Former TNA Star Gunner Discusses Leaving the Company, Possibly Joining NXT

Former TNA star Gunner recently announced on his Twitter account that he was taking bookings after parting ways with the company.

TNA came to turns on Gunner’s release after not having any reason creatively to keep him on the roster.

The 33-year-old recently made an appearance on the “Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling” podcast to discuss leaving TNA, as well as rumors of him possibly joining NXT developmental:

Departing TNA

“It’s no big deal. I tend to keep a positive attitude and this is my first interview since I parted ways with them last Friday and I look forward to whatever the future holds. Whether it be acting or another wrestling company or promotion, wrestling fans have definitely not seen the last of Gunner. I’ve talked to talent relations and Dixie and thanked them for the opportunity because I’ve been with them since 09 working security and it was just the right time for me to part ways with the company. We left on good terms and I can easily go back and do some more stuff. It is a good standing relationship that we have and I am thankful for the opportunity.”

Joining NXT

“I think right now that is internet hearsay. I personally have a 30 day non-compete clause which is what you usually have when you leave a company or they release you, so I can’t even really talk to anybody. Ultimately my goal as a kid was to have that WrestleMania moment. I haven’t touched base with anybody yet. I hope that in the future some doors open and I can at least get my foot in the door down in NXT. Now you have Samoa Joe down there and a bunch of amazing talent as part of that company and I would love an opportunity to work for those guys.”

To listen to the podcast in its entirety, click here.

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