterday’s behind-the-scenes staff reductions, with Fightful and PWInsider confirming both main roster and NXT talent exits.

Strowman’s second WWE tenure concludes after two-and-a-half years, having previously been released in 2021. The powerhouse initially joined in 2013, capturing the Universal Championship during his first run. Other notable main roster cuts include:

Dakota Kai (2-time Women’s Tag Team Champion)
Shayna Baszler (2-time NXT Women’s Champion)
Kayden Carter & Katana Chance (former Women’s Tag Team Champions)

NXT releases feature former Women’s Tag Champion Cora Jade and Gallus members Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, and Wolfgang. Some exits may stem from contract expirations rather than direct releases.