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Mustafa Ali Discusses WWE Release: 'Expected, But No Emotional Sadness' WWE News
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Mustafa Ali Discusses WWE Release: 'Expected, But No Emotional Sadness'

Mustafa Ali, recently released from WWE, has spoken out about his departure from the company. In an interview with Straight Talk Wrestling, Ali revealed he anticipated his release. ## Ali was let go by WWE in September 2023, alongside several other wrestlers from both the main roster and NXT. Despite being scheduled for a title match at NXT No Mercy, he was ultimately released, leading to last-minute changes to the event. ## Since his release, Ali has embarked on a successful "world tour," competing in New Japan Pro Wrestling, TNA Wrestling (where he currently holds the X-Division Championship), and various independent promotions. ## Speaking to Straight Talk Wrestling, Ali admitted he wasn't surprised. He emphasized a business-oriented approach, stating his belief in his own abilities. He acknowledged WWE's size and focus on generating revenue, suggesting they strategically position top stars. ## Expected, but there was no emotional sadness associated with it. I’m a very business-oriented person. I know what I’m capable of. WWE is a huge entity, it’s a promotional machine, and oftentimes what happens is, guys at the top of the card are in those positions for a reason. ## Ali expressed his belief in self-reliance, highlighting his decision to "bet on himself" by requesting his release. He pointed to his achievements in just two months as a free agent, including sold-out shows and high merchandise sales. ## He is currently scheduled to face Hiromu Takahashi at NJPW's Windy City Riot event next month. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Mustafa Ali Captures The TNA X-Division Championship At TNA No Surrender 2024 TNA
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Mustafa Ali Captures The TNA X-Division Championship At TNA No Surrender 2024

Mustafa Ali soared to victory at TNA No Surrender 2024, claiming the coveted X-Division Championship in his debut match for the promotion. ## This marked a historic night, as it was the first time since TNA Unbreakable 2005 that an X-Division title bout headlined a TNA Premium Live Event. ## Facing the legendary Chris Sabin, Ali delivered a spectacular performance, culminating in his signature 450 Splash, which dethroned the veteran champion and ended his impressive 167-day reign. This reign began with Sabin's victory over Lio Rush at IMPACT 1000.## This momentous win marks the beginning of a new chapter for Ali, who has embarked on a global quest since his WWE release. With his debut in TNA, he has not only captured a prestigious title but also cemented his status as a force to be reckoned with in the world of wrestling.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

List Of All WWE Stars Released On September 21, 2023 WWE News
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List Of All WWE Stars Released On September 21, 2023

Edina, 22 September - On September 21, 2023, there was disappointment for many WWE stars as they were released from their contracts. The list of cuts included several prominent names in the company, such as Dolph Ziggler, Shelton Benjamin, Mustafa Ali, Dana Brooke, as well as newer talents like Riddick Moss and Aliyah.## Dolph Ziggler, who garnered significant attention among the releases, has a long history with WWE. He first appeared in WWE in 2004 as part of the Spirit Squad, going by the name Nicky. Eventually, he made his way to the main roster in 2008 and became one of the company's top stars. During his tenure with WWE, Ziggler achieved considerable success, including two World Heavyweight Championship reigns, a NXT Championship victory, a United States Championship win, six Intercontinental Championship reigns, a SmackDown Tag Team Championship run, two Raw Tag Team Championship victories, a World Tag Team Championship win, and a Money in the Bank triumph. ## Shelton Benjamin, on the other hand, has a three-time WWE 24/7 Championship, one WWE United States Championship victory, three WWE Intercontinental Championship reigns, and three WWE (Raw) Tag Team Championship wins. He partnered with Charlie Haas twice and Cedric Alexander once during his career. ## The release of Mustafa Ali also came as a surprise, especially considering his upcoming WWE schedule. He was slated to face Dominik Mysterio for the NXT North American Championship at the No Mercy event on September 30. As for further releases, it's unlikely we'll hear about more unless there are names we haven't been informed of yet. ## Wrestlers released on Thursday ## - Mustafa Ali ## - Emma## - Rick Boogs## - Aliyah ## - Elias## - Top Dolla## - Riddick Moss## - Shelton Benjamin ## - Dolph Ziggler## - Quincy Elliot## - Bryson Montana ## - Dana Brooke ## - Mace## - Mansoor## - Dabba Kato ## - Shanky## - Yulisa Leon## - Daniel McArthur ## - Kevin Ventura-Cortez## - Alexis Gray ## - Brooklyn Barlow## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Mustafa Ali No Longer Working With WWE WWE News
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Mustafa Ali No Longer Working With WWE

Ontario, 21 September - Mustafa Ali is no longer associated with WWE. ## Ali made this announcement recently and it comes as a surprise, especially considering his scheduled appearance on WWE Raw next week, scheduled for September 25, 2023, at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, CA. Ali was also slated to challenge Mysterio for a title at NXT No Mercy on September 30. ## The specific reasons behind his departure remain unclear at the moment. It's worth noting that Ali had previously requested to be released a couple of years ago when Vince McMahon was in charge of creative decisions. He had been more active on NXT since June, with his most recent match on the main roster happening on the June 9 WWE SmackDown episode. ## WWE recently let go of over 100 individuals in their latest internal cuts. Surprisingly, these cuts did not impact the wrestling roster. However, Mustafa Ali's departure marks a significant move as he is the first notable departure from WWE. ## Ali shared the following statement on X: ## No longer*. Sorry for the confusion.— Mustafa Ali / Adeel Alam (@AliWWE) September 21, 2023 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Mustafa Ali Added To 9/25 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup WWE News
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Mustafa Ali Added To 9/25 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup

Ontario, 20 September - Mustafa Ali will be on WWE Raw next week, which happens on September 25, 2023, at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, CA. Ali revealed this during the September 19 WWE NXT episode. ## On that Raw episode, Dominik Mysterio will defend the NXT North American Championship against Dragon Lee, and Ali is set to challenge Mysterio for the title at NXT No Mercy on September 30. Ali said that neither Dominik Mysterio nor Dragon Lee should be champions, and he's going to deal with both of them on the September 25 episode of WWE Raw. Ali's appearance on the main roster makes sense because he didn't get drafted after the 2023 WWE Draft, so he can show up on any brand.## He's been more active on NXT since June, with his most recent match on the main roster happening on the June 9 WWE SmackDown episode. ## The WWE Raw on September 25, 2023, has a packed schedule. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn will have a championship rematch against The Judgment Day. Dominik will defend the NXT North American Title against Dragon Lee. Shinsuke Nakamura will address Seth Rollins' challenge. Tommaso Ciampa aims to move closer to an Intercontinental Title opportunity, and Otis will face "Big" Bronson Reed in a match. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Night of Champions 2023 Results: Gunther Vs. Mustafa Ali Full Match Recap & Winner WWE Results
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WWE Night of Champions 2023 Results: Gunther Vs. Mustafa Ali Full Match Recap & Winner

Here is the full match recap for Gunther Vs. Mustafa Ali which takes place on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at the Jeddah Super Dome in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. ## The highly anticipated Night of Champions event by WWE is set to commence right here in the United States, precisely at the stroke of 1 p.m. Eastern Time. ## WWE Night of Champions 2023: Gunther Vs. Mustafa Ali Full Match Recap & Highlights ## They engage in a lock-up, and Gunther swiftly asserts his dominance with a side headlock toss, displaying his superior strength and technique. Once again, they lock up, but this time, Gunther anticipates a devastating chop. However, Ali astutely counters with a chop of his own, followed by a series of well-placed kicks, demonstrating his agility and striking ability. Gunther, ever vigilant, successfully blocks one of Ali's kicks and seizes the opportunity to apply a sleeper hold, aiming to immobilize his opponent. ## Refusing to succumb, Ali unleashes two resolute kicks, breaking free from Gunther's grasp momentarily. Undeterred, Gunther retaliates with a powerful slam, showcasing his raw power, and punctuates it with a forceful kick. Ali, fueled by determination, responds with a barrage of punches, unleashing his fighting spirit. However, Gunther regains momentum with a commanding chop, the impact echoing throughout the arena. Unrelenting, Gunther delivers another thunderous chop, establishing his dominance in this intense encounter. ## With a display of sheer dominance, Gunther executes a powerful slam, asserting his control over the match, and seamlessly transitions into applying a punishing Boston Crab, subjecting Ali to excruciating pain. Determined to escape, Ali summons every ounce of strength and crawls towards the ropes, but Gunther tenaciously pulls him back into the center of the ring, unleashing a crossface submission hold, intensifying the agony. ## Gunther, relentless in his assault, delivers a forceful knee strike, propelling Ali towards the apron. Ali, however, exhibits resilience as he retaliates with a shoulder strike and attempts a high-flying springboard move, only to be met with a ruthless kick from Gunther, sending him crashing to the arena floor. Seizing the opportunity, Gunther hurls Ali into the unyielding ring post, causing significant damage. Miraculously, Ali narrowly beats the referee's count, mustering the strength to return to the ring. ## Gunther continues his onslaught, delivering a powerful chop. Undeterred, Ali summons his fighting spirit and responds with a series of chops of his own, accompanied by fierce forearms. Ali relentlessly unleashes a barrage of strikes, showcasing his determination to overcome Gunther's dominance. However, Gunther regains control momentarily, sending Ali into the corner but misses his subsequent splash attempt. ## Exploiting the opening, Ali capitalizes with a well-placed kick from the apron, followed by a slingshot rolling neck breaker, displaying his agility and innovative offense. Ali ascends the turnbuckles, only to be met with a stinging chop from Gunther. Undeterred, Ali attempts a tornado DDT, but Gunther counters, unleashing a devastating clothesline. ## Unyielding, Gunther follows up with another clothesline, narrowly missing the victory. Relentless in his assault, Gunther delivers a kick to Ali's back, aiming to keep him down. Taunting Ali, Gunther asserts that he doesn't belong in his league. Nevertheless, Ali retaliates with a fierce chop, igniting a renewed spark within him. Gunther retaliates with a chop of his own and positions himself for a powerbomb. However, Ali skillfully escapes and lands a stunning enzuigiri followed by a tornado DDT, leaving Gunther momentarily stunned. ## Ali, aiming for victory, ascends the turnbuckles, preparing for a breathtaking 450 splash. However, Gunther evades the move, and Ali swiftly rolls through. Seizing the opportunity, Gunther unleashes a lightning-quick dropkick and follows it up with a devastating powerbomb, sealing the three-count and securing the hard-fought victory. ## WWE Night of Champions 2023: Gunther Vs. Mustafa Ali Match Winner ## WINNER: Gunther ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

Mustafa Ali Earns Shot At Intercontinental Championship, Set To Face Gunther At Night Of Champions WWE News
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Mustafa Ali Earns Shot At Intercontinental Championship, Set To Face Gunther At Night Of Champions

Mustafa Ali emerged victorious in a grueling battle royal on the May 15 episode of WWE Raw, thus earning the coveted distinction of the number one contender for the Intercontinental Championship.## Outlasting a star-studded field of competitors, including the likes of Riddle, Ricochet, and Bronson Reed, Ali's impressive display culminated in a stunning dropkick to Reed, who was standing on the apron with Ricochet on his shoulders. ## Ali will now set his sights on Gunther's Intercontinental Title, which he is slated to challenge for at the highly anticipated Night Of Champions premium live event. It is worth noting that this will be Gunther's first defense of the prestigious title since his successful title defense on the April 21 episode of WWE SmackDown. ## For Ali, this title opportunity marks a significant milestone in his career, as he will be competing for a championship for the first time since December 5th, when he fell short in his valiant bid for the United States title against Austin Theory. With the stakes higher than ever before, the stage is set for a captivating showdown between two of WWE's most talented and tenacious competitors. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.