Wrestling promotion Ring of Honor features a weekly "Video Wire" on their site which breaks news, previews upcoming shows and more. This week's Video Wire features a statement by Samoa Joe announcing his forthcoming departure from the company.
Former ROH Champion Samoa Joe announced that he will be leaving ROH after the March 4 event in Liverpool, UK. Joe talked about how he loved ROH because they allowed him to go out and be himself.
Joe announced that "The Samoa Joe Farewell Tour" would begin on Feb. 16 and end of March 4. Joe said he would put on his best performances during his final run in ROH. He closed by saying he was forced to say farewell to ROH.
Mike Johnson of PWInsider reports Joe is leaving to focus more on TNA bookings. It's no secret that Joe is line for an NWA title run, there's a very strong possibility TNA told Joe he'd get the title once he was a "full time" TNA talent and no longer being one of the top stars in a rival promotion.