10 Times Wrestlers Thought They Were Fired For Sure

10. Drake Maverick

When news broke of WWE's decision to cull a frightening amount of talents on April 15, 2020, in response to the global health crisis, the majority of the wrestling community was left stunned at some of the names given their marching orders.

Yet, this reaction paled in comparison to the shock and heartbreak felt and shared by some of the actual stars who were released. One of the most notable of these moving statements came from former 205 Live General Manager Drake Maverick.

In the star's tragic video he posted on Twitter, Maverick fought against tears as he admitted there were people he wouldn't have the chance to say goodbye to that he really loved and cared about. However, he would still be given the chance to compete in the upcoming interim NXT Cruiserweight Championship tournament.

The swell of support around Maverick and his touching post, coupled with his performance in his last few bouts, ultimately led to WWE offering him an NXT contract six weeks later. But, for a spell, Maverick and fans around the world were convinced his time in WWE had drawn to a premature close.