MLW Signs Indie Star LaBron Kozone to Multi-Year Deal

The 33-year-old wrestler from North Carolina joins MLW's roster ahead of the relaunch of its weekly TV series.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Independent wrestler LaBron Kozone has signed a multi-year contract with Major League Wrestling (MLW) and joined the promotion's roster. Kozone, who has held titles for Deadlock Pro Wrestling and recently attended a WWE tryout, is described by MLW as a 'new wave of athlete' who can trade strikes and overpower opponents in the ring.

Why it matters

MLW is preparing to relaunch its weekly Fusion TV series after relocating to Charleston, South Carolina last year. The addition of Kozone, who has experience on AEW Dark and in Germany's wXw promotion, is part of MLW's efforts to build a fresh roster of talent as it looks to regain momentum.

The details

Kozone, a 33-year-old wrestler from North Carolina, has signed a multi-year deal with MLW. He has held championship gold for the independent Deadlock Pro Wrestling promotion and recently attended a WWE tryout. Kozone's past experience includes two matches on AEW Dark and a trip to Germany to compete for wXw. He also works as a trainer at the Fire Star Pro Wrestling Training Center in Greensboro.

  • MLW announced Kozone's signing on March 5, 2026.
  • MLW is set to relaunch its Fusion TV series soon, though an exact return date has not been announced.
  • A Fusion taping is scheduled for March 14, 2026 at Center Stage in Atlanta.

The players

LaBron Kozone

A 33-year-old independent wrestler from North Carolina who has signed a multi-year contract with MLW. Kozone has held titles for Deadlock Pro Wrestling and recently attended a WWE tryout.

Court Bauer

The founder of MLW, who described Kozone as a 'franchise wrestler' and 'generational prospect' for the promotion.

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What they’re saying

“LaBron is a blue-chipper and a generational prospect. MLW is always looking towards the future and LaBron is a franchise wrestler in our eyes.”

— Court Bauer, MLW Founder (f4wonline.com)

What’s next

MLW is set to hold a Fusion TV taping on March 14, 2026 at Center Stage in Atlanta, where fans may get their first glimpse of LaBron Kozone in action for the promotion.

The takeaway

The signing of LaBron Kozone is part of MLW's efforts to build a fresh roster of talent as it prepares to relaunch its weekly Fusion TV series. Kozone's background as an independent wrestler with experience on major platforms like AEW and wXw makes him an intriguing addition to MLW's new generation of athletes.