WWE Stunner: The New Day’s Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods Officially Cut Ties With the Company
After more than a decade of dazzling crowds, dominating tag team competition and redefining entertainment in professional wrestling, The New Day is no more. Reports confirmed Saturday that Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods have mutually agreed to part ways with WWE, bringing an end to one of the most celebrated factions in company history.
According to multiple sources, including Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, both Kingston and Woods were approached about restructuring their contracts. Negotiations ultimately fell apart when the longtime tag team partners declined to make the changes WWE sought. The decision marks the close of an era that stretched across prime years of both performers’ careers.
Kofi Kingston, who joined WWE in 2008, built an impressive solo resume before co-founding The New Day with Woods and Big E. Xavier Woods made his main roster debut in 2013, and together, the trio forged a bond that became iconic both in and out of the ring. Their chemistry and charisma transformed them into one of the most successful stables in WWE history.
The third member of The New Day, Big E, has been sidelined since suffering a broken neck in 2022, which ultimately forced his medical retirement. His absence from in-ring competition left Woods and Kingston carrying the banner for the beloved group over the past two years. Now, their exit means no member of The New Day remains on the active WWE roster.
he group’s list of accomplishments stands among the most impressive in professional wrestling. The New Day captured multiple tag team championships, broke records for the longest title reign at the time, and became synonymous with the power of positivity. Their blend of humor, athleticism, and innovation made them timeless fan favorites and a merchandising juggernaut.
Both Kingston and Woods also achieved notable singles success during their tenure. Kingston famously captured the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 35 in an emotional moment that resonated far beyond the squared circle. Woods, meanwhile, pursued multiple creative projects, including hosting the popular gaming channel “UpUpDownDown,” showcasing his personality and tech-savvy charm.