5 possible directions for Samoa Joe following his WWE release - signs with AEW, risky decision involving his pro wrestling career

#2 Samoa Joe takes a break from wrestling

Samoa Joe could take a break from wrestling

Samoa Joe has not wrestled since February 2020, when he broke his thumb during a match on RAW in August 2019. He worked as a color commentator on the Red brand until he recovered from his injury. Joe then competed at Royal Rumble and on a couple of RAW episodes before he sustained another injury.

He was soon suspended for violating WWE’s wellness policy. After his return, Samoa Joe continued to work as a commentator until WrestleMania 37, where he made his last appearance. To say that the last few years have been difficult for Joe would be an understatement. He has struggled with several injuries, including concussions.

It is possible that Joe would like to take a break from working after his release from WWE. He could get some much-needed time off to evaluate all his options before taking the next step. He could also turn his attention towards things that he might have neglected. WWE’s schedule takes a toll on superstars, and Joe might not want to enter a similar routine by immediately signing with AEW.

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Shruti Sadbhav is a WWE writer at Sportskeeda Wrestling. With a triple major in Journalism, English Literature, and Psychology, she has always been drawn to writing. As an avid sports lover, writing about sports was the finest way to combine her passion with her prowess.

Whenever she writes, Shruti puts herself into the shoes of fans to see how she would appreciate an honest account of anything related to something she follows wholeheartedly with engaging and relevant information to cater to the readers' needs.

Shruti has seven years of experience. She previously worked as a content manager at Fox Sports Asia and as an assistant manager and digital marketer at Kickstart FC. Shruti previously worked in multiple roles in Sportskeeda, where she was a WWE features writer, editor, and content manager. She has over 40 million+ reads across all her writer profiles, giving her an immensely diverse audience across WWE and football.

When it comes to pro wrestling, Shruti does not particularly remember the first match she watched. However, she recalls accompanying her brother and getting hooked when she saw The Undertaker – a fascinating wrestler that she, like thousands of others, believed in.
Her views on pro wrestling evolved as she grew older and understood the intricacies of the business. This allows her to appreciate those who dedicate themselves to the craft and, once in a while, it does become what it has always been touted to be – magical. Her favorite wrestler is Finn Balor due to his persistence.

When she is not working as a writer, Shruti loves to read, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and let Manchester City dictate her weekend plans.

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Edited by Kaushik Das