Gunner is stepping away from in-ring action.
The former Jaxson Ryker first made the announcement on a recent episode of his 'Wrestling For The Faith' podcast. While speaking to his co-host Casey Kage, Gunner noted that he feels like its the right time to step away from the in-ring aspect of the business.
Gunner did note that he won't rule out doing a guest appearance or autograph signings in the future.
“I do feel like it’s time to step away. Now, [that] necessarily doesn’t mean I’ll go do guest ref spots or go sign some autographs or use it as a ministry, but the in-ring action, I think it’s time to step away. Because of injuries, it’s time to pursue a different career. I have four shows booked. August 27th, which is funny, it’s two days after my 23 year anniversary of my wrestling career starting, [that date] will be my last show in Salisbury, North Carolina. I think it’s time to walk away, I don’t… there’s moments that I enjoy, working around with you, doing some stuff with you or certain other guys but it’s just gotten to the point where I’m ready to press on into a new career. I’m 40, almost 41 man. I’ve been blessed, I’ve had an amazing career. What else do I have left to prove? Go work some indie shows and get hurt? I just can’t do it. I got four shows booked ready to roll.”
In November 2021, Ryker was released from WWE after spending nearly five years with the promotion. Since his release from WWE, the former Forgotten Son has had a select amount of matches on the independent scene.
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