WWE released a number of wrestlers on Friday, and the wrestling world is reacting to the departures. Kairi Sane’s release has sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling community as it seems that no one saw it coming.
Kairi Sane had been regularly featured on television over the last few years and she had been involved in a long running storyline with Asuka and Iyo Sky in recent months.
Iyo Sky recently took to social media to show support for Kairi when she posted the following:
“I understand that everyone, as an athlete, eventually faces a turning point when thinking about their life and career, but I feel so heartbroken that it came at such an unexpected time 💔
Kairi was truly loved by all her colleagues, not just as a performer but as a person.
She was kinder than anyone, a little airheaded in the most endearing way, funny, charming, and my proud best friend.
A comrade-in-arms who faced countless hardships in America, shed so many tears, and grew together with me.
It’s so hard to accept that Kairi won’t be in the passenger seat of the rental car anymore, but…
I’m absolutely certain that with her innate talent and the incredible knowledge and experience she’s gained in WWE, Kairi’s new journey will be something truly amazing.
From the bottom of my heart, I wish for my beloved Kairi’s success and happiness.
I love you so much Kairi.
We’ll be best friends forever and always 🌊⚓️✨
@KAIRI_official”
選手として人生やキャリアを考える上で誰しもいつかは分岐点が来るのは理解しているけども、それが突然のタイミングにおとずれてしまったことを私は寂しく思います💔
カイリはパフォーマーとしてもひとりの人間としても、ほんとに同僚みんなに愛されていました。… pic.twitter.com/zrJZXeWI6t
— IYO SKY (@Iyo_SkyWWE) April 25, 2026
Jackie Redmond also responded to Iyo Sky’s tweet with a post of her own which said, “Kairi is a 100000000/10 human being. One of the warmest and kindest people I’ve met in wwe. The type of person that never crosses your path without saying hi. Like literally greets you with a smile every. single. Time. The ultimate sweetheart. So talented and hilarious. I was already bummed. Reading Iyos words made it more real. 💔”
The Bella Twins weighed in on Kairi Sane’s release as well with the following post:
“Kairi!! Love you! You have so much more to give in this industry and you have already given so much. You’re truly an inspiration and such an incredible talent. Going to miss you! I can’t wait to watch all the incredible things you will continue to do!! Locker room won’t be the same without you. 💔🙏🏼✨🤍”
Kairi!! Love you! You have so much more to give in this industry and you have already given so much. You’re truly an inspiration and such an incredible talent. Going to miss you! I can’t wait to watch all the incredible things you will continue to do!! Locker room won’t be the…
— Nikki & Brie (@NikkiAndBrie) April 25, 2026

