Ring of Honor matchmaker Nigel McGuinness has resigned from his position and will be leaving the company, according to an official statement sent out Sunday night.
McGuiness returned to ROH in 2011 after a run with TNA where he worked a retirement tour before becoming a commentator for the promotion, and eventually being named the on-screen matchmaker. As recently as this month’s Final Battle pay-per-view, he would occasionally return to the commentary position for main event matches on major shows alongside Kevin Kelly and Steve Corino, who has also announced his departure from the company.
The following is from ROHwrestling.com.
Earlier this evening, with heavy hearts, Ring of Honor officials accepted the resignation of ROH Matchmaker Nigel McGuinness.Speculation surrounding McGuinness’ sudden resignation has begun to boil among ROH officials. While some chastised his leniency toward Bullet Club’s behavior in the summer, others believe that now McGuinness may be under extreme duress from Bullet Club’s Adam Cole for changing the stipulations of the Final Battle main event just days in advance.One of ROH’s all-time greats, the former ROH World Champion has resigned. ROH management has announced it is forming an executive committee to oversee matchmaking in ROH. We wish Nigel McGuinness the best of luck in his future.
