Samoa Joe, a prominent AEW wrestler, is scheduled for a rare indie wrestling appearance this November, participating in a farewell match for a retiring friend. The bout between Joe and Navajo Warrior will take place on Saturday, November 8, at the Impact Zone Wrestling (IZW) event titled Long Live The King.
Details on the Retirement Show and Location
This event is the concluding stop on Navajo Warrior’s retirement tour, marking the end of his in-ring career. The show will be hosted at Bull Shooters in Phoenix, Arizona, representing Samoa Joe’s first independent wrestling match since 2015.
Background on Navajo Warrior and His Wrestling Journey
Steve Islas, better known as Navajo Warrior, founded the IZW promotion and is recognized for his dual career as a wrestler and strongman competitor. Throughout his longtime wrestling tenure, he has worked enhancement and dark matches for <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE during the 1990s and 2000s. Navajo Warrior also competed in Japan for Zero1 Wrestling. Earlier in his career, Islas performed under the name The Navajo Kid.
Samoa Joe’s Current Career Highlights
Currently, Samoa Joe holds the AEW Trios Championship alongside Katsuyori Shibata and Powerhouse Hobbs. He recently returned to AEW television following a one-month hiatus, which coincided with the promotion of his role as Sweet Tooth in season two of Peacock’s Twisted Metal series.
Significance of the Match and What to Expect
This rare indie appearance by Samoa Joe highlights a meaningful moment in both wrestlers’ careers, allowing fans to witness a significant send-off for Navajo Warrior. The show also reaffirms Joe’s ongoing connection to the independent wrestling scene despite his established status in AEW.
