Overview
- Kairi Sane was released by WWE on April 24, 2026, and became publicly available to negotiate after her non‑compete expired in early September.
- Reports on Sept. 9 from Fightful and multiple outlets say Sane’s representatives have held talks with All Elite Wrestling but that no deal has been completed.
- Sane has received offers from promotions worldwide and met with Japanese representatives, but sources say Marigold is not expected to be her Japanese home because it cannot meet her price.
- Her agent is Barry Bloom, who represents several current AEW talents and whose industry ties likely helped open conversations between Sane and AEW.
- One discussed path is a dual AEW–Stardom arrangement, with sources saying AEW is open to it but Stardom’s finances may be delaying any agreement.