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WWE Discussion Around David Finlay Continues, Signing Still Uncertain

WWE Discussion Around David Finlay Continues, Signing Still Uncertain

Summary

Discussions are ongoing about wrestler David Finlay possibly joining WWE, but no agreement has been reached. After a recent wrestling event in Japan, it seemed Finlay might be leaving his current company, NJPW. WWE is talking about creative plans involving Finlay, but he has not made a final decision yet.

Key Facts

  • David Finlay is a professional wrestler currently associated with NJPW.
  • There is talk that Finlay might join WWE, but no deal is confirmed.
  • Finlay recently had a match at an NJPW event in Osaka, Japan, where he appeared emotional, suggesting a possible goodbye.
  • WWE has discussed creative ideas for Finlay but hasn't secured an agreement with him.
  • Finlay's brother, Uriah Connors, is already signed with WWE's "NXT" roster.
  • Finlay joined NJPW in 2015 and achieved early success, winning the NEVER Openweight Six-Man Tag Team Championship.
  • He later won the IWGP Tag Team Championship in 2020 and went on to win more titles in NJPW.
  • In 2023, Finlay became a prominent singles star after taking over the Bullet Club faction and winning the IWGP Global Championship twice.
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