Report suggests former NXT Champion may be done with the company
Summary
– Tommaso Ciampa is reportedly finishing his time with WWE without a contract renewal
– His last WWE appearance came on the December 19 episode of SmackDown
– Ciampa leaves behind a defining legacy as one of NXT’s most influential stars
Tommaso Ciampa’s tenure with WWE may be approaching its conclusion, according to a new report.
Bodyslam.net reports that Ciampa is wrapping up his run with the company and is not currently expected to renew his WWE contract. The report notes that he is finishing his time without a renewal in place, though there is no confirmation on whether he plans to sign elsewhere or step away from wrestling.
Ciampa last appeared on the December 19, 2025, episode of SmackDown, teaming with longtime partner Johnny Gargano as DIY in a loss to Ilja Dragunov and Carmelo Hayes. Since that match, Ciampa has not been seen on WWE television, while Gargano has continued to appear alongside Candice LeRae.
Ciampa first signed with WWE in 2015 and quickly became a central figure in the rise of NXT. His rivalry and eventual reunion with Gargano helped shape one of the brand’s most celebrated eras, with DIY becoming one of the most influential tag teams in NXT history.
In 2018, Ciampa captured the NXT Championship and held the title for 238 days before being forced to vacate it due to a serious neck injury. He later returned from multiple setbacks and remained a key presence in both singles and tag team competition.
Known for his gritty persona, intense promos, and physical in-ring style, Ciampa carved out a reputation as one of NXT’s defining performers. If his WWE run has truly come to an end, he exits having left a lasting mark on the black-and-gold brand and beyond.
