Braun Strowman Released from WWE Amid Salary Issues, Future Uncertain

Braun Strowman has been released from WWE due to financial considerations, with company sources citing his high salary as a factor and lingering concerns about his backstage commitment. His departure follows a period where he was excluded from major WWE plans, such as WrestleMania 41, leading to speculation about his future in professional wrestling. In multiple interviews, Strowman detailed a history of significant injuries, including a partially paralyzed leg, multiple surgeries, and other severe ailments sustained during his WWE tenure, which have influenced his career trajectory. Although there is speculation about a potential move to All Elite Wrestling (AEW), reports suggest that his large contract demands and past unsuccessful negotiations with AEW make such a transition unlikely in the immediate future. Despite the uncertain landscape, sources indicate that WWE may remain open to bringing Strowman back on a short-term basis should the need arise. For now, Strowman is taking time to reflect on his next steps, whether it involves joining another promotion or stepping away from wrestling.