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Pro wrestler Jordan Saint, 23, aka 'Black Flash,' died in a head-on crash on Bethpage State Parkway on Long Island after a Hyundai crossed into oncoming traffic; the Hyundai driver was seriously injured. Saint had recently returned to wrestling and was slated to appear at Pandemonium’s Burst and Decay in Austin on August 2. Tributes from indie promotions highlighted his talent and character.
Lance Anoa'i, a member of the renowned Anoa'i wrestling family, has officially left WWE after signing with them in 2023 and facing an injury that prevented his TV debut. He plans to return to the independent wrestling scene, leveraging his 15 years of experience, and is open to bookings. His departure highlights the unpredictable nature of wrestling careers, even for those with a famous lineage.
Independent wrestler MASADA suffered significant burns to his face and body after accidentally setting himself on fire during a deathmatch event at XPW Wrestling in Pomona, California. The wrestler was attempting to blow a fireball at his opponent when the stunt went awry, causing the flames to engulf his upper body. MASADA finished the contest but was diagnosed with first- and second-degree burns all over his body and is currently recovering in the burn unit of a nearby medical facility. Despite the incident, MASADA has no plans to retire from wrestling.