Top RAW Rumors: Big names to be released, seeds planted for Lesnar's upcoming return, backstage reaction to Mahal's push (2nd June)

#4 More RAW and SmackDown superstars could be released by WWE soon

The RAW production people I’ve spoken with were absolutely thrilled with Jimmy Smith’s performance last night. “Tremendous” & “Natural fit” were two comments concerning his debut.

— WrestleVotes (@WrestleVotes) June 1, 2021

Fightful Select has reported that WWE is planning another round of Superstar cuts soon, which could involve high-profile names from RAW and SmackDown as well. WWE released multiple superstars earlier this year as part of budget cuts. Some of the big names who were let go included RAW announcer Samoa Joe, Peyton Royce and Bo Dallas among others.

WWE has also released some NXT superstars and backstage employees as well. The most recent WWE release was that of former RAW commentator Tom Phillips. Fans had thought that Phillips would be replacing Virk after his quick exit from the company. Unfortunately, even he was let go by WWE. Jimmy Smith has been brought in as the new lead RAW announcer.

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#3 Update on Sheamus' injury on RAW

..sorry NOT VACATING. #USChampion pic.twitter.com/JiCoB6nJd0

— Sheamus (@WWESheamus) June 1, 2021

The United States champion Sheamus suffered a nose injury on RAW this week during his match against Humberto Carillo. PWInsider has reported that The Celtic Warrior has suffered a broken nose and will have to take some time off:

For those who have asked if Sheamus suffered a broke nose taking that hard shot from Humberto Carrillo, PWInsider.com has confirmed he 100% broke it.

The report also stated that the US Champion will have to sit out for some time even though he is one tough superstar. Sheamus has put an end to speculation about him vacating the US Championship. The former WWE Champion made it clear on Twitter that he has no such plans.