Released WWE Star’s First Match Outside The Company Announced

Published: Feb 1, 2025 by Connel Rumsey | Last Updated: Feb 1, 2025 by Connel Rumsey

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A recently released WWE star’s first match following departure and recent free agency has now been announced.

Former WWE star Tegan Nox was one of three names who departed the WWE back in November 2024, with her and Indi Hartwell being released from their contracts.

Taking to Twitter yesterday, Tegan, now once again known as Nixon Newell, announced her free agency, with her 90 day non-compete clause expiring.

Today, Nixon’s first match since her WWE departure was announced, with Nixon set to face TNA Wrestling star Dani Luna at ATTACK! Pro Wrestling’s C’est La Vie show.

Per ATTACK!:

“Ex-WWE star Nixon Newell to face TNA’s Dani Luna in first announced independent date.

“Former WWE superstar Nixon Newell (Tegan Nox) isn’t wasting any time since becoming a free agent earlier this week, with her UK independent return date already announced.

“The Girl With The Shiniest Wizard will face TNA Tag Team Champion, Dani Luna for the first time ever on Sunday May 18th in Penarth, Wales at ATTACK! Pro Wrestling’s upcoming C’est La Vie show.

“The homecoming match is Newell’s first announced appearance on the UK independent scene in 8 years since signing with WWE in 2017.

“Prior to signing with WWE, Newell was a multi-time champion in ATTACK! Pro Wrestling Including 24/7 champion and tag team champion with former WWE/TNA star, and Luna’s SUBCULTURE stablemate, Mark Andrews.

“C’est la vie takes place May 18th in Cardiff, tickets are on sale now on the ATTACK! Pro Wrestling website.

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