5 things you didn't know about WWE contracts

#4 The no-compete clause on release

Brock Lesnar fell foul of his no-compete clause

For major stars, WWE includes a no-compete clause in the contract which ensures that the wrestler does not jump ship to another promotion immediately after his release from the company. The usual time period is 90 days.

Brock Lesnar was one high profile wrestler who was sued by the company for breach of this rule when he went to NJPW before the time period expired in 2003. The case was settled out of court.