The WWE status of Karrion Kross and Scarlett is currently in question because their contracts with the company are set to expire this weekend. The duo was absent from the August 4, 2025, episode of Monday Night Raw in New York City and they were not backstage.
A Looming Deadline
Fightful Select notes that a WWE higher-up confirmed that the deals for both Kross and Scarlett are due to expire this coming weekend. As of Monday afternoon, new WWE deals had not yet been offered to either performer. Sources also indicated that, to their knowledge, Kross and Scarlett had not been informed that their contracts would be allowed to lapse, leaving their future with the company uncertain.
A Year of Frustration?
This news follows a year that has reportedly been marked by some professional frustration for Kross. Previous reports from early 2025 indicated that there was some internal concern over his booking, with some feeling his character had been presented in a stop-and-start fashion since his return to the company in 2022. Kross himself has occasionally used social media to post cryptic messages, which have been interpreted by fans as potential frustration with his creative direction and standing in the company.
A Shift in Character
After The Final Testament faction quietly disbanded in February 2025, Kross embarked on a new storyline. He began a singles run where he would attempt to convince other superstars, such as Sami Zayn and AJ Styles, to embrace their darker sides. This new direction included a highly acclaimed promo where he expressed his frustrations and referenced his more intense “Killer Kross” persona from his time on the independent circuit.
Recent Storylines
This new character direction led to a high-profile feud with Sami Zayn, which saw Kross lose to Zayn at the Night of Champions premium live event. Despite the loss, Kross had been gaining significant fan support for his new, more intense character work. He lost again to Sami Zayn at SummerSlam.
With their contracts reportedly days from expiring and no new deal on the table, the future of Karrion Kross and Scarlett in WWE is unknown. A last-minute deal could still be reached, but their absence from Raw has led to significant speculation about their status with the company.
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