WWE Wrestlers R-Truth, Carlito Leaving; AAA Mega Title Change

⁢ Updated June 02, 2025

WWE is parting ways with veteran performers R-Truth and Carlito as their contracts expire. These departures coincide with‍ new talent emerging from NXT, a common trend where seasoned, underutilized wrestlers face release. R-Truth,⁤ known for his charisma, is ‍expected to have opportunities in self-reliant circuits and possibly TNA or AAA. Carlito, familiar with the indie scene, also ⁢has options. Many within WWE reportedly spoke highly of R-truth.

In New Japan Pro-Wrestling, Kosei⁣ Fujita defeated Yoh in ⁤28 minutes to win the Best of the Super Juniors tournament at a sold-out Ota Ward Gym. Sources called it a match-of-the-year contender.

Jeff Cannonball, an independent wrestler prominent in the Northeast, recently received an ALS diagnosis. The⁤ 38-year-old’s condition has⁣ progressed rapidly since his diagnosis a week ago.

B.J. Penn ⁢was arrested for failing to appear⁣ in‍ court, his third arrest in a week. He claimed COVID-19 prevented his appearance, but the judge was unconvinced. He was released on a $2,000 bond.His request for a restraining order against⁤ his mother was denied; she retains a restraining order against him.

Maycee Barber missed weight for her UFC fight against Erin Blanchfield, and the fight was canceled due to Barber’s medical issues. Blanchfield stated she wouldn’t agree to a future match with Barber, revealing that Barber had‍ a seizure before the fight.

UFC Noche, originally scheduled for Guadalajara, Mexico, has ⁢been moved to San Antonio. The event was initially planned as a pay-per-view.This change raises questions ⁢about Dana White’s involvement with Turki Alalsheikh ⁢in promoting a potential Canelo‍ Alvarez vs.Terrence crawford boxing match.

Announced for “Raw”‍ are Money in the Bank qualifying matches: CM Punk vs. AJ Styles vs. Grande Americano and Stephanie Vaquer vs. liv Morgan vs. Ivy Nile.

AEW’s “Fyter⁤ Fest” will feature Kenny Omega vs. Mascara Dorada vs.Claudio ⁢Castagnoli vs. Brody King for the International title, Jon Moxley vs. Mark Briscoe, Toni Storm⁣ & Mina Shirakawa vs. Julia⁣ Hart & Skye Blue, FTR vs. Atlantis Jr. & Templario, ⁢Rush & dralistico & Mortos vs.⁤ Mike Bailey & Kevin Knight & komander,Thekla’s in-ring debut,and an appearance by The Hurt Business with MJF.

“The Pickup,” a movie starring Eddie⁣ murphy and featuring Roman Reigns,⁤ will premiere on Prime ⁤Video on Aug. 6.

El Hijo del ⁤Vikingo defeated ⁢Alberto El Patron to capture the AAA Mega ⁣title. Vikingo’s father interfered, attacking Alberto with a guitar. WWE had advertised ⁤Vikingo vs. Chad Gable for the⁤ title before Vikingo’s victory.

Carlito defeated ray Gonzalez to win the Puerto Rican title for WWC.

Bear Bronson, Mariah May, and Abadon are no longer with AEW,⁣ decisions made‍ months ago.

SmackDown’s rankings in various countries on the day of airing included: Mexico (1), Saudi Arabia (2), UK ‍(2), canada (3), India (3), Australia (4), and New Zealand (4).

Google Trends‍ showed R-Truth at 100,000 and the UFC show at 57,000.

Jun Saito retained the All Japan Triple Crown ⁤against his brother Rei Saito in⁣ Sendai. The event highlighted ⁣their upbringing, including their time playing high school football in the U.S. and their sumo careers.

Myron Reed was knocked out during a Pro Wrestling Revolver match and taken to the hospital. He has since been released with no serious injuries.

What’s next

Wrestling fans ‍can anticipate R-Truth and Carlito exploring opportunities in other promotions, while El Hijo del Vikingo will defend⁢ his newly won AAA Mega title. Further updates on AEW and WWE programming are expected in⁤ the coming‍ weeks.