WWE has filed a trademark for the ring name Kyoki with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The filing follows the company's standard process for protecting names ahead of potential wrestler debuts or changes.
The trademark covers entertainment services including wrestling exhibitions and performances delivered live or through broadcast media such as television, radio, and the internet. It also includes provisions for fan club services, online newsletters, and blogs in the sports entertainment field.
No confirmation has been given on which wrestler will use the name. The source notes possible connections to Hiromu Takahashi, who is expected to debut soon, or to Ulka Sasaki, who has been training at the WWE Performance Center.
WWE previously filed for the name Bakusai, and recently changed the ring name of Naraku, formerly known as EVIL in NJPW, just before his NXT debut. Naraku is scheduled to challenge for the NXT Championship on July 21.
