Another WWE Name Confirmed for Bloodsport XIII

Karrion Kross is stepping back into the no-ropes world of Bloodsport, and fans better brace for violence.

Josh Barnett just dropped the news that “Karrion Kross will compete at Bloodsport XIII on April 17,” marking the WWE Superstar’s first appearance at the gritty event since 2019. For those who haven’t kept track, Kross is 1-1 at past Bloodsport shows, but this time he’s walking in with even more fire—and a WWE contract behind him.

Kross’ return instantly ups the intensity for Bloodsport XIII, which is set to take place during WrestleMania Week. Known for its raw, MMA-style presentation with no ropes and no pinfalls, Bloodsport is the kind of event where only the toughest step up—and Kross clearly wants to remind people exactly who he is outside the WWE lights.

The current lineup is already stacked. Pete Dunne, Gabe Kidd, Shinya Aoki, Jonathan Gresham, Maika, Konami, and Natalya are all set to appear. That’s right—Natalya will also be in action, adding a wild twist that makes this card even more unpredictable. Add in Timothy Thatcher, Tom Lawlor, Leyla Hirsch, and Simon Gotch, and this thing is turning into a full-scale fight night.

Kross returning to Bloodsport after years in WWE raises one question—how will he adapt back to this no-nonsense format? And more importantly, is this just a one-off, or is the “Doomsday” character looking to leave a deeper mark outside the walls of WWE?

Here’s the full lineup for Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIII on April 17:

• Karrion Kross
• Pete Dunne
• Gabe Kidd
• Natalya
• Jonathan Gresham
• Timothy Thatcher
• Tom Lawlor
• Simon Gotch
• Shinya Aoki
• Royce Isaacs
• Miyu Yamashita
• David Modzmanashvili
• Leyla Hirsch
• Konami

What do you think about Karrion Kross making his Bloodsport comeback? Will he dominate, or get humbled? Sound off in the comments below—we want to hear from you.