Former WWE Superstar Nixon Newell (Tegan Nox) opened up about the unexpected challenges she has faced since becoming a free agent, revealing a surprising “severe lack of bookings” on the independent circuit. Speaking on the “Wrestling in the Middle” podcast, Newell provided an honest look at her career since her WWE release on November 1, 2024.
After her 90-day non-compete clause expired, many fans expected the popular and talented Welsh wrestler to be a highly sought-after name on the independent scene. However, Newell stated that has not been the case. When asked how free agency has been going, she replied, “Not great. I’ve been honest, severe lack of bookings. Not sure where that’s from, but the bookings that I have done, like I’ve been home to Attack, which has been phenomenal.”
Despite the slow start, she cherished the opportunities she has had, particularly a match against a long-desired opponent. “Got to wrestle Danny Luna, who’s been on my list, God, for years… I could tell she was going to be something special,” Newell said. “So I’m glad that one was in a box, at least.”
Still, the overall lack of interest has been a difficult reality for her to navigate. “But yeah, it’s been slow. Hopefully it picks up soon, because it’s a nightmare, but hopefully soon it gets better,” she admitted, expressing a frustration that many fans might not expect from a recently released WWE talent.
Newell’s candor sheds light on the unpredictable nature of life as a free agent in professional wrestling. While some former WWE stars immediately fill their calendars, her experience shows that a prominent television presence does not always guarantee a flood of independent opportunities. Fans of “The Girl with the Shiniest Wizard” are hopeful, as she is, that her schedule will pick up in the near future.
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