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Latest Report On Karrion Kross' WWE Future Amid Contract Uncertainty

Has WWE approached Karrion Kross about a new contract?
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The clock is ticking down to Karrion Kross hitting free agency, and WWE has so far shown no urgency in getting a deal done with the popular Raw Superstar.

That's the word Wednesday from Fightful Select's Sean Ross Sapp. Kross' current contract is set to expire later this summer and negotiations on an extension have apparently yet to get underway.

"At the start of June, Fightful inquired with sources close to the situation, and close to Kross, about an update. Based on what we've heard, WWE has not yet approached Kross about a contract extension or renewal, and we haven't heard if they've indicated interest in doing so," Ross Sapp reported.

Despite growing interest from the WWE Universe in seeing him take on a larger role, due in large part to his own brilliant social media work, Kross has yet to be featured prominently on television thus far in 2025.

There was hope amongst his fans that Karrion might get a shot at competing in this year's Money in the Bank Ladder Match, but he was passed over for all three Red Brand qualifying matches. Twice by Chad Gable, who failed to earn his way in as himself and then came out victorious dressed as El Grande Americano.

Kross has been utilized more in a backstage role lately, as he has continuously crossed paths with Sami Zayn, AJ Styles and others.

When it comes to his in-ring work, the former NXT Champion has racked up back-to-back wins during Main Event tapings but he has just two televised matches since last December. None of which have happened since before WrestleMania 41.

Ross Sapp says that Kross still has a few months left on his contract, best guess anyway, and noted that the company has not shied away lately from letting talent work right up until a decision has been made on their WWE future. As was the case recently with both R-Truth and Carlito.

We'll provide another update on Karrion Kross' WWE contract situation as soon as one is available.

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RICK UCCHINO

Rick Ucchino is the Assistant Editor & Content Coordinator for The Takedown on SI. He also works full-time for 700WLW Radio in Cincinnati, Ohio as a local news and sports anchor, in addition to his time covering the Cincinnati Bengals for Sirius XM. Rick has been on the professional wrestling beat since 2019, having provided coverage for a number of outlets, including Fightful, SB Nation’s Cageside Seats and the Bleav Podcast Network. With an educational background in theater, creative writing and journalism, Rick focuses primarily on the storytelling aspect of pro wrestling, but he’s no stranger to the squared circle himself. He had the privilege of training with former WWE & WCW cruiserweight Jimmy Wang Yang for nearly two years and retired early due to back issues with a perfect 1-0 record in singles competition. Rick is a married father of two incredibly adorable children, who are budding pro wrestling fans themselves. Much to the chagrin of their mother. You can reach Rick at rwucchino@gmail.com

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