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  • Janice Carter’s Memo Denying TNA Being For Sale Leaks Online

    As reported last week, Panda Energy’s Chairman of the Board, Janice Carter (mother of TNA President Dixie Carter) issued a memo to TNA staff refuting reports that TNA is for sale. The memo has leaked online and can be viewed here:

    October 31, 2013

    Dear Staff,

    As we embark on our “Where Action Never Ends” 365 initiative, I wanted to take this time to thank you for your dedication and enthusiasm to your company’s renewed creative direction. I feel confident that, together, we are marching towards something great – a revolutionary way to experience professional wrestling.

    With this said, I am aware of the false rumors currently circulating that The Carter Family and Panda Energy is attempting to sell their ownership stakes in TNA Wrestling. An unfortunate aspect of this business is that there are wrestling “reporters” who consistently post “news stories” without proper facts. I want to assure you that these are just rumors and I am committed to TNA and its future.

    While I typically find that responding to such rumors is a waste of time, I wanted to use this as a moment to express my support and delight for the creative direction we are moving in. Our work has just begun and I look forward to a long and rewarding future with you and TNA.

    Warm Regards,

    Janice Carter
    Chairman of the Board

  • Former TNA World Title Holder Returning To Impact

    A former TNA World Heavyweight Champion is scheduled for this Thursday’s episode of Impact Wrestling. TNA Wrestling President Dixie Carter revealed in this “#IMPACT365” video that she received a phone call from a former World Title holder this morning, and that individual will be on hand for Thursday’s show in Cincinnati, Ohio.

    “He is one of the greatest of all time,” said Carter. “I can not wait to welcome him home. Stay tuned.”

    Comment Below and tell us who you think TNA’s latest “mystery man” is.

  • Billy Corgan Spokesperson Responds To Rumors Of His Purchase Of TNA

    Josh Stewart of the official Newsday website sent along a link to an article with a response from the Billy Corgan camp regarding the rumors that the Smashing Pumpkins frontman was attempting to buy an ownership stake in TNA Wrestling.

    A spokesperson for the rock-and-roll star told the Newsday website the following:

    There is no reason to comment on rumors. Billy is completely focused on Resistance Pro’s upcoming 2nd anniversary [show on Nov. 23].”

    The Newsday article also quoted Panda Energy executive Janice Carter, who is the mother of current TNA president Dixie Carter, from the memo she sent out to TNA employees. Carter wrote the following in the memo:

    “An unfortunate aspect of this business is that there are wrestling ‘reporters’ who consistently post ‘news stories’ without proper facts. I want to assure you these are just rumors and that I am committed to TNA and its future.”

  • Rock Star Interested In Buying TNA?, Dixie Carter Talks Angle’s Injury & EC3

    -According to a new WrestleZone.com report, Smashing Pumpkins front-man Billy Corgan is rumored to be interested in buying a stake in TNA.

    -TNA has added a new “#IMPACT365” video to their official YouTube channel. The new video features TNA president Dixie Carter discussing Kurt Angle’s injury. You can watch the new video below:

    http://youtu.be/0eyxYlXBOj8

    -Another TNA “#IMPACT365” video is also online, which features Dixie Carter talking about Ethan Carter III’s progress and recent opponents. You can watch that below:

    http://youtu.be/aLG9rsDUBZU

    DIRECT LINK TO ARTICLE: Huge Backstage Update On The Potential Sale Of TNA

  • Dixie Carter’s Mom, Janice Carter, Denies Rumors Of A TNA Sale

    Janice Carter, an executive at Panda Energy, the parent company of TNA, and the mother of TNA president Dixie Carter, recently issued a memo to TNA contracted talent and employees informing them that the rumors of Panda Energy attempting to sell their ownership stake in TNA are false.

    Despite the memo, we can confirm that at least one group, led by a notable name, has shown a desire in purchasing a majority interest in the company, and that there have been discussions between both sides about the possibility of a sale.

    DIRECT LINK TO ARTICLE: Huge Backstage Update On The Possible Sale Of TNA

    [Credit: ProWrestling.net]

  • TNA Announces Next PPV-Edition Of Impact Wrestling, TNA World Title Tournament

    -TNA announced that there next pay-per-view themed edition of Impact Wrestling on Spike TV will be on November 21st. TNA will present a “Turning Point” themed edition of their weekly television show, which will emanate from the Impact Zone in Orlando, Florida.

    -TNA announced the following brackets for their eight-man tournament to determine the new TNA World Heavyweight Champion:

    –Jeff Hardy vs. Chris Sabin

    –Bobby Roode vs. James Storm (winner faces the winner of Hardy vs. Sabin)

    –Magnus vs. Samoa Joe

    –Kurt Angle vs. Austin Aries (winner faces the winner of Magnus vs. Joe)

    The matches will carry stipulations which will be determined by the “Wheel of Dixie.” The Hardy vs. Sabin match will be a Full Metal Mayhem match. While Styles is still technically the owner of the TNA title, the tournament will decide the new TNA World Heavyweight Champion. Basically, it looks as if TNA is setting up a future “Champion vs. Champion” match between Styles and the winner of the tournament.

    Update On The Sale Of TNA, Hulk Hogan’s Future In The Company + Sting Leaving ..

  • TNA Cancels Another TV Taping, Hogan/Styles Removed From TNA Website, Dixie

    -The TNA Impact Wrestling television taping on December 26th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been changed to a non-televised live event that will now take place on December 27th.

    -TNA has removed both Hulk Hogan and AJ Styles from their official online roster page. Meanwhile, Mr. Anderson has been re-added to the page.

    -The following is a new 24/7 video of Dixie Carter and John Gaburick discuss the AJ Styles at TNA World Heavyweight Champion situation. Check it out below:

    http://youtu.be/MMNEKLSEWwA

    HUGE Update On The Sale Of TNA — CLICK HERE!

  • Update On The Carter Family Looking To Sell TNA

    Brian Elliot, editor of the Fighting Spirit Magazine in the United Kingdom, recently spoke to the WrestlingNewsSource.com website about the Carter family looking to sell TNA.

    Here is an excerpt of what Elliot had to say:

    “The Carter family has been open to receiving offers for TNA for several months. There are a select number of business people on the inside to whom this has been made clear. You have to understand that it’s not like the company is going to be listed on eBay; keeping the fact that they are open to selling TNA to a small number of potentially interested parties keeps the price that the Carters can get for it at a much higher level than if they went public that the company was for sale.

    If someone does make a bid, that information will then be leaked in certain quarters, in the hope of starting a bidding war that would raise the price further. Like with Fusient Media’s attempted purchase of WCW, if someone comes in with a bid, we’ll soon know about it.”

    DIRECT LINK TO ARTICLE: WWE Interested In Buying TNA [FULL STORY >>]

  • TNA For Sale – Is WWE Interested In Buying?

    According to a new report by Dave Meltzer and F4WOnline.com, The Carter Family is looking to sell TNA Impact Wrestling.

    Meltzer noted on his “Wrestling Observer Radio Show” on Saturday that The Carter’s are looking to sell the company, and have been “for a while now.” Meltzer also noted that there is a lot of “big things” going on behind-the-scenes right now as far as the future ownership of the company, but the bottom line is, they are basically looking to sell it to the highest bidder.

    One report claims that some of the people interested in buying TNA from the Carter’s include Eric Bischoff, Jeff Jarrett, Viacom and possibly even World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

    We should have more details on this breaking story on Monday morning.

    UPDATE: WWE Likely To Buy TNA From The Carter Family?

  • AJ Styles Comments On Defending The TNA World Title Outside Of The Company

    As we previously reported, there are rumors that the new TNA World Heavyweight Champion, AJ Styles, will be defending the TNA belt outside of the organization to bring credibility to the current storyline that he has left the company. Specifically, Styles is rumored to defend the title on shows for the AAA promotion in Mexico, as well as the new Wrestle-1 promotion led by wrestling legend Keiji Mutoh (The Great Muta) in Japan.

    The early stages of the angle began on Thursday’s live edition of Impact Wrestling, as Styles turned down a new contract offer from TNA president Dixie Carter, and spoke about how he was going to “bring the belt” to the people.

    Styles posted his first tweet since “leaving TNA” on Impact Wrestling on Thursday. You can read the new tweet below:

    Did Gail Kim Get A Nose Job Recently? Before & After PHOTOS Tell The Story >>

  • Eric Bischoff Working From Home, Backstage News From Recent TNA Meeting

    As previously reported, TNA executive producer Eric Bischoff was not at the company’s Bound For Glory pay-per-view last Sunday night, nor was he at the Impact Wrestling television taping on Thursday.

    Jason Hervey, the partner of Bischoff’s production company, was at both Bound For Glory and Impact Wrestling performing his usual duties. Additionally, Garett Bischoff was at both events.

    During the recent TNA talent meeting, Dixie Carter and executive John Gaburick informed the staff that Bischoff will be working from home.

    At the same meeting, Jeremy Borash spoke and offered a demonstration on how to film on camera phones for the company’s upcoming 24/7 project.

    Did Gail Kim Get A Nose Job?! — Before And After Pics Tell The Story >>

    [Credit: ProWrestling.net]

  • Major Chagnes To TNA: Impact Returning To Orlando, Creative Changes & More

    TNA issued the following press release on Thursday, announcing several major changes to how the company operates. To summarize:

    • TNA’s weekly Impact Wrestling will be returning to Universal Studios Orlando, Florida. However, they won’t be taping in the former Impact Zone. Impact will take place from a different sound stage that is smaller in length but wider on the inside. The first set of Impact tapings from Universal Studios will take place on November 21st. Impact will also occasionally take place on the road.
    • TNA has launched a new “24/7” cross-platform initiative, where “cameras everywhere” programming will be incorporated into the Impact Wrestling show.
    • TNA will be undergoing a “refreshed creative approach.”
    • Several new characters will be coming to TNA soon.
    • TNA’s developmental system will be moving to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, which appears to be the end of their working relationship with Ohio Valley Wrestling.

    UPDATE: TNA Holds Talent Meeting Backstage At The Site Of Tonight’s Impact Tapings

    Hit up Page 2 for the full press release – we’ve added bolded-emphasis to several key parts of the announcement:

  • Dixie Carter Orders TNA World Title Match For Impact, Gail Kim Responds To Brooke’s “Ghetto Language”

    – In a re-match from Bound For Glory, AJ Styles will defend the TNA World Heavyweight Championship against Bully Ray this Thursday on Impact Wrestling.

    Infuriated, TNA Wrestling President Dixie Carter ordered the match in response to Styles capturing the strap at Sunday’s pay-per-view event.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tvx7-rkTqSw

    – Sunday at Bound For Glory, Gail Kim captured the TNA Women’s Knockout Championship for a third time by defeating ODB and Brooke, with assistance from Lei’D Tapa. Upset, Brooke remarked following the match on Twitter: “I dragged each of you @TheODBBAM @gailkimITSME! I was completely robbed by @LeiD_Tapa!! This isn’t over, it’s just began! #FirstLady.”

    Kim responded to Brooke on Monday, stating, “I don’t understand your ghetto language. I’m classy and intelligent and so is @LeiD_Tapa. She knew what team to be on #teamgail.”

    – Hernandez is scheduled to appear at the Alamo City Comic Con at the Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center 200 E. Market St. San Antonio, Texas, this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Former TNA Wrestling talent Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Scott Steiner, Sean Waltman, Scott Hall, Buff Bagwell, as well as WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart and Virgil are also advertised to appear at the event.

  • Opening Match For Tonight’s TNA Bound For Glory PPV Revealed

    TNA president Dixie Carter posted a new tweet on her official Twitter account on Sunday afternoon to reveal the opening match for tonight’s “Bound For Glory” pay-per-view event. Dixie wrote:

    TNA BOUND FOR GLORY RESULTS

  • More TNA HOF Notes: Dixie Carter Wasn’t There, Jarrett/Angle, Attendance

    -The decision was made for TNA president Dixie Carter not to attend Saturday’s Hall Of Fame induction of Kurt Angle. Apparently TNA felt it would be wise to keep Dixie away from the ceremony, considering her new on-air heel persona.

    -Approximately 250 fans attended the Hall Of Fame induction of Kurt Angle on Saturday night, along with TNA wrestlers and other TNA staff in attendance.

    -Jeff Jarrett and Karen Jarrett were in attendance at the Hall Of Fame, and even sat at the same table with Kurt Angle’s wife and family.

    LIVE TNA Bound For Glory PPV Results Coverage TONIGHT At THIS LINK!

    [Credit: PWInsider.com]

  • Brutal Feedback To Dixie Carter T-Shirt On ShopTNA Website, TNA Stars Headed To Japan

    -The Great Muta’s (Keiji Mutoh) Wrestle-1 promotion in Japan will feature two wrestlers currently under contract to TNA Impact Wrestling on their new event in Tokyo on November 16th, according to a recent announcement. Muta presented a roster for the show at a recent press conference in Japan which included slots for two “recommended” TNA Impact Wrestling wrestlers.

    -The new Dixie Carter t-shirt, which we previously reported about here on the website, has created quite the negative buzz on the TNAShop.com website. The comments section featured below the shirt on the merchandise website features several vicious comments from fans. Here are some of the top featured comments:

    dixie-shirt

    Related News: Details On The Future Of The Dixie Carter Heel Character

  • TNA’s First Ever Dixie Carter T-Shirt (Photo), Austin Aries Talks Bound For Glory

    -For those interested, there is yet another new interview with TNA Impact Wrestling star Austin Aries promoting Sunday’s “Bound For Glory” pay-per-view online at Xfinity.Comcast.net.

    -TNA has released their first ever official t-shirt for company owner and new on-air heel authority figure, Dixie Carter, on their ShopTNA.com website. For those curious, you can check out a photo of the new t-shirt below:

    Huge News On TNA’s Future — And It’s NOT Good — CLICK HERE!

  • Kurt Angle Speaks On Rehab, Hogan/Dixie Storyline, WWE HOF Induction

    The following are highlights of a recent radio interview with TNA Impact Wrestling star Kurt Angle:

    On the Hulk Hogan and Dixie Carter storyline: “I love the heel turn Dixie has made, it has helped a lot. Obviously we have had a few bumps in the road the last few months. We’ve been able to iron it out. Hogan is not under contract right now, but I have a feeling he will be back. I don’t know when. He’s an icon, he’s a guy that has done so much for wrestling you always want him under contract, even if he can’t wrestle anymore.”

    On a possible WWE Hall Of Fame induction: “I am very honored to be in the TNA Wrestling Hall of Fame, but any hall of fame that’s out there especially the WWE Hall Of Fame you wanna be a part of it. That’s where I started. I have to give them credit on my character development and for teaching me my skills. You always want to be a part of their Hall of Fame. It’s legendary.”

    On his recent rehab: “They have been awesome. I had to take some time out and clear my head and physically get better. TNA has been awesome. They have been 100 percent supportive. Dixie Carter has been amazing. The WWE Rehabilitation program has been awesome for me. My road to recovery is great. I’m really happy to be where I am right now.”

    Huge Update On Kurt Angle’s TNA Return + Bound For Glory PPV Spoilers

  • Hulk Hogan Does Promotional Interview For This Week’s Impact Wrestling Taping

    Pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, who “quit” TNA on last week’s taped edition of Impact Wrestling on Spike TV, recently did a promotional interview for this week’s TNA television taping in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

    While Hogan mentioned that he may not be at the taping this week, it is a bit curious when stepping outside of the storylines and analyzing the real-life contract situation with Hogan and TNA, considering the fact that Hogan’s contract reportedly expired on October 1st, and he is still promoting future TNA events.

    Hogan, who played up his television feud with company president Dixie Carter, told the Tulsa World recently, “I think Dixie has flipped the switch or something, she’s off on a tangent here.”

    Additionally, Hogan spoke as if he is still part of the behind-the-scenes effort to build the current TNA television product by saying, “It’s an artform and a lot of the artform has been lost because the TV demands that things happen fast and get out of the ring. So we’re trying to make wrestling how it should be.”

    Check out the complete Hulk Hogan interview online at TulsaWorld.com.

    HUGE Update On Hulk Hogan’s Future With TNA — CLICK HERE For Details!

  • Dixie Carter Responds To Fan Calling Her Stupid, TNA Star Turns 40-Years-Old

    – As seen Thursday night on Impact Wrestling Dixie Carter wanted Hulk Hogan to join “Team Dixie,” but the former Impact General Manager told her, “I Quit,” and walked out. Following the show, Carter wrote on Twitter, “You are so fired @HulkHogan!!!”

    The TNA Wrestling President continued to push her villainous side, as she corrected the grammar of a fan calling her “stupid.”

    – Abyss, who also portrays Joseph Park, turns 40-years-old today.

  • Preview For Next Week’s Live Impact Wrestling; Dixie Carter “Fires” Hulk Hogan?

    The following is the official preview for next week’s live edition of TNA Impact Wrestling on Spike TV:

    Preview next Thursday’s IMPACT WRESTLING on SpikeTV 9/8c – LIVE from Tulsa, Oklahoma

    – LIVE from Tulsa, Oklahoma! If you can’t watch the action on Thursday, make sure to set your DVR!

    Thursday’s IMPACT takes place from Tulsa at the Cox Business Center Arena – tickets are on sale at www.coxcentertulsa.com or by phone at 877.885.7222

    – What will the the fallout from “The Immortal” Hulk Hogan telling TNA President Dixie Carter to take his job and shove it? Carter wanted Hogan on #TeamDixie, but in a major shocker, the former IMPACT General Manager told her “I QUIT” and walked out! How will Carter react to what Hogan did? Is it really the end of Hulkamania in TNA?

    – The countdown continues to TNA’s biggest event of the year – “Bound For Glory” on October 20! How will Magnus prepare for his BFG bout against “The Icon” Sting? Plus – X Division Champion Manik, Austin Aries, Jeff Hardy and Chris Sabin get ready for the Ultimate X Match! MORE matches will be announced on Thursday’s broadcast!

    – Lei’D Tapa has arrived to the ranks of the Knockouts! The dominant TNA newcomer made an instant impact by attacking Velvet Sky this past week! What’s next for the imposing Knockout as she plans to unleash a path of destruction? Who is next on her list? Tune in and find out!

    – Plus, WHO is ETHAN and when will he arrive in IMPACT WRESTLING? We got a sneak peek this past week – more to come on Thursday night!

    All this and much more on Thursday’s LIVE IMPACT broadcast at 9/8c on SpikeTV from Tulsa, Oklahoma!

    -Speaking of the Hulk Hogan situation in TNA, as seen on this week’s taped edition of Impact Wrestling, Hogan “quit” the company. TNA president Dixie Carter posted a tweet after the show, which the company is advertising all over their website, where he claims to have “fired” Hogan. Dixie’s tweet simply read:

    HUGE TNA Bound For Glory *SPOILERS* + The REAL Story On Hulk Hogan & TNA [>>]

  • History Of Hogan & Dixie’s Rocky Relationship, TNA “Ethan” Promo Video, Brooke

    – Thursday’s taped episode of Impact Wrestling will feature another face-to-face confrontation between Hulk Hogan and Dixie Carter in what could be Hogan’s final appearance for the promotion. To hype the angle, the official TNA website has published a “video history” of Hulk & Dixie’s rocky on-air relationship. [View Here]

    Since this week’s Impact Wrestling episode is all about Hulk Hogan and Dixie Carter facing off in the ring, TNA’s website has been pushing a lot of videos about their past together to build to the angle, which may end up being Hogan’s final appearance for the company.

    – Former TNA performer Brooke Hogan was recently interviewed by Athens Online and said she’s been in Athens, GA to film a” paranormal reality series” called, Weird America.

    “I’m actually personally interested in this show because I have a little bit of history with a psychic background, kind of a sixth sense-type thing,” Hogan said. “I’ve had a few different experiences in my life that have made me a little bit more curious, and I want to find out more about it.”

    She also mentioned that she’s been in Nashville, Tennessee recording new music.

    – TNA has published the following video hyping that “Ethan” is coming to Impact Wrestling:

    There is some speculation that the Ethan that’s coming to TNA is independent wrestler Ethan HD, who wrestles for Championship Wrestling From Hollywood. While we can’t confirm that Ethan HD is headed to TNA, he’s certainly playing into the rumors. Last Thursday, the night the first “Ethan Is Coming” video aired on TNA Impact Wrestling, Ethan HD tweeted:

    “…and I’m just sittin’ here whistlin’ Dixie.”

     

  • Update On Hogan/TNA Situation, Video Of This Week’s Hogan/Dixie Carter Segment

    For those asking why the main event segment on next week’s edition of TNA Impact Wrestling goes down the way it does with Hulk Hogan and Dixie Carter, one source simply said, “creative control.”

    Anyone who wants to know what that means, check out the full Impact Wrestling spoiler report, which is available right now on the newsboard.

    Speaking of Hogan and Dixie, for those who missed it, here is the final segment from this week’s live edition of Impact Wrestling on Spike TV:

    MAJOR Update On The Future Of Hulk Hogan (MUST READ) — CLICK HERE!

    [Partial Credit: PWInsider.com]

  • Spoiler: More Details On Major TNA Name Possibly Leaving The Company

    As previously reported, Hulk Hogan may have been written off of TNA television during the tapings for next week’s edition of Impact Wrestling, which were filmed on Thursday night in Little Rock, Arkansas.

    For those who missed it, the main event angle for next week’s show will see Hulk Hogan respond to the ultimatum given to him by Dixie Carter on this week’s live Impact Wrestling broadcast. Hogan ultimately “quits the company,” with Dixie on her knees begging him to stay as the show goes off the air.

    According to one source, this could be an attempt by TNA to simply swerve the audience, as Hogan, whose contract is up next Tuesday, may have already signed a new deal with the company. This could be TNA’s way of milking the real-life drama going on right now in the company, with so many contracts expiring and name-talent parting ways with the promotion.

    If Hogan has re-signed, the feeling is that running this angle would seem very real, due to the aforementioned situation with so many high-profile talents leaving due to the inability to come to terms with the company on new agreements.

    If a new deal between Hogan and TNA has not been reached, then the angle shot on Thursday’s television tapings will in fact be Hogan’s swansong.

    HUGE Update With MORE Details On The TNA/Hulk Hogan Situation — CLICK HERE!

    [Credit: F4WOnline.com]

  • Backstage Update On AJ Styles’ Future, WWE Has Little Interest In Him

    As we have reported in the past, AJ Styles’ current, short-term deal with TNA is set to expire in December. According to the latest reports, it appears highly unlikely that “The Phenomenal One” will end up in WWE after his short-term TNA deal expires. According to one source, there appears to be very little interest from the WWE side in signing the 36-year-old former TNA World Champion.

    One person in-the-know in WWE went as far as saying there is “far less interest in AJ from the WWE side than a normal, rational person would think.”

    As many saw on last week’s Impact Wrestling, Styles has entered into a new storyline with the now storyline heel president of TNA, Dixie Carter, where he claims to be currently working without a contract. As noted, that is untrue, as Styles re-signed the aforementioned short-term deal with TNA which gets them through December. Where Styles will end up by the time that deal expires remains to be seen.

    HUGE Update On The Future Of TNA — NOT Looking Good! [DETAILS HERE >>]

    [Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter]