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Major Cuts in the WWE in 2023

Dave Simon

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September 22, 2023

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Wrestling Uncensored Episode 653 with Major Cuts in the WWE. September 23, 2023. Hosted by Dave Simon and Johnny North.

Dave and Johnny discussed Dolph Ziggler, Matt Riddle, Mustafa Ali and others being released by the WWE and what might be next for the released wrestlers.

Dave and Johnny talked about results from AEW Grand Slam, Jon Moxley’s injury and Smackdown moving from FOX to the USA Network as the Combat Sports broadcaster environment is changing.

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All this and much more pro wrestling on this episode.

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Bryan Danielson, Dana Brooke, Dolph Ziggler, Elias, John Cena, Jon Moxley, Matt Riddle, Mustafa Ali, Rey Fenix, Rick Boogs, Riddick Moss

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