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Karrion Kross has been a hot name on the independent circuit since leaving the WWE in 2025, but could another return to the company be in the cards? Kross left WWE when his contract expired right after SummerSlam in August of 2025.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / January 4

Karrion Kross Back To WWE?: Just Now How You'd Think

Karrion Kross stays open to working with WWE, but it's unclear if WWE wants him back. He's close with Konnan and open to working AAA, though new WWE/TKO ownership complicates things.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / October 18

Aleister Black & Zelina's WWE SmackDown Promo Deemed Carbon Copy of Kross & Scarlett

Aleister Black and Zelina Vega's on-screen relationship is in full swing after a promo aired on SmackDown of the real-life couple warning the WWE roster that Black will be even more of a threat now that he's aligned with his wife.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / October 12

Vince Russo makes bold claim about Karrion Kross' WWE exit

In a recent episode of Sportskeeda's "Writing with Russo," Vince Russo, a former writer for WWE, shared a bold claim as to why Kross was allowed to leave the company.

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Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / September 25

Update On Karrion Kross' Career Inside And Outside The Ring

Killer Kross has been making waves across the greater pro wrestling world since leaving WWE. Kross has had an eventful 2025. After years of floundering through WWE's mid-card, WWE allowed his contract to expire after SummerSlam and he's been accepting independent bookings since.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 7, 2025

Karrion Kross Reveals Last-Minute Removal from 2025 WWE Royal Rumble

Karrion Kross says WWE pulled him from the 2025 Royal Rumble at the last minute. He says WWE downplayed him and told him to ignore fan support. Now free from WWE, he is rebranding as Killer Kross with multiple indie dates set.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / September 5, 2025

Karrion Kross Was Pulled From A Major WWE Match At The Last Minute

Karrion Kross was almost involved in a major WWE match before his return to television in March of this year. Kross (now going by his original alias of Killer Kross on the independent scene) was originally kept off TV following the culmination of a rivalry between his former faction the Final Testament and the Wyatt Sicks.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 3, 2025

Karrion Kross Hints WWE Is Giving His Big Creative Plans To Someone Else

WWE didn't renew Karrion Kross and Scarlett after SummerSlam; contracts expired a week later. Kross says big post-match creative was scrapped; he suspects WWE will give it to someone else.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 2, 2025

Killer Kross Demands Fairness and Transparency In Future Contracts

Killer Kross: Scarlett wasn't included in WWE's offer; low-ball terms drove my decision. Kross: Not necessarily a package deal; we'll take fair, respectful, transparent offers only.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 23, 2025

Former WWE Stars Send Fans Into Frenzy With Surprise GCW Cameo

Killer Kross and Scarlett appeared at GCW Homecoming, aiding Shotzi and blindsiding Matt Cardona. Their indie return fuels debate: permanent WWE exit or a worked swerve to keep Kross visible.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / August 19, 2025

Karrion Kross Announces First Post-WWE In-Ring Appearance

Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux are riding their wave of momentum right back into the greater pro wrestling scene after this major announcement. Kross took to X Tuesday afternoon to announce the couples' first in-ring appearance since the expiration of their WWE contracts.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 19, 2025

Karrion Kross & Scarlett Set for Post-WWE Debut at WrestlePro Event

Kross & Scarlett to appear at post-WWE event on 9/21 Kross left WWE due to contract snub with 24-hour deadline The independent wrestling circuit offers

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / August 16, 2025

Karrion Kross Never “Received A Contract” From WWE

Karrion Kross is barely a few days away from his last match with the WWE. With a revelation on YouTube, Kross revealed that both he and his wife, and on-screen manager Scarlett Bordeaux, had their contracts expire on August 10.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / August 15, 2025

Karrion Kross Reveals New Post-WWE Appearances

Karrion Kross and Scarlett are set for more appearances after leaving WWE. Kross and Scarlett had their contracts expire with the company on August 10, which was a surprising development for many professional wrestling fans given the buzz surrounding Kross in recent months.

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Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / August 15, 2025

Karrion Kross And Scarlett's Indy Rates Raise Questions Over WWE Departures

Karrion Kross and Scarlett have been the talk of the pro wrestling world since leaving WWE earlier this month due to their contract not be renewed by the company.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / August 14, 2025

Karrion Kross And Scarlett's First Announced Appearance After WWE Exit Revealed

Karrion Kross and Scarlett are set for an upcoming appearance after their recent WWE exits. The two superstars officially left the company on August 10 after their contracts expired, with Kross later revealing on The Ariel Helwani Show that WWE had rescinded its offer after he inquired about the valuation of the proposed agreement.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 13, 2025

Karrion Kross To Return With New Gimmick? Ex-WWE Star Prosposes 'Killer' Storyline

Karrion Kross has been told what to negotiate with WWE if he returns to the company following the expiration of his contract. The 40-year-old seemed to confirm his time with the company was over with a post on his X account on August 11.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / August 11, 2025

Why Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux Walked Away From WWE

WWE has quietly updated its website, moving Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux to the Alumni section. This change confirms their contracts officially expired on August 10, 2025, and were not renewed.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / August 10, 2025

Karrion Kross & Scarlett Appear To Be Free Agents, Mystery Still Clouds WWE Status

It appears as though Karrion Kross and Scarlett are officially free agents. Their contracts expired as of midnight on Sunday, August 10, and they were both moved to the alumni section of WWE's website overnight, along with Ashante Thee Adonis - whose contract with the company has also now expired.

Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / August 8, 2025

Karrion Kross Addresses WWE Contract Situation As Expiration Reportedly Nears

Both Karrion Kross and Scarlett are just days away from hitting free agency. According to recent reports, the current WWE contracts for the real life couple are set to expire this weekend and there's been some dispute over whether or not the company has made them an offer to stay.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / June 28, 2025

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Wrestling News / The Takedown on SI / June 4, 2025

Latest Report On Karrion Kross' WWE Future Amid Contract Uncertainty

The clock is ticking down to Karrion Kross hitting free agency, and WWE has so far shown no urgency in getting a deal done with the popular Raw Superstar.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / June 4, 2025

Major WWE Contract Update on 'Raw' Star Karrion Kross

A huge update has surfaced on the WWE contract of Karrion Kross. Kross has developed a following on social media. While some argue that the former "NXT" titleholder hasn't been utilized to his full potential, he has been able to snag consistent airtime in backstage segments.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / May 8, 2025

Stubbornness Of WWE Star 'Becoming Undeniable', WWE Merch Sales Explode

Kross' merchandise is the top-seller on WWE Shop, surpassing Orton & Cena. Kross aims to give fans what they want, working to increase TV time. Kross has mastered social media, becoming WWE's new top performer.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / April 1, 2025

Karrion Kross Reportedly On Expiring WWE Contract

WWE reportedly eager to keep Karrion Kross under contract despite lack of in-ring use. Kross excels in character storytelling and connecting with fans outside the ring.