WWE frees SmackDown Live superstar Tye Dillinger from contract

WWE unveiled superstar Tye Dillinger (real name Ron Arneill) on Friday. Earlier in the week, Dillinger had confirmed that he had asked to be released from his contract and WWE has now granted his wish. During his second stay at the company, Dillinger spent more than five years at the WWE, during which time he became famous for his "Perfect 10" gimmick in the NXT. He even made his Royal Rumble debut in 2017 when he appeared as No. 10 contender.

He was quickly called to the main training after WrestleMania 33 on SmackDown Live. But things got worse for Dillinger from that moment, who failed to participate in important matches despite the crowd. He had some shots at the US championship, but for the most part at SmackDown Live, Dillinger was relegated to the ranks of the biggest stars and live event work. his contract. Photo Credit: WWE )

After being frustrated with his reservation, Dillinger finally applied for his release on Wednesday. By posting a statement on Twitter, he revealed that he had asked for his release from the WWE. On Friday, WWE accepted his request and obtained his release from the company. A statement on WWE.com said: "The WWE has reached an agreement on the release of Ron Arneill (Tye Dillinger)". 205 Live superstar Hideo Itami was also released on the same day as Dillinger

Dillinger, 38, had just returned from a four-month absence following a hand injury. Dillinger was a bit disappointing at WWE because he failed to become a superstar of the company even during his second stint. Dillinger had previously signed a development contract with WWE in 2006 and was listed on the main draw in 2008 as Gavin Spears. He struggled under the ECW brand until it was released in 2009.

Dillinger then signed again with WWE in 2013 and spent over three years in NXT. His "Perfect 10" gimmick caught the attention of the NXT audience.

After his release, Dillinger could run for All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where his friend Cody Rhodes is the executive vice president. Rhodes even tweeted after Dillinger confirmed his departure. Double or Nothing is the first official pay-per-view under the umbrella of AEW and will take place May 25 in Las Vegas. It is likely that the "Perfect 10" is in Las Vegas to fight for the promotion of Rhodes.