Shayna Baszler's first match since WWE exit announced

Shayna Baszler was recently released from WWE

Shayna Baszler is officially back in the ring. The former WWE superstar will make her return at Prestige Roseland XII on October 5, where she is set to face Masha Slamovich in Portland, Oregon. The match marks her first appearance since leaving WWE earlier this year.

Baszler was unexpectedly released from the company in May 2025, despite still having years left on her contract. Known for her MMA-influenced approach and submission expertise, “The Queen of Spades” now looks to re-establish herself on the independent circuit, with Prestige Wrestling being her first stop.

From WWE exit to Prestige Wrestling spotlight

Baszler’s release raised eyebrows across the wrestling world, given her established name value and strong in-ring reputation. While she had slowed down on television, her influence remained undeniable. Her last in-ring appearance came in April at GCW’s Bloodsport, a setting that fit her shoot-fight style perfectly, even while under WWE contract at the time.

Prestige Wrestling announced her debut in dramatic fashion, promoting her showdown with Masha Slamovich alongside appearances from Judas Icarus, Danhausen, Trish Adora, the Good Brothers, and Kevin Blackwood. The event is set to take place at the Roseland Theater in Portland, an all-ages show expected to draw a passionate crowd.

Shayna Baszler’s busy summer outside the ring

Though she hasn’t been competing, Baszler hasn’t stayed away from the business. Over the summer, it was confirmed that she had quietly stepped into a producer role at a WWE NXT event. Whether this was a one-off or a glimpse into her potential future behind the scenes remains unknown, as she has not publicly commented on the matter.

For now, Baszler is focused on her in-ring return, and few opponents could test her comeback better than Masha Slamovich. Known for her physical intensity and hard-hitting style, Slamovich presents a challenge that aligns perfectly with Baszler’s own reputation as one of wrestling’s toughest competitors.

Prestige Roseland XII promises to be a landmark night, not just for the promotion but also for Baszler’s next chapter in professional wrestling.

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