Former WWE Superstar Jaysin Strife has died at the age of 37 after a long and intense battle with illness.

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His brother Jason confirmed on Thursday that the Independent wrestler has passed away after a lengthy battle with an undisclosed illness.

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He competed at the WWE 205 live show in July 2018 where he lost to former 24x7 champion Akira Tozawa. It was his last WWE match.

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Several current and ex-wrestlers like Sonjay Dutt, Adam Pearce, Ethan Page etc. paid tribute to the late wrestler through their social media accounts.

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Former WWE and AEW Superstar Dies at 37 After Battle With Illness

Former WWE Superstar Jaysin Strife has died at the age of 37 after a long and intense battle with illness.

His brother Jason confirmed on Thursday that the Independent wrestler has passed away after a lengthy battle with an undisclosed illness.

He competed at the WWE 205 live show in July 2018 where he lost to former 24x7 champion Akira Tozawa. It was his last WWE match.

Several current and ex-wrestlers like Sonjay Dutt, Adam Pearce, Ethan Page etc. paid tribute to the late wrestler through their social media accounts.

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