New Day Release: Big E Finally Addresses Shock Exit - "They Both Thought They'd Retire In WWE"

New Day Release: Big E Finally Addresses Shock Exit - "They Both Thought They'd Retire In WWE"

The New Day is arguably one of the greatest factions in the history of WWE.

Big E Issues Comments on The New Day’s WWE Departure

Big E has commented on The New Day leaving WWE and says that he does not believe they are retired.

Big E Breaks Silence On Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods’ WWE Exit

Big E believes Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods still have plenty left to accomplish in professional wrestling following their departures from WWE. Speaking on The A2theK Wrestling Show, the former WWE Champion reflected on his longtime New Day teammates leaving the company after opting for releases rather than accepting significant pay cuts as part of […] The post Big E Breaks Silence On Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods’ WWE Exit appeared first on Sla…

Big E Not Interested In New WWE Role

Big E has no interest in taking on a new WWE role. Big E has been with the WWE for several years now. He started in NXT, where he won the brand’s top prize. After moving to the main roster, he formed The New Day along with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods. As a member […]

Big E Believes The New Day’s Wrestling Journey Isn’t Over Yet

Big E recently commented on The New Day's WWE departure. Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods left WWE earlier this year in May.

How Big E feels about Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods leaving WWE

On May 2nd 2026, it was reported that The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) mutually agreed to part ways with WWE. It was noted by Bryan Alvarez of F4WOnline that the two men “were asked to restructure” their contracts, but they didn’t like the deals, so they were then granted their release. While speaking to The A2theK Wrestling Show, Big E reacted to his former tag team partners leaving WWE… “I think they both assumed that their entire …