UK promotion Southside Wrestling has announced that Rich Swann will no longer be taking part in their upcoming ‘Speed King 2018’ tournament. The company released the following statement confirming the cancellation of Swann and his replacement in wXw/Cruiserweight Classic star Da Mack:

SpeedKing is cursed but @DaMack1 is here to prove why he’s one of Europe’s best.

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— Southside Wrestling (@SouthsideWE) March 13, 2018


The former 205 Live Superstar was arrested back in December for a domestic incident that included charges of battery and kidnapping/false imprisonment. The company wished him “the best in all of his future endeavors” – but still decided to release him on his birthday (February 15th), the decision was “mutually agreed” by both parties. All charges have since been dropped however Swann recently announced his plans to retire following his already confirmed independent dates.