Dani Palmer, Former WWE NXT Star, Expected to Retire After Release

Following a significant wave of WWE talent releases affecting both main roster and NXT performers, two notable wrestlers—Dani Palmer and Braun Strowman—have publicly addressed their futures. Dani Palmer (Alexsis Amrhein), a former NCAA acrobatics champion and NXT competitor, confirmed her departure and announced her retirement from athletic competition, citing persistent injury setbacks and stating she does not plan to continue in professional wrestling. Braun Strowman, a former WWE Universal Champion, also hinted at possible retirement through ambiguous social media posts after his release, fueling speculation among fans about his wrestling future. Strowman’s exit was reportedly influenced by his high salary relative to his recent usage in the company. The recent cuts, a post-WrestleMania tradition, included prominent names like Dakota Kai, Shayna Baszler, and Cora Jade, underscoring WWE's ongoing roster adjustments.