Predicting The Future Of Every Released WWE Wrestler

13. Shanky

Dolph Ziggler AEW
WWE.com

Promotion: Reality Of Wrestling/Independents

Why There: Sadly, there's probably no chance Shanky could do the same.

His future likely lies either in Booker T's Reality Of Wrestling promotion or on the independent circuit as an "as seen on WWE TV" attraction designed to punt a few more tickets. Hell, maybe Shanky's physical stature will trick WWE into rehiring him 12 months from now - that isn't out of the question.

In the short-term, Jinder Mahal buddy and ex-rapper MC Shanks (roll with it) will have to make do and mend on the indy scene. He simply didn't do enough to merit a spot somewhere like AEW or IMPACT heading into 2024.

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