Following his surprising release from WWE in September 2025, former WWE United States and NXT Champion Andrade has officially confirmed his first post-WWE wrestling appearance. Andrade will be competing at The Crash event on Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Auditorio Fausto Gutierrez Moreno in Tijuana, Mexico. This marks the first confirmed booking for the high-profile star since his second departure from WWE earlier this month[3].

Manuel Alfonso Andrade Oropeza, known simply as Andrade in WWE, was released after nearly a year and a half on his second WWE run, a tenure that began with a surprise return in the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble and concluded following SummerSlam 2025. The veteran competitor last appeared on WWE programming on August 3...

Braun Strowman, known as “The Monster of All Monsters,” has officially announced his new venture beyond WWE—a food-themed television series premiering this October on USA Network. After his release from WWE in May 2025, Strowman is keeping active in the entertainment world, with his new show Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman set to debut on October 24, immediately following Friday Night SmackDown[1][3].

Formerly a dominant force in WWE, where he held the Universal Championship and was part of The Wyatt Family, Strowman’s departure from WWE marked a turning point in his career. While he has expressed frustration over his WWE release, calling it a “stupid business decision” and stating that WWE “doesn’t care about their fans,” he has...

Andrade, the former United States Champion and NXT star, was quietly released by WWE in September 2025 under disciplinary circumstances, ending his second recent run with the company amid backstage controversies and behind-the-scenes issues. The unexpected dismissal has left fans and insiders wondering about Andrade’s next move and the reasons behind his WWE firing.

WWE Releases Andrade Amid Disciplinary Action

According to multiple credible reports including The Takedown on Sports Illustrated and wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer, Andrade’s WWE departure was not mutual but rather a company decision linked to disciplinary issues[1][2][3]. Sources confirmed Andrade was suspended without pay due to a violation of WWE’s wellness policy during his most recent stint. While specific details of the violation remain undisclosed, it...

John Cena, the 16-time WWE World Champion and international superstar, has long been recognized not only for his wrestling accomplishments but also for his commitment to bridging cultural divides, particularly with Chinese fans. As recently shared by WWE Superstar The Miz on the “Bussin’ With The Boys” podcast, one of the most important lessons Cena imparted during their rivalry was a testament to Cena’s discipline and passion for language learning.

Cena’s Mandarin journey began as part of WWE’s broader strategy to expand into the Chinese market, a move that required more than just charisma in the ring. Cena took it upon himself to learn Mandarin, using simple tools like flashcards during WWE tours to spruce up his language skills. This...