Former WWE Superstar Elias, now known as Elijah recently suffered a loss in his first match after he was let go from WWE last year.
Elias was released from WWE in September 2023 and was part of the first wave of talent releases following the launch of TKO Group Holdings. He had joined WWE in 2014 and during his run he became a 4-time 24/7 Champion. He is also a one-time Slammy Award winner (Best Musical Performance of 2020) and a one-time WWE Year-End Award winner (Breakout Superstar of 2018).
Over the years, Elias was involved in high-profile rivalries with the likes of John Cena and Braun Strowman. However, he was always on the losing end. In 2022, he even re-debuted as his brother, Ezekiel.
With the Elias name owned by WWE, the former Superstar repackaged his gimmick and is now known as Elijah. It’s worth noting that the Elias and Elijah names come from the Old Testament prophet of the same name.
Elijah suffered a loss against ‘Speedball’ Mike Bailey
Elijah recently made his comeback to the ring at last night’s Wrestling REVOLVER event, where he faced ‘Speedball’ Mike Bailey in a singles match. The former Elias was in great shape despite being away from the ring since May last year.
In the end, Mike Bailey defeated Elijah. The former WWE 24/7 Champion was furious with the outcome and launched a brutal attack on Bailey after the match, thus cementing his heel character.
He's here!! Elijah making his @PWRevolver debut!@_Iam_Elijah_ #RevolverWHAT pic.twitter.com/nQ3lysXEqP
— ?????? (@WrestlingCovers) February 18, 2024
It's impossible for Speedball to have a bad match with anyone.
Elijah (Elias) hadn't wrestled since May 2023, and he looked great and is still in phenomenal shape.TNA needs to sign him ASAP. Great match!! #RevolverWHAT pic.twitter.com/zuPWsTSqgo
— ?????? (@WrestlingCovers) February 18, 2024
We will now have to wait and see what the future holds for Elijah.