Ricochet has been one of the best high-flying performers in WWE history, and the kind of memorable moments he has been a part of proves this. The One and Only has been a part of the company since 2018, but it seems that this association is not going to continue further, as the 35-year-old superstar is reportedly not interested in working for the Stamford-based promotion anymore.
According to reports, the 5-foot-9 in-ring star has given WWE notice regarding his decision that he is not going to renew his deal with the promotion once it expires this summer. This report has come as a surprise for many, and fans are also curious to know if Samantha Irvin is also going to leave. While it may not be the best decision for Irvin to exit the company, here are three reasons why her husband made the right choice by deciding to leave.
3. WWE never looked interested in pushing Ricochet to the top
The first and foremost reason why Ricochet might have decided to leave the Triple H-led promotion could be the way he has been booked by the company. Even though The One and Only won the United States Championship, North American Title and Intercontinental Championship in the organization, WWE never looked interested in pushing Ricochet to the top of the division.
The 35-year-old has been booked in a similar way to how other cruiserweights have been handled by WWE in the past, and it might have irritated the 5-foot-9 performer to eventually come to the conclusion of leaving the Stamford-based promotion to make a name for himself as a megastar in the professional wrestling world.
2. Ricochet’s successful career before his WWE tenure
Talking about making an impact in the industry, it is not something that new for Ricochet, because he had a successful career even before he started his WWE tenure in NXT. Prior to joining the yellow brand, The One and Only had already performed across the world, as he was previously a part of promotions like New Japan Pro-Wrestling, and Lucha Underground.
The RAW star had established himself under the name of Prince Puma during those years, and he wasn’t just another guy in the division, as he was among the most popular superstars in both promotions. This past success might have motivated him towards the decision to leave the Triple H-led promotion, as he might have his eyes set on achieving greatness once again as a main-event-level performer.
1. Ricochet might receive a hefty contract after his WWE departure
While creative decisions could be the most likely reason why The One and Only decided to leave his current workplace, another factor could be money. There’s a possibility that the former US Champion might be unhappy with his current deal and want to get more than what he’s currently earning. It’s obvious that Ricochet is likely to receive a hefty contract after his WWE departure, it might have forced him to leave WWE.
🚨 PWlnsider has confirmed that WWE’s Ricochet has given notice that he intends to exit the company when his current contract expires this summer. pic.twitter.com/IIsWiu7Zez
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) June 9, 2024
As we have seen how All Elite Wrestling goes with full force to sign free agents with lucrative deals, there is a possibility that Ricochet could be getting a luxurious offer from the Tony Khan-led promotion, once his current deal with the Stamford-based promotion expires. Thus, it remains to be seen what’s next for the Monday Night RAW star and where he joins after his reported WWE exit.