Josh Alexander, a two-time Impact World Champion, has officially announced his retirement from independent wrestling. The announcement was made during Northern Crown Wrestling’s live show in Toronto on Sunday. Davie Portman from the Poisonrana podcast was in attendance and shared this footage:
Alexander hinted that this decision stems from an upcoming wrestling commitment that demands exclusivity or a significant amount of his focus, prompting him to prioritize this new chapter in his career.
After 20 years in independent wrestling, Josh has decided it’s time to move on. In a follow-up post on social media, he expresses his love for the journey which included traveling worldwide, working with great people, and performing for fans. He encourages the next generation of wrestlers to rise and fill the potential gap he might leave in the Canadian wrestling scene.
Alexander thanks the wrestling promotions for booking him, aiding in supporting his family financially; fellow wrestlers for the learning experiences from every match and the fans for their support which kept him motivated during tough times. While he’s stepping away from indie bookings, he implies that this isn’t a complete goodbye but rather a “see you later.”
His last indie show will be at WrestlePrestige on January 11th.
Best known for his incredible versatility, Alexander has thrived in both singles competition and tag team wrestling. His most notable achievement is a record-breaking 335-day reign as Impact World Champion, surpassing Bobby Roode’s previous milestone of 256 days. Additionally, his partnership with Ethan Page in the acclaimed tag team, The North, remains a highlight of his storied career.
This decision signals a pivotal moment for Alexander as he prepares to dedicate himself fully to this next opportunity in professional wrestling.