Dexter Lumis just sent a loud message about when he’ll be able to wrestle again — and he used a pair of scissors and Indi Hartwell to do it.

On April 30, 2026, Lumis posted a dark video on Instagram that looks like a countdown to the end of his 90-day non-compete clause after being released from WWE. The clip shows Lumis sitting still while Indi Hartwell — his former on-screen partner — cuts chunks of his hair off in a slow, dramatic scene.

The real message came at the very end of the video, when a date flashed across the screen that appears to mark when he’ll be free to wrestle again, 7.24.26.

That date lines up with when his non-compete clause would expire, meaning July 24 could be the day Lumis is allowed to step back into the ring for another promotion.

Indi Hartwell’s involvement is interesting, since the two were tied together in a popular storyline during their WWE run. Seeing her show up in the video made the whole thing feel less random and more like a clear signal that Lumis is getting ready for his next chapter.

This comes after Lumis previously confirmed his WWE exit with a message thanking the Wyatt Sicks group and the fans who supported them, making it clear he wasn’t looking back with regret.

“Won’t make this too sappy, but I love each and every member of this group. The task we took on together was truly monumental. I won’t look back with any regrets.”

Now the focus isn’t on what ended — it’s on when he’ll be back. With that July 24 date front and center, Lumis made it pretty obvious that the countdown to his return to wrestling is officially on.

Where do you think Dexter Lumis shows up first once July 24 hits — AEW, TNA, or somewhere totally unexpected? Let us know what you think in the comments.

Steve Carrier is the founder of Ringside News and has been reporting on pro wrestling since 1997. His stories have been featured on TMZ, Forbes, Bleacher Report, and more.

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