Oro Mensah didn’t waste any time after parting ways with WWE, making a swift return to the wrestling ring. During an ROH TV taping in Chicago on July 30, 2025, the former NXT star made his first appearance since leaving WWE. Mensah, now going by “Oro,” squared off against NJPW legend Tomohiro Ishii. Though he came up short against Ishii, his presence alone has sparked interest among fans about his future path.
It’s still unclear whether Oro has officially signed with Ring of Honor or was simply brought in for this taping. However, his quick reemergence post-WWE has fueled speculation among fans about what’s next for him. Oro confirmed his WWE departure back in May through an emotional social media message, where he reflected on his 15 years of dedication and passion for professional wrestling.
Oro Mensah, whose real name is Oliver Sorter, originally joined WWE in 2019 as Oliver Carter and found success with NXT UK. After NXT UK was shut down, he transitioned to the US NXT system and became part of the Meta-Four faction, which recently disbanded following several roster releases.
Now officially a free agent, Oro is already back in the spotlight. Ringside News will keep fans updated about his contract situation and future bookings.
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Fan Take: Oro Mensah’s rapid return to the wrestling scene is a clear sign that talented wrestlers don’t stay idle for long after leaving WWE. For fans, this could signal the start of exciting new rivalries and storylines outside WWE, which helps keep the sport fresh and dynamic.
