TNA Closing In On New TV Deal, A&E and CW Rumored as Potential Homes

The ongoing WWE-TNA partnership may be generating mixed reactions from fans, but it could be paying off in a major way behind the scenes. According to a new report from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, TNA Wrestling may be closer than ever to locking down a new, more prominent weekly TV deal — with both A&E and The CW reportedly in the mix.

The rumored networks are notable for their existing ties to WWE. A&E currently airs multiple WWE-related shows, including the docuseries WWE LFG, and The CW is home to WWE NXT: Level Up. This has fueled speculation that WWE could be playing a direct role in helping TNA secure a higher-profile broadcast partner as part of their growing working relationship.

The report also notes that scheduling is still being discussed, with Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays all on the table. Wednesdays would be a competitive choice, placing TNA in the middle of the weekly wrestling war between AEW Dynamite and WWE programming. On the other hand, Thursday or Sunday nights could offer TNA a clearer path, avoiding direct head-to-head competition.

In fact, TNA IMPACT! could end up as a lead-in for WWE LFG on Sunday nights, which might help both brands benefit from shared viewership.

TNA President Carlos Silva added fuel to the fire during a recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, where he confirmed that negotiations for a new media deal have been ongoing since early 2025. Silva emphasized the importance of reaching a wider audience and revealed that talks had been “accelerating” over the past few months. He also hinted that by the end of the year, fans could see both IMPACT! and additional TNA programming move to a new network — possibly with live broadcasts replacing the current taped format.

If finalized, the deal would mark a major step forward for TNA, which has been looking to regain its foothold in the wrestling landscape. With WWE’s support and new champions from its own roster appearing on TNA programming, this potential media move could help turn the renewed partnership into a long-term win for both sides.

Stay with Wrestling News Blog for the latest updates as TNA’s media future comes into focus.