Controversial WWE Superstar Set to Return to RAW Amid Major Contract Dispute

Mustafa Ali was last seen at Crown Jewel 2021 where he lost to Mansoor in a fleeting match-up.

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2 months later, the WWE superstar would request for his release.

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And then falling so far from grace that WWE mashed up his return gimmick with Retribution's and then buried them both.

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Fightful Select has reported that Mustafa Ali is slated to appear at tomorrow's Monday Night RAW.

If the report is correct, this will be Ali's first appearance on TV in 6 months.

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