Ladies and gentlemen, the world of professional wrestling is about to bid farewell to one of its most illustrious stars. The Joshi legend, Meiko Satomura, will be hanging up her boots next year, bringing an end to a career that has spanned decades and continents. Since joining WWE in 2020, Satomura has been a force both in the ring and behind the scenes, but her legacy stretches far beyond her tenure in “WWE NXT.”
Satomura, often heralded as one of the greatest Japanese wrestlers of her generation, has been conspicuously absent from WWE TV since March 2023. A recent report from “Fightful Select” has peeled back the curtain on her mysterious absence, revealing that the reason has been closely guarded by Satomura and WWE higher-ups. However, it appears that Satomura’s absence signals her intention to wind down her WWE contract, with many “NXT” stars doubting her return to TV.
Despite this, the announcement of her impending retirement hasn’t come as a shock to many within the WWE. Satomura has earned immense respect for her contributions, particularly for her stint in “NXT UK,” and many wish she had more time to shine on the main “NXT” brand and WWE’s main roster.
Looking ahead, Satomura is expected to remain in Japan for her retirement tour, focusing on her promotion, Sendai Girls’ Pro Wrestling, which she founded in 2005. While a return to the US isn’t off the table, it’s unlikely. Satomura’s immediate future will see her nurturing the next generation of wrestlers in Japan, ensuring her legacy endures long after her final match.