12 WWE Royal Rumble 2021 participants who have been released

Jeff Hardy is one of many stars released since last year's Rumble.
Jeff Hardy is one of many stars released since last year's Rumble.

#2 Nia Jax - Released by WWE in November

Former WWE Superstar Nia Jax was another big star released last year. She is a former RAW Women's Champion and two-time Women's Tag Team Champion.

She and Shayna Baszler won the Women's Tag Team titles in the Royal Rumble kickoff show and held it until May. At the Rumble, Jax entered at #29 and was eliminated by Lana, who finally sought retribution after the former had humiliated her previously.

A female WWE star said her life is in danger. Details HERE

Jax looked strong in the match, eliminating Naomi, Ember Moon, Tamina, and even her tag team partner.


#1 Jeff Hardy - Released in December

Jeff Hardy was reportedly released for issues outside the ring after stumbling away from a match at a live event.

The company had reportedly requested him to enter rehab following his unusual behavior at the live event. He declined their request and was eventually released.

At last year's Royal Rumble, Hardy didn't last long in the ring as he was eliminated by Dolph Ziggler after entering the match at #5.

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