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Former WWE star Elias has announced his new ring name, "Elijah," following the end of his 90-day noncompete clause after being released in September. He revealed his new persona through a dramatic video on social media, which included symbolic imagery of him burying his past and rising anew. While he has not announced any future bookings, the video marks his first public hint at his career's direction post-WWE.
Former WWE star Elias, real name Jeffrey Sciullo, has transitioned to free agency and unveiled his new ring name, "ELIJAH," through a dramatic video filled with religious imagery. This marks a significant change for the wrestler following his release from WWE in September and the end of his Ezekiel character. Sciullo's new persona was introduced with a video of him symbolically burying his past and emerging reborn with his new identity.
WWE has reportedly released several Superstars from their contracts following the company's merger with UFC into TKO Group Holdings. Among those released are Dolph Ziggler, Elias, Shelton Benjamin, Rick Boogs, Emma, Riddick Moss, Top Dolla, and Aliyah. The releases come as part of a larger wave of over 100 employee firings. Ziggler, a long-tenured Superstar, is expected to be a highly sought-after free agent, with AEW as a potential landing spot. Benjamin and Elias, both established performers, were also let go.