Category: TNA

TNA Announces 4 of Their Stars Will Compete at AAA Triplemania Regia

TNA Wrestling has announced TNA World Champion Joe Hendry, TNA World Tag Team Champions Nic and Ryan Nemeth and X-Division Champion Moose will all complete at Triplemania Regia on June 15 in Monterrey, Mexico.

You can read the official announcement below:

TNA Wrestling & Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide Announce TNA Stars Who Will Compete At Triplemanía Regia on June 15 in Monterrey, Mexico 

Press Release / May 13, 2025 / by TNA Wrestling Staff

  • Four TNA Wrestling champions are confirmed for matches at Triplemanía Regia, the major pro wrestling spectacular from Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide when, for the first time ever, wrestlers from TNA, AAA and WWE battle for bragging rights, as first reported by Sports Illustrated. 
  • Triplemanía Regia is Sunday, June 15, starting at 6 p.m. at Arena Monterrey in Mexico. 
  • TNA Wrestling World Champion Joe Hendry, a worldwide viral sensation over the past year, returns to Mexico for the showcase June event, along with reigning TNA X Division Champion Moose and the current TNA World Tag Team Champions, brothers Nic and Ryan Nemeth. 
  • “We’re thrilled to welcome these four incredible TNA stars to AAA,” said Dorian Joaquín Roldán Peña, CEO of Mexico City-based AAA. “This collaboration represents the best of both worlds – the passion and tradition of Lucha Libre, and the global momentum of TNA. Our fans are in for something truly special.” 
  • TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva said Triplemanía Regia is a “milestone moment” in pro wrestling history as Triplemanía Regia will features iconic wrestlers from AAA, WWE and TNA. 
  • For tickets to Triplemanía Regia, go to: https://lucha-libreaaa.myshopify.com/. 
  • Hendry last wrestled on Mexican soil in 2023 in the Lucha Libre World Cup at Estadio de Béisbol Charros de Jalisco in Zapopan, near Guadalajara, Mexico. He was part of the three-person Team Europe squad as the 2023 tournament featured trios from around the world. The 2023 men’s tournament was won by Team Mexico (Taurus, Pentagón Jr., and Laredo Kid). 
  • Moose wrestled for AAA in Tijuana. 
  • Nic Nemeth had quite a memorable night for AAA in April 2024 in Monterrey: At Triplemanía XXXII, he defeated Alberto El Patrón by pinfall for the vacant AAA Mega Championship. Nemeth’s title reign lasted 112 days. 
  • JOE HENDRY 
  • Joe Hendry was a worldwide viral sensation in 2024 with his theme song, “I Believe In Joe Hendry,” being released as a single. It peaked at No. 4 on the UK Singles Downloads Chart and No. 6 on the UK Singles Sales Charts. The song peaked at No. 4 on the Official Big Top 40 Charts. Hendry’s worldwide fame has spanned from random mentions on TV news broadcasts to part of a Savannah Bananas baseball game, and everything in between. Joe defeated Nic Nemeth in January to win the TNA World Championship and, days later, was a surprise entrant in the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble. He was the surprise opponent for Randy Orton at WrestleMania 41 in April. 
  • NIC NEMETH 
  • Formerly known as Dolph Ziggler in WWE, Nic Nemeth made his TNA debut in January 2024 and won the TNA World Championship in July 2024. A Cleveland native who graduated from Kent State University after setting several school records as a wrestler, Nemeth made his pro wrestling debut in 2004. He was a champion in singles and tag team action during his near-20-year career in WWE, including a 2-time World Heavyweight Champion and 6-time Intercontinental Champion. Nemeth is a diehard fan of his hometown Cleveland Browns. Nic & Ryan won the TNA World Tam Team Championship in April 2025. 
  • RYAN NEMETH 
  • Ryan Nemeth is the younger brother of Nic Nemeth, and proud to let everyone know. Ryan has been wrestling professionally since 2010 and, on April 27, 2025, became half of the TNA World Tag Team Champions (with his brother Nic) when they defeated The Hardys (Jeff & Matt Hardy). Ryan also is an accomplished writer, actor and comedian. 
  • MOOSE 
  • Moose is the reigning and defending TNA X Division Champion, in his first-ever title reign with the prestigious TNA championship. His current run has already surpassed 200-days. Moose also is a former two-time TNA World Champion – and his combined 371-days as that titleholder is fourth-most in TNA history.  
  • Quinn Ojinnaka, the real-life Moose, played for four teams over seven seasons in the National Football League (NFL), including the New England Patriots, before transitioning to pro wrestling. He made his wrestling debut in 2012. His NFL career included time as teammates with legendary quarterback Tom Brady while playing for one of the best NFL head coaches in history, Bill Belichick.  
  • An offensive lineman, Ojinnaka played 62 NFL games after playing at Syracuse University and was selected in the fifth-round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. Moose and Bill Goldberg are the only former NFL players from the modern era to have gone from the NFL to become the World Champion of a pro wrestling company. In fact, there are only four others in addition to Moose & Goldberg to have ever gone from the NFL to World Championship glory in pro wrestling, including Bronko Nagurski, who is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The others are Ernie Ladd, Dick the Bruiser and Gus Sonnenberg. 
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  • About TNA Wrestling: 
  • A subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. and a division of Anthem Sports Group, Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling® is one of the world’s top wrestling brands, producing over 200 hours of original content annually and televised in 200 countries including AXS TV in the United States. Founded in 2002, TNA Wrestling’s deep library of premium content is streamed across the world on key OTT platforms including Pluto TV, Roku SamsungTV Plus and its own on-demand subscription service TNA+©. TNA Wrestling has a powerful social media presence with over 10 million engaged followers across all major services. Ancillary businesses include live events, merchandise, licensing, and sponsorship. 

Joe Hendry Confirms TNA Contract Set to Expire in Late 2025: “I’m in My Contract Year Right Now”

TNA Wrestling standout Joe Hendry has shed some light on his contract status—and it turns out he may be hitting the open market sooner than previously thought.

While earlier reports suggested Hendry was locked into a deal with TNA through late 2025, the Scottish star has now clarified that his current contract is actually set to expire this year. Hendry made the revelation during a recent appearance on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, where he discussed his current mindset heading into what he calls his “contract year.”

“Who knows what’s going to happen next?” Hendry said. “I’m in my contract year right now — it’s a very exciting time. I’m doing my best to deliver strong performances, give everything I can to the audience, and enjoy the ride.”

This development adds an intriguing wrinkle to Hendry’s future. Known for his unique blend of charisma, musical flair, and in-ring skill, Hendry has become a fan favorite in TNA. With his deal now confirmed to be expiring in 2024, speculation is sure to ramp up about whether he’ll re-sign with the promotion or explore opportunities elsewhere—including a possible jump to WWE or AEW. I would say it’s most likely he will sign with WWE, who is real high on him.

For now, Hendry seems focused on the present, continuing to connect with fans and build momentum during what could be a career-defining stretch. Wherever he ends up next, it’s clear that Joe Hendry plans to make the most of every moment.

Stay tuned to WrestlingNewsBlog.com for updates on Hendry’s contract status and all the latest in the world of TNA.

TNA Impact Preview 5/8/2025

TNA Impact tonight on AXS TV, the build continues for Under Siege.

  • Dog Collar Match for TNA International Championship: Steve Maclin (c) vs. Eric Young
  • Mustafa Ali vs. Trey Miguel
  • Rosemary vs. Lei Ying Lee
  • Aztec Warriors vs. The Good Hands
  • Victoria Crawford vs. TBD
  • Trick Williams to open the show

AAA Announces TripleMania Regia, Featuring JBL, WWE and TNA Talent — Just Days Before AEW’s Mexico Debut

Mexican promotion AAA is ramping up its presence on the wrestling calendar in a major way. During a press conference this week, the legendary Mexican promotion announced TripleMania Regia, set for June 15, 2025, at Arena Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico. The event is shaping up to be a massive showcase — not just for AAA’s homegrown talent, but also for stars from TNA Wrestling and WWE.

This will mark the first major event held under AAA’s new ownership umbrella, as WWE continues to finalize its acquisition of the lucha libre promotion. Thanks to that developing relationship, several WWE names are already confirmed for the card. Tag team duo Humberto Carrillo and Angel Garza — both of whom have history in AAA — are officially set to appear, alongside AAA stalwarts like Alberto El Patrón, Psycho Clown, and Hijo del Vikingo. WWE Hall of Famer JBL is also advertised to appear, having made prior guest appearances with the promotion.

Though no matches have been announced yet, the inclusion of talent from TNA (via their ongoing partnership with WWE) adds another layer of intrigue to the event. With the newly revived Worlds Collide set to take place just one week earlier on June 7 at the Kia Forum in California, TripleMania Regia could serve as a follow-up celebration of cross-promotional wrestling with deep international flavor.

But not everyone is thrilled with the timing.

The June 15 date has stirred controversy, as it lands just three days before AEW is scheduled to host its first-ever television event in Mexico, AEW Grand Slam Mexico, on June 18 at Arena Mexico. The overlap hasn’t gone unnoticed, with AEW’s Tony Schiavone taking a jab at the timing, implying AAA and WWE’s announcement may have been a strategic counter.

Meanwhile, WWE is leaning into lucha tradition as it looks to bolster its foothold in the Latin American market. Rey Mysterio — a WWE Hall of Famer and a longtime fixture in AAA — recently appeared in promotional material for Worlds Collide, highlighting lucha libre’s cultural legacy and its influence on global wrestling.

With TripleMania Regia now positioned as a tentpole event for both AAA and WWE’s partnership, all eyes will be on how the card shapes up — and how AEW responds in its bid to gain traction in Mexico.

TNA Wrestling Appoints Two New Vice Presidents Amid Major Executive Shake-Up

TNA Wrestling continues to reshape its corporate structure, with the latest move seeing two longtime employees elevated to vice presidential roles. According to PWInsider, Eric Tompkins and Ross Forman have officially been named Vice Presidents, with the news reportedly shared with talent during a recent locker room meeting.

Tompkins, who has served as TNA’s Director of TV Production, and Forman, the company’s longtime Head of Media Relations, both bring decades of experience to their new positions. Forman in particular has been with TNA for over 20 years, making him one of the most tenured members of the promotion’s inner circle.

Their promotions come amid a larger executive overhaul that’s been underway for more than a year. Just this February, Carlos Silva was named TNA President following his previous appointment as President of Anthem Sports, TNA’s parent company, late last year. Silva replaced Anthony Cicione, who was among a group of high-level departures in recent months.

Other notable exits include Ariel Shnerer, Karen Clevett, Sebastian Dastrani, and Chief Revenue Officer Rob Klingman, all of whom left the company as part of what has been described as an ongoing restructuring effort. On the wrestling side, former in-ring talent turned producers and backstage figures—Gail Kim, Christy Hemme, and Josh Matthews—were also let go as part of this corporate realignment.

Despite the behind-the-scenes turnover, TNA appears to be gaining momentum. The promotion recently secured a television deal in Latin America, a move that reflects growing international ambitions under the new leadership regime.

With Tompkins and Forman now stepping into more prominent roles, it’s clear TNA is leaning on experienced insiders to help steer the company through its latest evolution. How their leadership shapes TNA’s creative and media strategies moving forward will be worth watching closely.

Harley Hudson Officially Signs with TNA Wrestling, Makes Long-Awaited Debut

After nearly two years of anticipation, British standout Harley Hudson has officially arrived in TNA Wrestling.

The 2023 Gut Check winner finally made her in-ring debut during the May 1–2 TV tapings in Irvine, California, following a long visa delay that kept her from stepping into a TNA ring. Hudson wrestled twice over the two-night stretch—first in singles action against Myla Grace, then teaming with Grace in tag competition—marking her long-awaited introduction to TNA fans.

Despite winning the developmental tryout competition back in 2023, visa complications prevented the 22-year-old from making her U.S. debut until now. According to Fightful Select, former TNA executive Gail Kim played a crucial role behind the scenes to get Hudson’s visa approved. Kim, who departed TNA in March, reportedly pushed for the company to fast-track the process, personally vouching for Hudson’s talent and potential.

Hudson has now signed a one-year deal with the promotion, making her the latest addition to an increasingly international and youthful Knockouts division. Starting her wrestling journey in 2017, Hudson has built her name across the UK indie circuit, collecting both singles and tag team gold along the way. Known for her scrappy energy and in-ring versatility, she brings a fresh presence to the TNA women’s roster.

Her signing follows a wave of recent Knockouts division reinforcements, including the additions of ex-WWE star Indi Hartwell, who joined the promotion after being let go by WWE last year and 24-year-old Maggie Lee, who debuted earlier this year and also wrestled at the recent California tapings.

As TNA continues to invest in fresh talent, Harley Hudson’s arrival feels like a long-overdue step forward—and potentially the start of something big.

Will Hudson live up to the hype that’s been building for the past two years? Time will tell, but she’s finally got her foot in the door.

TNA Wrestling Bans Blading & Intentional Bleeding

In a major policy shift, TNA Wrestling has officially banned blading—putting an end to a 22-year tradition that often showcased the “Crimson Mask” as a gritty badge of honor in the company’s storytelling. The announcement, reported by PWInsider, was delivered to talent during a locker room meeting held on Friday, May 2.

The new directive outlaws the practice of intentional bleeding, marking the first time since TNA’s 2002 inception that the company has taken a firm stance against it. While accidents will still be understood as part of the risk of in-ring work, deliberate bloodletting—long a staple of hardcore bouts and personal feuds—will no longer be permitted.

Despite this, fans can still expect to see blood in the upcoming Dog Collar Match between International Champion Steve Maclin and Eric Young. That bout, which was taped on May 1 prior to the policy being enacted, is still set to air with its original content intact. However, it’s expected to be one of the last high-profile examples of blading in the promotion moving forward.

This change also comes after the recent very bloody Barbed Wire Massacre Match at TNA Unbreakable between Sami Callihan and Mance Warner

The change is being attributed to multiple factors. Health and safety were cited as top priorities in the decision, especially as concerns about infections and long-term damage continue to evolve in the wrestling world. In addition, TNA is reportedly making a concerted effort to appeal to a broader audience and maintain strong relationships with current and potential advertising partners—many of whom view excessive blood as a liability.

This move brings TNA in line with WWE’s long-standing approach. WWE famously banned blading in 2008 during the PG era, though there have been recent exceptions. Notably, Gunther busted open Jimmy Uso in a brutal match on SmackDown, suggesting that WWE may be more open to blood—albeit in a controlled, storyline-driven context.

For longtime TNA fans, this marks the end of an era that helped distinguish the promotion from its more sanitized mainstream counterpart. Still, it’s clear the company is prioritizing professionalism and growth as it continues to rebuild its brand under the revived TNA banner.

Do you think this policy change helps or hurts TNA’s product moving forward?

Robert Stone Returns to TNA With Eyes on Santino Marella’s Job; Victoria Crawford (Alicia Fox) Set for Knockouts Title Shot

The TNA power struggle just got a whole lot more personal — and a little more WWE-flavored.

On this week’s episode of TNA iMPACT!, former TNA star and current WWE NXT figure Robert Stone made a surprise return, confronting Director of Authority Santino Marella and delivering a blunt message: he’s watching him — and he might just be coming for his job.

Stone, who many fans still remember as Robbie E from his TNA days, didn’t show up alone. He brought with him a sense of corporate legitimacy, declaring that Santino is officially under review by the TNA Board of Directors and naming himself the one tasked with monitoring Marella’s performance. In case Stone isn’t around to oversee things personally, he introduced a new name into the fold — Victoria Crawford, better known to WWE fans as Alicia Fox — as his appointed Deputy Director.

And she’s not just here for admin duties.

Crawford has been thrust straight into the spotlight with a major title opportunity, as it was announced she will challenge Masha Slamovich for the TNA Knockouts Championship at Under Siege. The challenge comes on the heels of Crawford’s unexpected involvement at TNA Unbreakable 2025, where she interfered in a mixed tag match pitting Slamovich and Joe Hendry against Frankie Kazarian and Tessa Blanchard. That encounter has sparked what looks to be an intense feud between Crawford and Slamovich, now set to explode in a title match.

Tension around Santino’s authority continued to rise throughout the night. Tessa Blanchard — herself no stranger to shaking things up — confronted Santino backstage and threw her support behind Robert Stone’s ambitions, hinting that change might be exactly what TNA leadership needs.

Between internal power plays and a returning Crawford eyeing Knockouts gold, the dynamic within TNA’s leadership and women’s division is shifting fast. With Under Siege on the horizon and Stone’s influence growing, one thing is certain: Santino Marella’s days as Director of Authority may be numbered.

TNA Impact Preview 5/1/2025

TNA Impact live tonight on AXS TV at the special start time of 10pm ET from the Bren Events Center in Irvine, CA.

  • Indi Hartwell appears live
  • TNA World Champion Joe Hendry & The Hardys vs. Frankie Kazarian & TNA World Tag Team Champions The Nemeth Brothers
  • TNA X Division Championship: Moose (c) vs. Zachary Wentz
  • Leon Slater vs. KC Navarro
  • Maggie Lee vs. Jody Threat
  • TNA International Champion Steve Maclin will speak
  • John Goblikon from RIGHT NOW podcast appears

Ricky Morton Speaks Out on Risky Spot at TNA Rebellion: “Leon Gave You His Trust”

Wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Famer Ricky Morton is never shy about speaking his mind, especially when it comes to the safety of today’s talent. Following a jaw-dropping — and dangerous — moment at TNA Rebellion, Morton took to social media to call out what he saw as a breakdown in one of wrestling’s most sacred codes: trust.

The incident occurred during the multi-man TNA X Division Championship match, where reigning champ Moose defended his title against five challengers. At one point, rising star Leon Slater scaled a steel beam more than 15 feet in the air and launched himself with a Swanton Bomb onto the crowd of wrestlers waiting below on the outside. But instead of catching him and absorbing the impact — a standard in high-risk spots like this — Slater crashed through them and hit the floor hard. Miraculously, he walked away seemingly unscathed.

Morton, watching from afar, didn’t hold back in his criticism. “I’m disappointed,” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Leon gave you his trust and body on the line for an amazing moment & all of you DROPPED him. Thank God he walked away. In our business, trust is everything and his trust may never be the same.”

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express veteran wasn’t trying to throw anyone under the bus, though. In a follow-up post, he urged younger wrestlers to speak up when they’re not fully confident in a planned move. His message was as much about accountability as it was about protection.

“I will add, don’t agree to stuff if you don’t feel confident and comfortable. Speak up. I assure you, it won’t make you any less of a wrestler,” Morton advised. “I just genuinely hoped that everyone could take something from what happened, learn from it, and focus on fixing what’s next. We all make mistakes, myself included.”

The spot has sparked debate online, with some fans applauding Slater’s fearlessness and others echoing Morton’s concerns about safety and timing. Regardless of where you stand, it’s clear the conversation about risk and responsibility in modern wrestling isn’t going away anytime soon.

One thing’s for sure — when a veteran like Ricky Morton speaks, the industry listens.

Moose successfully defended his title against Slater, Matt Cardona, KC Navarro, Sidney Akeem, and El Hijo del Vikingo, and is closing in on 200 days with the title.