Former United States Champion is AEW-bound after WWE exit - Report
Ilja Dragunov is reportedly heading to All Elite Wrestling.
Ilja Dragunov has reportedly found his next destination following his exit from WWE earlier this year. The former NXT and WWE United States Champion is now expected to join AEW, according to a new report from Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp.
Sapp revealed the news on social media, stating that Dragunov is coming to AEW while noting that additional details surrounding his arrival remain unclear. His report has immediately sparked speculation about when the former WWE star could make his AEW debut.
Ilja Dragunov left WWE after seven-year run
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Dragunov reportedly chose not to re-sign with WWE when his contract expired last month. The 32-year-old spent seven years with the company after initially joining the NXT UK brand and quickly establishing himself as one of its standout performers.
During his WWE tenure, Dragunov captured several major championships. His accomplishments included winning the NXT UK Championship, the NXT Championship, and the WWE United States Championship.
His departure marked the end of a notable WWE run, but the reported move to AEW would give Dragunov an opportunity to showcase his distinctive style against an entirely new group of opponents.
AEW will add another hard-hitting star to their lineup
Dragunov has built a reputation for his hard-hitting wrestling style and intense performances, qualities that could make him a natural fit within AEW’s deep singles division.
His reported arrival would also continue a growing trend of established WWE talent making the move to AEW. Dragunov follows former New Day members Kofi (Kofi Kingston) and Austin Creed (Xavier Woods), now known as The New Level, as the latest WWE departures reportedly heading to the promotion.
The biggest question now is when AEW will officially introduce Dragunov to its audience. With Sapp confirming that details surrounding the timetable and his absence so far are still being worked out, fans may have to wait a little longer before seeing the former WWE champion make his next move.
Is Ilja Dragunov joining AEW?
According to Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp, Dragunov is set to sign a contract with AEW.
Why did Ilja Dragunov leave WWE?
Dragunov reportedly elected not to re-sign with WWE when his contract expired last month.
What championships did Dragunov win in WWE?
He won the NXT UK Championship, NXT Championship, and WWE United States Championship during his seven-year WWE tenure.
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