Former WWE Cruiserweight Champion Rich Swann to Retire

Former WWE Cruiserweight Champion Rich Swann, who was recently released from the company amicably has declared his intent to retire from the professional wrestling business.

Swann first debuted back in 2008 and has captured numerous Championships around the world, some alongside Superstars such as Roderick Strong, Johnny Gargano, and Ricochet.

After his arrest for the kidnapping and false imprisonment of his wife Vannarah Riggs (Impact Wrestling’s Su Yung) in late 2017, Swann ultimately decided with WWE to mutually part ways.

While in WWE, Swann was one of the highest rated and most beloved members of the Cruiserweight division. He was the third Champion of the new era, following TJP and The Brian Kendrick.

A look back at Rich Swann's WWE Cruiserweight Title victory: Raw, Dec. 5, 2016

Just a few hours ago, Swann confirmed via his Twitter account that he will be retiring from the business after the current bookings he has taken are finished.

Check the tweet out:

After all the bookings ive taken im so scared to step in the ring but i cant wait lol. But after there done i will be retiring. Thank you for taking the chance on my name

— Rich Swann (@GottaGetSwann) March 8, 2018

He has just followed this up with another tweet, claiming that he has lost the dream job (referencing WWE) and he is excited to wrestle again, despite the inevitable hate he will get.

Damn i lost the dream job. Well even though im gonna be blown up as fuck i cant wait to wrestle again

— Rich Swann (@GottaGetSwann) March 8, 2018

Wrestling Rumors will continue to update you on this if any more news does develop. It is sad to see such a talented performer, despite the circumstances, retire from the ring.

What are your thoughts on this news? Did you expect it at all?

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