Maki Itoh Becomes Free Agent, Nathan Cruz Signs With AEW UK

Maki Itoh, an international wrestling star known for her colorful persona and previous AEW appearances since 2021, has confirmed that she is now a free agent after her contract with Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling expired in August 2025. Itoh expressed gratitude for her time with TJPW, where she spent over eight years and credited the promotion for her growth as a wrestler. Meanwhile, UK wrestling veteran Nathan Cruz has signed with AEW as a coach and agent, joining the company following the recent UK tour and Forbidden Door pay-per-view in London. Lady Frost, a current AEW and ROH competitor who debuted in 2020, confirmed she is under a two-year AEW contract signed in 2023, despite not being listed on AEW's official roster, and enjoys working with the company. In contrast, Isla Dawn's contract status with AEW remains unclear following her debut on AEW Collision. These developments highlight AEW's ongoing talent evolution, including new signings and free agency among notable wrestlers.