Throughout his career, Jeff Hardy’s real-life struggles with substance abuse have been integrated into various storylines. On the Insight podcast, Hardy reflected on these instances, sharing mixed feelings about their portrayal in his professional career.

“In a way, I think it helped me, but also, looking back at it now, I go, Oh my God, was that the right thing to do? “

Hardy’s substance issues have been referenced multiple times in WWE storylines, including his 2009 feud with CM Punk, which contrasted Punk’s straightedge lifestyle with Hardy’s struggles. After Hardy’s return to WWE, his alcohol issues were revisited during a feud with Sheamus in 2020.

One of the most infamous instances of Hardy’s challenges was at the 2011 TNA Victory Road pay-per-view, where he appeared in no condition to compete. On the podcast, Hardy recalled what he could from the event.

“I remember going out there, and I remember just Sting roughing me up and throwing me to the mat… I’ve just had a lot of dark, dark times from the alcoholism and the drug addiction stuff. It feels good to be on the other side of that.”

Hardy has since returned to TNA Wrestling, where he is now sober and thriving as one-half of the reigning TNA World Tag Team Champions. Fans can stay tuned to SEScoops for updates as Hardy continues to rebuild his legacy, focusing on a life free from substance abuse.

Nic Nemeth, formerly known as Dolph Ziggler in WWE, has re-signed with TNA Wrestling. He’s the reigning TNA World Champion, a title he captured in a six-way elimination match at TNA Slammiversary in July 2024.

Nemeth’s journey with TNA began earlier in 2024 when he initially agreed to a short-term deal of just 10 dates. However, impressed by the company’s vision and the locker room atmosphere, he continued to extend his commitment. His decision to re-sign demonstrates his faith in TNA’s direction and potential for growth.

TNA’s Business Growth

Increased Viewership: The company has been seeing a steady increase in audience numbers, with Nemeth noting that they’re attracting “1% bigger audience every single week”.

Strategic Partnerships: TNA has formed partnerships with major media companies, including Warner Bros. Discovery’s Eurosport India, expanding its reach in the Asian subcontinent.

Streaming Service Launch: The company launched TNA+, a new streaming service, in partnership with Endeavor Streaming, offering fans enhanced access to TNA content.

International Expansion: TNA has partnered with StarTimes to bring exclusive content to over 30 countries in Africa, further extending its global reach.

Live Event Success: TNA has been selling out shows regularly, indicating growing fan interest and engagement.

Nemeth’s re-signing is likely both a result of and a contributor to this positive momentum. His continued presence adds star power and credibility to TNA’s product during this crucial growth period. His decision to stay with aligns with TNA’s goal of expanding into bigger venues and increasing its market share in the professional wrestling landscape.

The debut of a new X Division Championship belt and multiple new title matches have been confirmed for the upcoming TNA Genesis PPV later this month.

The X Division Champion Moose had a segment on the January 9 episode of Impact. He claimed that the current title belt design was the ugliest he has seen. The current champion then had Alisha Edwards toss the title belt aside and announced that he’ll be debuting a new design fit for the face of the franchise at the upcoming PPV.

.@TheMooseNation completely disrespects the TNA X Division Championship! New title at #TNAGenesis?!

WATCH #TNAiMPACT on TNA+: https://t.co/Dw7ITswQRG pic.twitter.com/u0tVZdiZ39

— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) January 10, 2025

The episode also saw the confirmation of Tessa Blanchard’s in-ring return match. After Blanchard once again attacked Jordynne Grace, Santino Marella made the bout between the two female stars official. The upcoming match is expected to be Grace’s last for the company.

• Jordynne Grace Fuels Speculation With ’29 Days’ Cryptic Tease

TNA Genesis 2025 Updated Match Card

Apart from this, the company also confirmed the TNA Knockouts championship match and several other bouts for their PPV during Impact. Here is the updated match card for the show:

• X Division Championship Match: Moose (c) vs. Ace Austin
• TNA Knockouts Tag Team Championship Match: Spitfire (Jody Threat and Dani Luna) (c) vs. Ash by Elegance and Heather by Elegance (with The Personal Concierge)
• Singles Match: Josh Alexander vs. Mike Santana
• Singles Match: Jordynne Grace vs. Tessa Blanchard
• TNA Tag Team Championship Match: The Hardys (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) (c) vs. The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz)
• TNA Knockouts Championship Match: Masha Slamovich (c) vs. Rosemary
• TNA World Championship Match: Nic Nemeth (c) vs. Joe Hendry

TNA Genesis this year will be taking place on Saturday, January 19, 2025, from Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas

• Moose Responds To ‘Fake News’ About TNA Locker Room Morale And X Division Championship

Jeff Hardy believes he could have been a bigger name than even John Cena had he changed his lifestyle earlier.

Matt Hardy recently shared a clip of his brother from a TV interview on X. Jeff, in the clip, was asked if he thought he’d still be wrestling after all these years when he made his debut. The Charismatic Enigma talked about all the life changes he has made in recent years. He noted that he could have been one of the biggest names in wrestling had he changed his lifestyle earlier:

“Man, I don’t know, probably. The way I was living life in my 20s and 30s….If I was living life the way I’m living life now, oh my gosh, there’s no telling, I would probably be bigger than John Cena – today.

You know, because I had such a, I was born with such a gift to be a pro wrestler, and I was just…it just felt so natural and like I was totally, you know, created to do this thing.”

From TV in Dallas this morning – Jeff is asked, "Did you think you’d still be doing this 30 years ago?" pic.twitter.com/sOZsVLiyxG

— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) January 7, 2025

Jeff Hardy: ‘I Don’t Want Solo Hall of Fame Spot, Just To Go In With Matt’

Until I Can’t Wrestle Anymore: Jeff Hardy

Jeff Hardy had previously discussed how he has replaced drugs and alcohol with regular ice baths. According to him, the ice baths have been crazy beneficial to him and he is not even thinking about retirement at the moment:

“The cool thing about that is, I’m still here. I still have life, and I feel good. As Matt had mentioned, you know, we’re big ice bathers, and that’s been crazy beneficial for me, mentally and physically. So yeah, I don’t put a number on it. I don’t, you know, I’ll just pretty much wrestle until I can’t wrestle anymore.”

Jeff Hardy has reunited with his brother since returning to TNA in June last year. The duo have been featured prominently by the company and they’re the current TNA World Tag Team Champions.

Here’s the preview for TNA Wrestling’s episode of iMPACT! airing on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at 8/7c on AXS TV, Sportsnet 360, and TNA+.

The main event will feature an exciting 8-Knockout tag team match. Knockouts World Champion Masha Slamovich teams up with Jordynne Grace and Knockouts World Tag Team Champions Spitfire to face the formidable squad of Rosemary, Tasha Steelz, and Ash & Heather By Elegance.

TNA Impact Preview – January 2, 2025

• Masha Slamovich, Jordynne Grace, and Spitfire vs. Rosemary, Tasha Steelz, and Ash & Heather By Elegance
• Tessa Blanchard makes her return to TNA after nearly 5 years
• Joe Hendry addresses his upcoming TNA World Championship rematch against Nic Nemeth
• KUSHIDA vs. Ace Austin in an X-Division match
• Ryan Nemeth vs. Rhino

This episode marks the first TNA iMPACT! of 2025 and sets the stage for the upcoming Genesis LIVE pay-per-view on January 19, where Joe Hendry will challenge Nic Nemeth for the TNA World Championship.

Tessa Blanchard’s TNA Return

Tessa Blanchard made a surprise return to TNA at the Final Resolution event on December 13, 2024, attacking Jordynne Grace and declaring her intent to reclaim her position in the company. Blanchard, who became the first woman to hold the Impact World Heavyweight Championship during the pandemic, had previously departed from TNA in 2020 amid controversies, including allegations of bullying and racism, which she denied.

Her return was kept secret due to internal concerns over potential backlash, as some within the company had reservations about her rejoining. Reactions within the industry were mixed:

• Jordynne Grace Blasts “Ignorant” Tessa Blanchard After Controversial TNA Return
• Lance Storm Reveals Backstage Response To Tessa Blanchard’s TNA Return
• Booker T Defends Tessa Blanchard’s TNA Return
• Magnum TA On Tessa Blanchard’s Divisive TNA Return: ‘She Hit A Grand Slam’

Nic Nemeth says getting people to give TNA a try is the biggest challenge for him as the company’s current world champion.

The wrestling veteran recently spoke to RG Bro Entertainment to promote TNA Genesis from Garland Texas and TNA Rebellion from Los Angeles in 2025. He discussed things such as his time in the Spirit Squad, his friendship with Lance Storm and more.

The former WWE star made his debut for the Anthem-owned promotion at Hard To Kill in January. He won a six-way match at Slammiversary in July, to become the World Champion. When asked what challenges he has faced in TNA in his first year with the company, Nemeth explained how a lot of people are just not aware of the brand:

“Challenges? I just…getting the word out. Every once in a while, people [will be] like, ‘Hey, we love Impact, we love the pay-per-views, we watch what you’re doing’ and then someone will go, ‘I follow you on social media, I’ve watched everything you’ve ever done, do you still wrestle?’ and I go, ‘Ugh, come on man.’ I go, ‘Bro, AXS TV, YouTube, TNA plus app, check out the show.’”

• Nic Nemeth Reveals The Only Reason He’d Want To Do A Royal Rumble Appearance

We’re This Happy Medium: Nic Nemeth

Explaining why people should give TNA a chance, Nic Nemeth said that they’re the happy medium between WWE and AEW. Per the World Champion, people can expect both good storylines and genuine surprises at their shows:

“Sometimes people will say AEW is a little fast with stuff, sometimes WWE goes way too slow in molasses with the same predictable stuff, we are someone that I feel like we’re this happy medium of, you check out, you don’t know what’s going to happen one day, but then you see the slow progression of a story and you know where they’re going and then the other half is, you don’t know who’s gonna show up, you don’t know what’s gonna happen.”

Nemeth also talked about the surprise appearance of WWE Hall of Famer JBL at recent shows. While he didn’t reveal what Layfield said to him during the Emergence PPV, Nic noted that the wrestling legend seems to be in hunt for talents for a new stable.

• Nic Nemeth Details Motivation For WWE Departure

In 2024, several WWE superstars have maintained a perfect record inside the squared circle, but one name from TNA Wrestling has also joined this elite group.

Trey Miguel, a standout talent in TNA, currently shares the spotlight with WWE legends like The Rock and John Cena by boasting a 100% winrate this year. Let’s dive into the list of wrestlers who remain undefeated in 2024.

The NXT and TNA Crossover

The collaboration between NXT and TNA began to take shape in mid-2024, with both promotions aiming to enhance their programming and offer fresh matchups. This alliance led to several notable inter-promotional appearances:

• Jordynne Grace’s NXT Debut: TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace made a significant impact by appearing on NXT, setting up a champion vs. champion match against NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez at NXT Battleground.
• The Rascalz Reunion: Former TNA stablemates Wes Lee, Trey Miguel, and Zachary Wentz reunited on NXT, competing in six-man tag team matches and reigniting their chemistry.

Trey Miguel in WWE

As part of this crossover, TNA’s Trey Miguel participated in several WWE events:

• NXT Matches: Miguel, alongside The Rascalz, competed in multiple matches on NXT, including a victory over Gallus in a six-man tag team match.
• Slammiversary Appearance: The Rascalz continued their momentum by defeating NXT’s No Quarter Catch Crew at TNA’s Slammiversary event, further solidifying the crossover’s success.

Trey Miguel Shines with a Perfect Record

Trey Miguel, known for his high-flying style and dynamic in-ring ability, has had a stellar run in 2024. Competing in 3 matches on the WWE NXT brand, Miguel has maintained a 100% winrate.

His flawless record places him alongside some of WWE’s most iconic superstars, proving that his talent extends far beyond the TNA ring.

Trey Miguel’s Matches in WWE this Year

TNA Wrestling is set to move to Sportsnet in Canada in 2025, a significant milestone for the promotion in the spot previously held by WWE. This multi-year agreement not only provides TNA iMPACT with a stable broadcast home but also grants Canadian fans access to TNA’s diverse library and additional programming, including TNA Xplosion and TNA in 60. Upcoming TNA Wrestling shows are already listed on Sportsnet.

TNA, as Impact Wrestling, previously aired in Canada on the Fight Network and Game TV, which are both owned by TNA’s parent company, Anthem Sports & Entertainment. In the United States, TNA programming will continue to air on AXS TV.

This deal coincides with the conclusion of Sportsnet’s decade-long partnership with WWE. Starting January 6, all WWE programming—including Raw, WWE NXT, SmackDown, and Premium Live Events—will transition to Netflix in Canada.

This move to Sportsnet, and replacing WWE in the role, marks the latest major move by TNA, which relaunched this past January with its Hard to Kill pay-per-view. Since then, TNA has continued to show growth thanks to its roster of talented performers and partnership with WWE NXT.

For the latest updates on TNA Wrestling, stay tuned to SEScoops as the promotion builds toward a pivotal 2025.

Paul Heyman may have never officially worked for TNA, but the man now known as Roman Reigns’ “Wise Man” played a significant behind-the-scenes role in Ken Anderson’s TNA journey. After his WWE release in 2009, the former Mr. Kennedy debuted in TNA under his real name in January 2010.

Speaking on the Rewind, Recap, Relive podcast, Anderson reflected on his time working with Heyman in WWE, crediting the Hall of Famer for coming up with the “Mr. Kennedy” name. Anderson also revealed that Heyman continued to assist him with promos during his TNA tenure, despite not being affiliated with the company.

“I would oftentimes call Paul Heyman and say, ‘Hey, here’s what they have for me. Can you help me make sense of this?’ And he would fire me off an email and rewrite what they had written for me. So he, in a sense, was writing for TNA at one time.”

Although Heyman never officially joined TNA, his influence extended beyond WWE, helping talents like Anderson refine their craft. Heyman eventually returned to WWE in 2012 after a six-year hiatus, while Anderson remained with TNA, where he became a two-time World Champion before his 2016 departure following a failed on-the-spot drug test.

Today, fans can catch Heyman regularly on WWE television following his return after an attack by The Bloodline earlier this year. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on Paul Heyman, whose impact continues to resonate across the wrestling industry.

Nic Nemeth says he’d only want to do a Royal Rumble appearance to promote TNA.

The TNA World Champion recently had an interview with Daily Star. Among other questions, he was asked about a potential Royal Rumble cameo and whether he’d like to show up as Dolph Ziggler or Nic Nemeth.

The wrestling veteran first discussed how he didn’t want to make an appearance on NXT while TNA partnered up with them because he had already worked the show and left WWE on his own accord. He believed that young talents from the TNA roster could benefit much more from such an opportunity.

On the topic of a potential Royal Rumble appearance, Nemeth mentioned that he wouldn’t mind busting out his old ring gear for one night, but only so he can use that buzz to promote TNA:

“To do something fun. Wear my old trunks, get the old music to play, come out there, and kick somebody in the face? That would be awesome. But the most important, it would just be something to have a viral moment, so I could talk about TNA. That’s the only reason I’d want to do it.”

• Nic Nemeth Details Motivation For WWE Departure

Mickie James was the first TNA champion to represent the company with a Royal Rumble appearance in 2022. Jordynne Grace then followed in her footsteps with a cameo in the 2024 edition of the battle royal.

If Nic Nemeth does show up at the Royal Rumble, he’d become the first male champion from TNA roster to make a main roster appearance for the Endeavor-owned promotion.

Before he can do so, however, Nemeth will have to overcome the challenge of Joe Hendry who’d be challenging him in a championship rematch at the Genesis event on January 19, 2025.

TNA Wrestling’s Jordynne Grace has wrestling fans buzzing with a cryptic tweet teasing something big coming in a matter of weeks. On X, the former TNA Knockouts World Champion shared the message ’29 days’ alongside a photo of herself delivering a forearm to Rosemary.

The post quickly sparked speculation, with some fans believing the number is a countdown to the end of her TNA contract, fueling rumors of a potential jump to WWE. In the comments, many fans responded that Grace could be debuting in NXT in 29 days, or referenced Grace competing in the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble. Grace appeared numerous times for WWE in 2024 and many believe a permanent move to the larger promotion will come next year.

The number could also be linked to TNA Genesis, the promotion’s first pay-per-view of the new year which will take place 29 days after Grace sent her post. Genesis 2025 will take place at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas on January 19.

Grace has had a banner year in 2024, both in TNA Wrestling, WWE, and beyond. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the Juggernaut, and what the former Knockouts World Champion has planned for a matter of weeks.

Nic Nemeth has explained why he decided to leave WWE.

The former Dolph Ziggler ended his 19-year tenure with the Endeavor-owned promotion in September 2023. Entering the independent circuit for the first time in his wrestling career, Nemeth has since made it a mission to prove that he can still be a top guy for any promotion in the world.

The current TNA World Heavyweight Champion spoke to Daily Star recently to promote the 2025 Genesis event. He discussed things such as the growth of TNA in 2024, the progression of his Genesis opponent Joe Hendry, and more.

When asked if leaving WWE has reignited his passion for wrestling, Nic Nemeth revealed that he had more than a year left on his deal with the company. The 44-year-old noted how he was being booked very rarely during the last couple years of his stint with the company and that he wanted to spend whatever prime years he had left to prove that he could still go:

“WWE was so great. I had a year and a half on my contract still, and I said, ‘Please.’ I go, ‘I’m not doing anything here. I’m just hanging out and doing cold five-minute matches.’ I said, ‘I don’t know how much longer I’m a believable world champion for any other company. I might have five more years, I might have two, I might have ten, I don’t know.’

But I go ‘Sitting here collecting a paycheck and working for five minutes a week is not helping WWE, and it sure as hell is not helping me.’ So luckily, they gave me the chance to get out of there because I had some time left on my contract.”

• Nic Nemeth Reveals What He Doesn’t Want to see on John Cena WWE Retirement Tour

Nemeth said that he was still giving his full effort to whatever position WWE put him in. Now he is able to do a lot more of it as a center figure of TNA roster with a lot more opportunity to talk and then back his words up in the ring. The current TNA World Champion also claimed that he would have given up the title long ago if he felt he couldn’t back up what he was saying with his performance.

The former WWE star won the TNA title at Slammiversary in July and his reign stands at 154 days. Joe Hendry won a fatal four-way match at Final Resolution this month to become the #1 contender for Nemeth’s title.

TNA X-Division Champion Moose has addressed the fake news that’s been going around about the Anthem-owned company the last few days.

The return of Tessa Blanchard to the company has garnered mixed reaction from fans and there have been all kind of rumors about how it has affected morale behind the scenes. Adding to the negativity was the rumor about the officials retiring the coveted X-Division title at the most recent TV tapings.

The current champion addressed both of these topics in a new X post calling them fake news. He urged the fans to tune in to AXS TV to find out the future of the TNA belt:

• Moose Explains How His Wrestling Retirement Will Be Different

The X Division championship was originally introduced back in October 2002 as a secondary title for the company. With names such as AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Kurt Angle being on the list of former champions, the title holds a special place in the history of the wrestling industry.

Tessa Blanchard exited TNA back in 2020 under mysterious circumstances. The company had terminated her contract and stripped her of the Impact World Title, resulting in all kind of rumors about her departure.

The former champion returned to the company during the Final Resolution PPV last week. She made a surprise appearance, targeting former Knockouts champion Jordynne Grace during her match with Rosemary.

• Lance Storm Reveals Backstage Response To Tessa Blanchard’s TNA Return

At TNA Final Resolution, Tessa Blanchard made her much-anticipated return to the promotion, marking her first appearance for TNA in over four years. However, her comeback has sparked widespread criticism online, with many fans voicing disapproval over TNA’s decision to bring back the controversial former World Champion.

Wrestling Fans React to Tessa Blanchard’s Polarizing TNA Return

Lance Storm, who works as a producer for TNA Wrestling, was backstage during Final Resolution. Speaking to Figure Four Daily, Storm shared his observations on the backstage atmosphere.

“I only saw positive responses and interactions. Most people don’t want to make a scene, so if there were people who weren’t happy about it, they kept quiet.”

Blanchard’s previous departure from TNA (then known as Impact Wrestling) in 2020 followed accusations of bullying and the use of racist language. In 2023, she and La Rosa Negra—the wrestler who alleged Blanchard had directed a racial slur at her—were seen together smiling, suggesting the pair had reconciled.

Storm also shared his personal perspective on Blanchard’s return. He believes the second-generation wrestler deserves a second chance but feels her refusal to apologize for past allegations has only prolonged the controversy.

“People deserve second chances. I don’t know if mistakes—no matter how bad—should follow you for the rest of your life.”

Blanchard’s return to TNA began with a dramatic attack on Jordynne Grace, igniting a feud between the two. Reports suggest that Grace was initially reluctant to work with Blanchard. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest updates on Tessa Blanchard’s comeback and her evolving storyline in TNA Wrestling.

Magnum TA feels it’s been a long time coming for his stepdaughter, Tessa Blanchard to make her return to a premier American wrestling product like TNA.

Blanchard made an “impact” when she made a surprise attack on Jordynne Grace during their Final Resolution PPV last weekend. Reports initially came way of Fightful that Blanchard would be coming back and she did just that. After the match, she cut a promo, noting the major loss wrestling has had with her absence before pie-facing interviewer Gia Miller.

On the upcoming episode of “Straight Talk With The Boss: Magnum TA & Greg Gagne” I asked Magnum what he thinks of Tessa’s return to American wrestling, something she’s been unofficially blacklisted from following allegations made against her regarding an altercation between her and La Rosa Negra. Negra and her have long since mended fences and Magnum talks about that in addition to her return.

“To be on a program and have an impact when you get that chance is a very special thing for us in the wrestling industry and Tessa had an opportunity and I mean not only hit a home run, but She hit a grand slam. Perfect interview after, the whole deal, set the tone.

So many people have been running their mouths for so many years now and ignorance is a motivator for a lot people to say a lot of things when they don’t know the whole story.”

TA commented how Tessa trail-blazed the wrestling industry in TNA by becoming the first woman to ever win a men’s World Championship.

“She’s there to take no prisoners. It’s gonna be good.”

Magnum added that the ratings have been impressive for TNA and it should put NXT and AEW on notice. A great credit to that is the Knockouts division. Magnum noted how big of an influence Gail Kim, Tommy Dreamer and Anthem overall has been in making the product grow.

The new episode will drop at 6:05 PM ET on Four Horsemen Network and wherever you get your podcasts by searching “Four Horsemen Network” which includes new episodes of Arn Anderson.

Booker T believes Tessa Blanchard deserves a second chance.

The former Champion made her surprise return to the company at the Final Resolution event last week. The comeback sparked mixed reactions from fans and even people behind the scenes were said to be surprised by this move from the TNA top brass.

The WWE Hall of Famer gave his opinion on the matter during his Hall of Fame podcast. Booker T said that people should be able to move on:

“Man, the thing is, I’ve already seen criticisms of Tessa Blanchard being back and people still wanting to try to cancel her. Man, y’all get off of it. The thing is, if something was said, if an apology was made and fences were mended, we should be able to move on.”

• Booker T Backs Triple H’s Take on WWE Diversity: “It’s About Talent, Not Race”

Nobody Knows What’s Going On: Booker T

The wrestling veteran explained that everyone on social media thinks that they know what’s going on with talents but they really don’t. Booker T said that people should let Tessa resurrect her career:

“One thing about certain things, in the social media sphere, everybody know about it but don’t nobody really know what’s going on.

Everybody know about the story but don’t nobody know what’s going on. My thing is, guys, get off of all of this hate and let Tessa Blanchard hopefully try to resurrect her career and go out there and redo this thing all over again. Let’s just look at it as that, a redo.”

Blanchard attacked former Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace during her return. She has since claimed that she is not signed to a contract with the company and her current goal is to get a match with Grace.

• Booker T Criticizes Athena’s ‘Boxed In’ ROH Role, AEW Ratings Drop

Tessa Blanchard has claimed that she is not signed to a contract anywhere.

The former Impact World Champion made her surprise return to TNA during the 2024 Final Resolution event this past Friday. She attacked former Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace during her singles match against Rosemary.

While speaking to Contralona following her return to the company, Blanchard provided an update on her contract status. She claimed that she is not signed to a deal:

“I am not signed with anyone, including TNA and CMLL. My eyes are now in Jordynne Grace because her locker room in TNA previously had my name on it with a lot of stories I had there.”

• Wrestling Fans React to Tessa Blanchard’s Polarizing TNA Return

I’m The Best In The World: Tessa Blanchard

Tessa Blanchard said that she’s seen Grace’s career going up and up in the past year. She explained that the 3 times Knockouts Champion would not have had the same success had Blanchard stayed with the promotion. With her return, she wants to prove that the TNA locker room still belongs to her:

“Right now, my goal is to get a singles match with Grace to prove who is the best wrestler in the world.

I had a lot of matches against men, women and have always won multiple championships and tourneys so. I have a lot of confidence in my wrestling that I can say I am the best in the world.”

After a run with TNA Knockouts Championship, Tessa Blanchard defeated Sami Callihan at Hard to Kill in January, 2020 to win the Impact World Title. Due to dispute with the management however, her contract was terminated in June that year and Blanchard was stripped of the title.

• Jordynne Grace Blasts “Ignorant” Tessa Blanchard After Controversial TNA Return

Matt Hardy did not expect Kurt Angle to become the ultimate entertainer when the two first met.

The Broken One talked about the career of the Olympic Gold Medallist in detail during the latest episode of his podcast. He talked about things such as Angle’s WWE TV debut, his first world title win and more.

Before all this, however, Hardy discussed his first impression of the fellow wrestling veteran. He noted that Kurt Angle seemed to be a mix of a dry personality with killer instincts when the two first met:

“When I think about Kurt Angle initially. I remember hearing about him when he was signing with WWE. I remember meeting him and just how, it almost seemed like he had a very dry personality.

He was just like one of these straightforward, kick-ass athletes, who was just kind of quiet and just kind of did his thing but he was a killer whenever he would get you on the mat. That’s what it seemed out initially.”

• Matt Hardy On How The Death Of Eddie Guerrero Changed His Perspective

‘Does He Have A Larger Than Life Personality?’: Matt Hardy

Even when Matt Hardy got the chance to work out with Angle, he did not perceive the success Kurt would achieve with his character work. He did not see the WWE Hall of Famer becoming the ultimate entertainer that he ended up becoming:

“Even working out with him in the beginning, as he was kind of learning about pro wrestling and whatnot, it just seemed like ‘Ah, I don’t know. This guy. Does he have a larger-than-life personality? Is he really gonna excel?’ He’s gonna be great in the ring, because his mechanics are awesome. They’re just unbelievable. He’s so physically, athletically gifted, he would probably be great.

But just the thing I think about with Kurt Angle was like how I did not expect him to morph into this complete, entertaining character that was absolutely amazing, had a great comedic timing and great comedic humor. [He] could just entertain the shit out of everyone out there. He ended up being the ultimate entertainer, and like you said, one of the greatest packages ever in pro wrestling.”

You can check out the full episode of Matt Hardy’s podcast on Kurt Angle below:

An incident involving a fan and Eddie Edwards unfolded during a World Tag Team Championship match at this week’s TNA Final Resolution event. The match saw Edwards and Brian Myers challenge reigning champions The Hardys, who won the titles at Bound for Glory, kicking off the third title reign for the pair.

During the match, Edwards and the fan had a heated exchange that resulted in the fan slapping Edwards. While the slap seemed light, Eddie slapped the fan back and shoved them back to their seat before officials handled the situation. The fan was removed from the area of the crowd while Edwards stated into the camera “I’m still having fun.”

Following the incident, fans speculated as to whether this was a real off-the-cuff moment or if it was a planned part of the show. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select reports that the fan was “immediately escorted from the building and turned over to local police,” suggesting that what happened had not been planned.

This controversial incident was not the only situation at Final Resolution to raise eyebrows. The show also marked the TNA return or Tessa Blanchard, over four years after her controversial exit from the company. The first-ever female Impact World Champion attacked Jordynne Grace, kicking off a feud between the two that Grace has had reservations about.

Jordynne Grace Blasts “Ignorant” Tessa Blanchard After Controversial TNA Return

TNA Final Resolution 2024 will certainly be a show for fans to remember, though for more than the in-ring action. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on TNA and the fallout from Final Resolution.

Jordynne Grace is ready to show that the “ignorant” Tessa Blanchard has made a huge mistake by choosing to return to TNA. At Final Resolution, Blanchard returned to TNA after a four-year absence and made a statement by attacking The Juggernaut.

Wrestling Fans React to Tessa Blanchard’s Polarizing TNA Return

In a Digital Exclusive, Grace, who has reservations about working with Tessa. didn’t hold back when addressing Blanchard’s return. Grace, a three-time former Knockouts World Champion, said that Blanchard is ignorant and has made a mistake by returning.

“I’ve known for a while that Tessa was ignorant, but what I didn’t realize is that she’s actually a complete idiot. Coming back after all this time, after abandoning this company to try to make a statement and using me as an example. Tessa, a lot has changed since you’ve been gone. You’re going to realize very quickly that you made a huge f***ing mistake.”

Grace’s comment about Blanchard being ‘ignorant’ is seemingly a nod to Tessa’s controversial exit from TNA in 2020. On the eve of becoming the first female TNA World Champion, Blanchard faced allegations of bullying and using racial slurs. The company went ahead with Blanchard’s title victory, but she would leave the company shortly after. Last year, Blanchard shared a photo with La Rosa Negra, who accused Blanchard of using a racial slur against her, showing they had made amends.

Blanchard’s return has already drummed up a lot of talk among fans, with debate over whether bringing her back will be a boost for TNA or if it’ll only bring unnecessary drama. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Tessa Blanchard now that she is once again part of the TNA Knockouts division.

Joe Hendry has earned the right to face Nic Nemeth and potentially start 2025 with a World Title victory at tonight’s Final Resolution PPV.

The viral star took part in a fatal four-way #1 contenders match during Friday’s event, competing against Josh Alexander, Steve Maclin, and Mike Santana for a shot at the TNA World title.

The ending of the bout saw Alexander taking Santana out of the bout by zip-tying him to the barricade. He also low-blowed Maclin to stop him from winning. Hendry however, foiled the plans for the former TNA champion. He won the match after delivering a Standing Ovation Chokeslam to Alexander.

.@joehendry is the #1 Contender for the TNA World Championship!

Watch #TNAFinalResolution NOW on TNA+: https://t.co/2yJ0D55Gab pic.twitter.com/WL6WL7laaH

— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) December 14, 2024

• Joe Hendry and Big Boom A.J. Trade Praise as Wrestling’s Viral Stars of 2024

The win earns Joe Hendry a right to face Nic Nemeth for the TNA title at the 2025 Genesis event on January 19, 2025, from Garland, Texas.

Hendry previously challenged the former WWE star for the title at the Bound For Glory event in October this year. He lost the bout due to interference from WWE Hall of Famer John Layfield.

Nemeth also competed at tonight’s show, successfully defending his title against A.J. Francis in the main event. Francis and KC Navarro attacked the world champion after the bout until Joe Hendry made the save. The show ended with the two Genesis opponents arguing with each other.

Joe Hendry previously teased making his WWE main roster debut at the 2025 Royal Rumble. Though reports suggest that he is under a TNA contract till late 2025. So it’s possible that he’ll get a run with the TNA title before his deal comes to an end.

The sentiment surrounding Tessa Blanchard’s return to TNA Wrestling is mixed and polarized based on recent web information and posts on X.

Positive Sentiment

• Some believe that Blanchard deserves a second chance, emphasizing the idea of redemption and acknowledging her talent in the ring. There’s a sentiment that everyone makes mistakes and should be given opportunities to make amends and prove themselves.
• A few posts on X express optimism, suggesting that her return could be positive if she demonstrates good behavior and professionalism.

Negative Sentiment:

• Many are skeptical or outright opposed to her return due to past controversies involving allegations of bullying and racism. There’s significant concern about whether TNA Wrestling has adequately considered the potential backlash and the impact on the locker room environment.
• Some feel that TNA’s decision to bring her back reflects poorly on the company’s judgment and could damage its reputation further, especially given the history of her departure and the issues that followed.
• There’s also concern about the morale of the current roster, with reports indicating that some wrestlers were surprised or even opposed to her return.

Neutral or Mixed Sentiment:

• There’s an acknowledgment of the business aspect; TNA might be looking to capitalize on her notoriety and wrestling ability, regardless of past controversies.
• Discussions around her return often include a wait-and-see approach, where her actions post-return will determine the long-term sentiment. Some suggest that if she can maintain professionalism and avoid past mistakes, the negative sentiment might dissipate.

Overall, the sentiment is complex, with a significant portion of the wrestling community and fans expressing doubt or opposition, while others advocate for giving her a chance to redeem herself professionally. The situation is seen as a high-risk move by TNA, with outcomes that could go either way depending on how Blanchard conducts herself moving forward.

TNA Hall of Famer Rhino has announced that his 5-year run with the company will be coming to an end this week.

The wrestling veteran made the announcement on Facebook, revealing that his match with Ryan Nemeth during the December 14 Impact TV tapings from Atlanta, GA will be his last match for the promotion:

“Tomorrow is my last day with TNA Wrestling. I am wrestling Ryan Nemeth. It will most likely be the last time EVER I will wrestle in a TNA ring. If you can make it to Center Stage in Atlanta, come and be part of this 5-year chapter of my life and our journey. Thank you to all of the amazing wrestling fans for your support. I’m not done wrestling but TNA and I have parted ways. ?”

Rhino’s second run with TNA started with a surprise appearance at Slammiversary XVII in 2019, while he was still under WWE contract. He would go on to sign a contract with the company after getting his release from the Endeavor-owned promotion.

During his second run, the hardcore veteran has not won any singles titles in the company. Though he has held the tag titles multiple times, having reigns with Heath Slater and Joe Doering.

The former ECW star was inducted into the 2024 TNA Hall of Fame at Bound For Glory alongside TNA co-founder Bob Ryder in October this year.

• Tessa Blanchard Returns To TNA At Final Resolution

Tessa Blanchard made her highly anticipated return to TNA at Friday’s Final Resolution event, shocking fans by attacking Jordynne Grace. Following the attack, Blanchard declared, “Tessa Blanchard is back, and I’m taking what’s mine.”

During the pandemic, Blanchard held the Impact World Heavyweight Championship, becoming the first woman to win the prestigious title. However, her reign was marred by a falling out with the promotion, which led to her being stripped of the championship and departing from Impact Wrestling.

Blanchard’s return was kept tightly under wraps until this morning when the news broke. According to Fightful Select, the secrecy was intentional due to internal concerns over potential backlash. While some individuals within the company remain friends with Blanchard, others had warned against her return.

One source familiar with the situation expressed hope that the influx of new talent on the roster—who may not share previous grievances—will smooth over potential tensions. Another insider suggested that Blanchard understands the importance of this opportunity and will be on her “best behavior.”

Tessa Blanchard’s Past Controversy

Blanchard faced significant controversy in January 2020 when multiple colleagues accused her of bullying and racism. The incident began when Blanchard posted a tweet encouraging women to support each other, which prompted several female wrestlers to come forward with allegations.

Most notably, Allysin Kay accused Blanchard of spitting on a Black wrestler, La Rosa Negra, and calling her a racial slur during an event in Japan in 2017.

Other wrestlers, including Chelsea Green and Isla Dawn, also shared stories of Blanchard’s alleged bullying behavior.

Blanchard initially denied these accusations, but the controversy severely impacted her career, leading to her release from Impact Wrestling and difficulty finding work with major promotions.

While Blanchard and La Rosa Negra have since made amends, the incident continues to affect Blanchard’s standing in the wrestling industry, with some calling for her to take accountability and offer a sincere apology.

TNA Wrestling presents Final Resolution 2024 this Friday night, streaming live on TNA+. The event takes place from a sold-out Center Stage in Atlanta, GA and has a run time of approximately 3 hours.

The 13th Final Resolution features the company’s biggest stars in action, including TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth, Tag Team Champions Matt & Jeff Hardy, X-Division Champion Moose, Knockouts Champion Masha Slamovich and more.

Final Resolution 2024 Preview

TNA World Championship: Nic Nemeth (c) vs. AJ Francis

TNA Knockouts Championship: Masha Slamovich (c) vs. Tasha Steelz

TNA X-Division Championship: Moose (c) vs. KUSHIDA

TNA World Tag Team Championship Tables Match: The Hardys (Matt Hardy & Jeff Hardy) (c) vs. The System (Brian Myers & Eddie Edwards)

#1 Contender Match for TNA World Championship: Joe Hendry vs. Josh Alexander vs. Mike Santana vs. Steve Maclin

Additional Matches

• Jordynne Grace vs. Rosemary
• Ace Austin vs. Trent Seven
• Frankie Kazarian vs. Jonathan Gresham (Pre-show match)

How to Watch Final Resolution 2024

About TNA+: TNA+ is a premium subscription service from TNA Wrestling. A paid subscription ($9.99/month, $219.99/year) gives you access to all exclusive live specials, new live episodes of TNA Impact every week and more.

Final Resolution 2023 Results

Let’s look back at last year’s Final Resolution, which took place on December 9, 2023, at the Don Kolov Arena in Toronto, Canada.

Historical Significance: This event marked the final company special before it rebranded to TNA Wrestling in January 2024.

Pre-Show Matches:

• PCO defeated Jessie V
• Jack Price defeated Aiden Prince
• Frankie Kazarian defeated Sheldon Jean

Main Card:

• ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey) retained the Impact World Tag Team Championship by defeating Eddie Edwards & Brian Myers
• Jody Threat defeated Alisha Edwards
• Tommy Dreamer retained the Digital Media Championship by defeating Deaner
• Mike Bailey & Trent Seven defeated The Rascalz (Trey Miguel & Zachary Wentz)
• Jake Something defeated Jason Hotch
• Moose defeated Rhino in a Street Fight
• Trinity & Jordynne Grace defeated Deonna Purrazzo & Gisele Shaw
• Josh Alexander & Zack Sabre Jr. defeated Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) in the main event