WWE Quietly Removes Kiana James from Active Roster

One big thing: Kiana James is no longer on WWE’s active roster

PWInsider Elite reports that WWE has moved Kiana James from the active roster to the “miscellaneous” section of their internal roster.

• James was drafted to “Raw” during the WWE Draft this Spring.
• She made only sporadic appearances on the red brand before disappearing from TV.
• Her last match was in mid-June, a four-way qualifying match for Money in the Bank.

Why it matters

This move suggests James may be sidelined with an injury or is being held off TV for other reasons. It raises questions about WWE’s plans for the promising NXT talent on the main roster.

By the numbers

• James spent several years as a member of the NXT roster.
• She was on Raw for less than 3 months before being removed from the active roster.

The big picture

James’ removal from the active roster highlights the challenges some NXT call-ups face in transitioning to the main roster. It also underscores the fluid nature of WWE’s roster management.

What they’re saying

James has remained silent about her status but recently tweeted about reuniting with AEW star Harley Cameron:

“My girl 😍😍😍😍😍”

What’s next

WWE has not officially commented on James’ status. Her placement in the “miscellaneous” section suggests she’s still with the company, but her return timeline remains unclear.

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