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John Cena is set to retire from WWE as an active wrestler on December 13, 2025, on SNME There is a possibility of him retiring by putting over some young

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 19

Baron Corbin Expresses Frustration at NXT Homecoming Snub

This past Tuesday, WWE held the NXT special, Homecoming, which was a celebration of the history of NXT and its return to Full Sail University. In the video package that aired at the beginning of the show, many stars were highlighted who helped create NXT into what it is now.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / September 10

The Chip On The Shoulder Of Bishop Dyer Comes From A Very Healthy Place (Exclusive)

Bishop Dyer -- formerly known as Baron Corbin in WWE -- is days away from the MLW Fightland event in Dallas this weekend and ready for the opportunity that stands before him.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 8

Baron Corbin Shares Backstage Details About One Of WWE's More Disgusting Angles

There have been a lot of gross on-screen angles throughout WWE history, but one of the more memorable ones in recent history saw a helpless Roman Reigns having dog food poured over his head.

Bishop Dyer Talks About WWE’s Contract Tactic: 'They Lowball You'

Bishop Dyer, formerly known as Baron Corbin in WWE, recently sat down with Jonathan Coach on Sirius XM’s Off The Ropes show, and discussed his time with the company.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / March 26

Former Baron Corbin: ‘Part of me is angry I got let go’ from WWE

Bishop Dyer, formerly known as Baron Corbin, spoke about his future plans during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show on Wednesday. Dyer has wrestled for GCW and Maple Leaf Pro since his WWE departure last November.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Fired WWE Superstar Booked for First Appearance Since Release

A former member of the WWE roster has taken his first booking since being released by the company. WWE recently cut ties with some notable on-air talent such as Baron Corbin, Authors of Pain, and Blair Davenport.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / March 1

Baron Corbin to challenge for NWA World title at Maple Leaf Pro Mayhem

The first match has been announced for Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling Mayhem. Bishop Dyer, formerly known as WWE’s Baron Corbin, will challenge Thomas Latimer for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship on the show.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 21

Popular WWE Monday Night Raw Superstar No Longer Under Contract

One notable superstar is no longer under contract with WWE. The top wrestling promotion has seen its share of talent releases as of late. Names such as Sonya Deville and Baron Corbin have made their exits from the company in recent weeks.

Tom Pestock (Formerly Baron Corbin) Discusses His Shocking WWE Departure

Tom Pestock became a staple of WWE programming while wrestling under the Baron Corbin name, cementing himself as a fixture of weekly TV during his decade-plus run with the company.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 23

Baron Corbin Discusses His Future And Potential Moves To AEW, TNA Or NJPW

Former WWE Superstar Baron Corbin, for now known by his real name Tom Pestock, is officially on the free agent market and he's ready to explore all his options.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / January 23

Former Baron Corbin would love to compete for NJPW, confirms new wrestling name

The former Baron Corbin has his sights on competing in Japan following his exit from WWE. Tom Pestock departed WWE in November 2024 when he was informed that his contract would not be renewed.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / January 22

Baron Corbin files trademark for potential new name

Tom Pestock, FKA as WWE’s Baron Corbin, has filed to trademark a potential new name. According to documents available on the US Patent and Trademark Office website, Pestock filed to trademark the name “Bishop Dyer” on January 21, 2025. Attorney Michael E.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / January 20

Former WWE Star Baron Corbin Comes to Tony Khan’s Defense In Rey Fenix Drama: Is He Aiming For A Job In AEW?

Baron Corbin had a good run in WWE. And following his last tenure in NXT, he seemed poised for a big push on the main roster. Instead, WWE released Corbin in 2024.

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The People vs. GCW notes: Baron Corbin/Tom Pestock debuts, new champions crowned

GCW’s anticipated return to New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom for Sunday’s The People vs. GCW saw several new champions crowned as well as the first post-WWE match for the former Baron Corbin.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / January 1

Daily Update: WWE-Netflix, AEW Dynamite, Baron Corbin

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Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 1

Former WWE Champion Baron Corbin Confirms Contract Status, Ready To "Create"

Former WWE star, Baron Corbin, is officially a free agent and ready to create in 2025. Corbin took to social media on Wednesday afternoon and confirmed his contractual status with WWE as the new year began.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / November 13, 2024

'I did that for nothing,' WWE Hall of Famer disappointed for losing his retirement match against 40-year-old star after his controversial release

WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle faced recently released WWE star Baron Corbin at WrestleMania 35 in 2019. Although this match received massive backlash from the fans, it holds a special place for being the retirement match of the Olympic Gold Medalist.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 12, 2024

Kurt Angle Breaks Silence On Baron Corbin's WWE Departure

It's been over five years since Kurt Angle had his retirement match at WrestleMania 35 and the WWE Hall of Famer is starting to question some creative decisions that led up to that night.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / November 12, 2024

Kurt Angle ‘a little disappointed’ WWE didn’t do more with Baron Corbin

Now that Baron Corbin’s WWE career is over, Kurt Angle feels “a little disappointed” that the company didn’t do more with Corbin after WrestleMania 35.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / November 1, 2024

WWE Makes 3 Surprising Roster Cuts, Including Former US Champion Baron Corbin

WWE made a round of surprise roster cuts on Friday night, and it includes a former main roster and NXT champion. The current WWE roster is as strong as it has ever been.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / April 23, 2024

Baron Corbin vs. Lexis King added to WWE NXT lineup

A new match has been added to the lineup for tonight's NXT. Lexis King vs. Baron Corbin is now scheduled for the show. Yesterday, WWE posted a video of King attempting to give Corbin a parting gift, as he assumed Corbin would be leaving NXT now that his tag partner Bron Breakker is on the main roster. "I don't know where you heard that.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / March 27, 2024

Baron Corbin Ear Glued Back Together After Clothesline From Otis (Video)

A shot from Otis caused Baron Corbin to require his ear to be glued back together during a very hard-hitting match on NXT this week. NXT continues to to build towards Stand & Deliver on April 1.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / February 13, 2024

Bron Breakker & Baron Corbin win Tag Team titles on WWE NXT

New NXT Tag Team Champions were crowned on Tuesday. Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin defeated Tony D’Angelo and Stacks in the main event of NXT to win the Tag Team titles for the first time.

Wrestling News / Wrestling News / December 9, 2023

WWE NXT Deadline results: Ilja Dragunov retains NXT Title in hard-fought headliner

WWE NXT Champion Ilja Dragunov vs. Baron Corbin was booked at this year’s WWE NXT Deadline premium live event. The following is the play-by-play coverage of the match: Dragunov put up a fight at first before Corbin started to beat him down and get heat.