In a significant development confirming the end of their WWE chapter, Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux have been legitimately removed from WWE’s internal active roster following the expiration of their contracts on August 10, 2025. This update dispels earlier speculation that their absence might be part of a storyline, firmly establishing their exit from the company as real[1][2][3].
Both Kross and Scarlett were quietly moved to the WWE Alumni section on WWE.com immediately after their contracts expired at midnight August 10, signaling no ongoing ties or new deals with the promotion. Alongside them, fellow talent Ashante “Thee” Adonis also saw his contract expire, with all three names removed from WWE’s internal roster systems without any official renewal announcements[1][2]. WWE has yet to release a formal statement regarding these departures, but sources inside the company have confirmed the situation is genuine and not a narrative twist[1].
Backstage reports reveal that Karrion Kross and Scarlett had informed colleagues months in advance that their contracts were ending this August, and that they were preparing to move on. Initially, WWE had booked Kross and Scarlett to appear on a recent episode of Monday Night Raw, but their travel was canceled abruptly. Notably, the storyline surrounding Kross’ recent loss to Sami Zayn at SummerSlam — which required Kross to admit he was wrong about Zayn — went unaddressed on the show, reinforcing their disassociation from ongoing WWE programming[1][2].
Fightful Select has been one of the primary wrestling news outlets reporting on the situation, confirming the expiration date and noting that Kross and Scarlett are expected to publicly discuss their WWE futures in the coming days. There were earlier rumors and reports, including from the Wrestling Observer Radio, suggesting WWE might have extended an offer to Kross; however, Kross himself denied receiving any such offer, making the circumstances appear more complex than a simple contract negotiation breakdown[1][2][4]. Sources within WWE expressed surprise that contract renewal talks progressed so late, especially as WWE has generally been proactive about talent contracts in recent years[2].
The end of Kross and Scarlett’s WWE tenure holds additional significance given Kross’s increasing popularity among fans, particularly after a strong crowd reaction during a July 7 episode of Raw. Despite the momentum, WWE did not move to secure their contracts, fueling widespread fan disappointment and speculation about the company’s creative direction regarding the duo[4].
Looking ahead, Karrion Kross and Scarlett’s options outside WWE are intriguing but potentially complicated. While their previous exits from promotions like TNA were reportedly unpleasant, sources suggest there is no longer any bad blood, and the current WWE partnerships with promotions such as TNA and AAA (where Kross and Scarlett have past ties) might influence future opportunities. Additionally, Kross’s connections to independent promotions like GCW, MLW, and past work with NJPW Strong offer avenues for their next career steps, although the wrestling landscape now differs significantly compared to a few years ago[2].
According to a WWE insider, “This isn’t a storyline or a work. Karrion and Scarlett’s removals from the roster are definitive moves signaling their departure. The company has been informed internally, and the duo will likely speak to their futures soon.” The abrupt nature of their last-minute contract expiration and removal from WWE underscores the unpredictable and often fragile nature of wrestling contracts in today’s business[1][2].
Fans looking forward to any official confirmation or comments from Karrion Kross and Scarlett can anticipate statements within the next few days, as reported by Fightful and other wrestling news outlets[1][3]. Their departure marks yet another reshuffle in WWE’s evolving roster during a critical period of rebuilding and repositioning talent ahead of future events.
This development also spotlights how WWE handles contract expirations behind the scenes, often quietly transitioning talent out of active status without the promotional fanfare that traditionally accompanied such changes. As of August 10, 2025, Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux join the ranks of former WWE stars poised to redefine their careers outside the company.
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