WWE Releases: The New Day’s Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, JC Mateo and Tonga Loa Depart
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- Category: Sports
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 12:03 UTC
- Sources: CBS Sports
CBS Sports reported that four WWE performers—Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, JC Mateo and Tonga Loa—have left the company, joining a recent wave of roster cuts that also saw other members of The New Day released. The departures came a week after major talent reductions, surprising fans. No contradictory reports were noted.
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