Swerve Strickland recently spoke out about Kofi Kingston's exit from WWE, which was announced on May 2.
What happened?
On May 4, Kingston and Xavier Woods confirmed their departure from WWE, posting separate messages on their X accounts.
Strickland discussed Kingston's departure on the May 9 edition of TMZ's "Inside the Ring".
He praised Kingston's professionalism, stating that he is a role model and one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.
The New Day's Impact on Swerve Strickland
Strickland also spoke about the impact of The New Day, which consisted of Kingston, Woods, and Big E, on his own career.
The New Day's ability to be themselves and express their personalities helped Strickland feel comfortable doing the same.
What comes next?
Strickland expressed interest in working with Kingston and Woods in the future, but emphasized that they should do what is best for them.
He noted that they have earned the right to take a break or pursue other opportunities, having worked tirelessly for WWE.
On May 2, the wrestling world was stunned by the news of Kingston and Woods' departure, and Strickland's comments provide insight into the impact of their exit.
Kingston and Woods were part of The New Day, which won 13 WWE-branded tag team titles, including the most SmackDown tag team title reigns.
Strickland's comments highlight the respect and admiration he has for Kingston, and the potential for future collaborations.
The future of Kingston and Woods is uncertain, but Strickland's interest in working with them could lead to exciting new developments in the wrestling world.