Category: TNA

Jeff Hardy Lands Massive New Gig At Louder Than Life Music Festival

Jeff Hardy Scores Career-Defining Spot At Louder Than Life Festival

Jeff Hardy is set to take one of the biggest stages of his music career this fall.

The multi-time world champion has officially been announced for the Louder Than Life music festival, which returns to Louisville from September 17–20 with one of the most stacked rock lineups of the year. The four-day event will feature heavy-hitting acts including Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance, Alice Cooper, Limp Bizkit, Pantera, Tool, Megadeth, A Day To Remember, Papa Roach, Pierce The Veil, and many more.

Hardy is slated to perform on the festival’s second day, placing him on a bill alongside some of the most iconic names in rock and metal. For Hardy, who has spent years balancing his in-ring legacy with his passion for music, this marks a major milestone.

While this isn’t his first major festival appearance — Hardy previously performed at the 2023 Blue Ridge Rock Festival alongside bands like Five Finger Death Punch and Three Days Grace — Louder Than Life represents an even larger spotlight. The event has become one of the premier rock festivals in the United States, regularly drawing massive crowds and global attention.

Hardy has long been open about his love for music, often incorporating it into his wrestling persona and creative projects outside the ring. Now, sharing a lineup with legendary and contemporary rock heavyweights signals that his music career is continuing to gain serious traction.

For fans of “The Charismatic Enigma,” this is another example of Hardy expanding his legacy beyond professional wrestling — and doing so on a massive stage.

JBL Says TNA Creative Shake-Up Halted Planned In-Ring Return

John “Bradshaw” Layfield was a lot closer to lacing up his boots again than most fans realized — but a sudden creative shift in TNA ultimately pulled the plug on the idea.

Speaking recently on TMZ’s Inside The Ring, the WWE Hall of Famer addressed the growing buzz about a potential in-ring comeback. Between appearances in GCW and AAA, along with reports that he had been training with veterans Jody Malenko and Gerald Brisco, speculation had been building that JBL was preparing for something substantial.

As it turns out, those rumors weren’t far off.

Layfield confirmed that he had agreed in principle to work with TNA last year. However, after a change in the company’s creative direction, he decided it was no longer something he wanted to be part of.

According to JBL, the revised plans simply didn’t make sense — not from a storytelling standpoint and not from a business one. Rather than force something he didn’t believe in, he chose to step away, noting that there are no hard feelings and that he still maintains a positive relationship with the promotion.

Interestingly, the creative decision-maker behind the change was reportedly let go shortly afterward. Around the same time, WWE’s evolving relationship with TNA shifted the broader landscape, and the proposed return never resurfaced.

TNA wasn’t the only company where plans changed. JBL also revealed that he had discussions about doing something with AAA in Mexico. But once WWE became more directly involved, his role pivoted. Instead of stepping back into the ring, Layfield found himself transitioning into commentary duties.

In hindsight, JBL seems perfectly fine with how things played out — even joking that WWE moving him to commentary might have been a subtle message.

That doesn’t mean he isn’t taking training seriously.

At 59 years old, Layfield has built out a personal training setup complete with mats, suplex dummies, and conditioning equipment, and he’s clearly enjoying the grind. While he stopped short of confirming any concrete return plans, he admitted there’s at least an outline of an idea floating around.

For now, JBL appears content staying active, staying in shape, and keeping his options open. If he does make one more walk to the ring, it won’t just be for nostalgia. As he made clear, any comeback would need to make sense creatively — and, just as importantly, be good for business.

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 2/19/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! tonight on AMC.

Watch on AMC, AMC+, & TNA+ (US), Sportsnet & Sportsnet 360 (Canada), TNA+ (internationally)

  • Fallout from No Surrender
  • Guitar Case Casket Match: Elijah vs. Mustafa Ali
  • TNA International Championship: Trey Miguel (c) vs. Stacks
  • Tessa Blanchard vs. Jody Threat
  • BDE and Rich Swann vs. Sinner and Saint
  • We’ll hear from Elayna Black.
  • We’ll hear from TNA World Champion Mike Santana

Mickie James Shocks TNA Crowd With Return At No Surrender 2026

The TNA Asylum in Nashville got a blast from the past on Friday night as “Hardcore Country” Mickie James made her long-awaited return at No Surrender 2026.

It had been nearly three years since James last appeared inside a TNA ring, but the former Knockouts legend chose the perfect moment to reemerge — and she didn’t come alone with just nostalgia. She came with a fight in mind.

The surprise unfolded after The Elegance Brand’s Heather and M successfully retained the Knockouts World Tag Team Championships against Indi Hartwell and Xia Brookside. With the champions celebrating, James’ music hit, instantly shifting the energy inside the building.

James made her way to the ring and quickly locked eyes with Ash by Elegance, signaling exactly who was on her radar. Ash didn’t waste time charging at the returning veteran as she stepped onto the apron — but the gamble backfired. James fired off a flurry of punches, reminding everyone why she’s one of the most respected brawlers in Knockouts history.

Of course, the numbers game soon caught up with her as Heather and M jumped into the fray. Before things could spiral out of control, Hartwell and Brookside rushed back to even the odds, leading to a chaotic scene that left fans buzzing about what comes next.

While this marked her first TNA appearance in quite some time, James hasn’t exactly been inactive. Nearly a year ago, in July 2025, she captured the ABC (Association Biterroise de Catch) Women’s Championship by defeating Mila Smidt — a title she still holds over 200 days into her reign. Even outside the ring, she’s remained a prominent figure in the industry, joining the 2025 TNA Hall of Fame class and serving as a coach on the debut season of WWE’s LFG.

Her last TNA match prior to this return came at Bound for Glory 2023, where she fell short in a Knockouts World Title challenge against Trinity (WWE’s Naomi). Now, with her focus clearly set on The Elegance Brand, it looks like James may be gearing up for another meaningful run in the company she helped define.

Whether this was a one-night appearance or the beginning of something bigger remains to be seen — but one thing is clear: the Knockouts division just got a lot more interesting.

TNA No Surrender 2/13/2026 (Results) – Mickie James Returned

Countdown To No Surrender

Sinner & Saint def. Brad Attitude & TW3

The local duo brought plenty of energy, but Sinner & Saint were clearly on another level. After absorbing some early offense, they sealed the deal with a sharp combo kick into a perfectly executed bridging suplex.

Mance Warner Calls Out “Action” Mike Jackson

Mance Warner and Steph De Lander interrupted the legendary Mike Jackson during a segment. Jackson didn’t flinch — but he made it clear that disrespect toward Gia Miller wouldn’t be tolerated. Warner questioned whether Jackson could still go. Jackson answered by accepting a match later in the night.

King’s Speech Leads To Frankie Kazarian vs. Alan Angels

Ryan Nemeth and Alan Angels were scheduled to wrestle, but Frankie Kazarian hijacked the segment for an impromptu edition of “King’s Speech.” Nemeth was fine with it — so long as he still got paid.

Angels refused to leave. Kazarian threatened to drop the mic and punch him — and followed through. Unfortunately for Kaz, Angels fired back.

In his official TNA return, Alan Angels made it clear he wasn’t there to waste time and challenged Kazarian on the spot.

Frankie Kazarian def. Alan Angels

Angels impressed immediately, flying around the ring and even locking in the Wings of Saturn. A missed moonsault proved costly, though. Kazarian capitalized and cinched in the chickenwing submission to force the tap.

Arianna Grace and Stacks vowed backstage that they would leave No Surrender as champions, promising to become wrestling’s ultimate power couple — and to make Santino Marella proud.

No Surrender Main Card Results

Knockouts Battle Royal

Winner: Jody Threat (Earns Knockouts Championship Match)

The Knockouts division brought chaos from the opening bell.

Late in the match, Mila Moore and Victoria Crawford tried to eliminate Jody Threat. Tessa Blanchard crashed into the pile — accidentally eliminating her own allies. Threat narrowly survived by hanging onto the bottom rope with her feet while the field assumed she was gone.

Blanchard thought she had it won after eliminating Mara Sade. Instead, Threat popped back in and sent Blanchard to the floor to secure the victory and a future Knockouts Championship opportunity.

Mike Santana cut a focused promo acknowledging Nic Nemeth and Eddie Edwards’ world title opportunities, warning that he sees “the snakes” lurking. Leon Slater also returned from visa-related absence and shot down the idea of using Option C — especially against Santana.

Oh — and yes, Jelly Roll was in attendance.

TNA International Championship

Trey Miguel def. Stacks (c) to win the title

Stacks had Arianna Grace in his corner — and she didn’t hesitate to get involved. However, the referee caught her slapping Trey Miguel and ejected her from ringside.

From there, Trey turned the tide. A sliding DDT on the floor shifted momentum before he put Stacks away with the Lightning Spiral to capture the International Championship.

Trouble in paradise for the “power couple.”

AJ Francis stormed the stage next, boasting that if Jelly Roll wants to wrestle in TNA, he’ll be waiting. Francis declared himself the real ratings mover and invited himself to commentary for the remainder of the night.

Mance Warner def. “Action” Mike Jackson

The 70+ year-old Jackson stunned the crowd with a suplex on the floor and a suicide dive. Warner recovered by avoiding a crossbody and leveling Jackson with a lariat before finishing him with a lifting DDT.

Post-match, Warner and Steph De Lander showed respect to Jackson — teasing a possible shift in attitude. A brief staredown with AJ Francis followed, but no punches were thrown.

Backstage, Arianna Grace berated Stacks for losing his title, warning him that one more embarrassment could mean the end of their relationship.

Knockouts Tag Team Championship

The Elegance Brand (c) def. Indi Hartwell & Xia Brookside

Mr. Elegance’s interference helped swing control early. Indi Hartwell eventually got the hot tag and cleaned house, but The Elegance Brand weathered the storm.

A brutal corner assault and their bow-and-arrow flying stomp finisher put Hartwell down for the three-count.

Moments later…

Mickie James Returns

Hardcore Country is back.

Mickie James stormed the ring and immediately targeted Ash. The Elegance Brand retreated before Mickie could land her jumping DDT, clearly setting up unfinished business.

Eric Young def. BDE

Before the bell even rang, BDE launched a series of dives onto Young. Once the match officially began, things turned nasty.

There was biting. There were low blows. There was referee distraction.

BDE nearly stole it with a Canadian Destroyer, but Young survived. A shove into the ropes knocked BDE off the top, and Young capitalized with a piledriver for the win.

Jody Threat celebrated her title opportunity until Tessa Blanchard and company interrupted. The trash talk quickly escalated into a singles challenge for Impact.

Knockouts Championship

Arianna Grace def. Lei Ying Lee (c) to win the title

Despite earlier tension, Stacks remained at ringside.

Lei Ying Lee dominated early with strikes and suplexes. Chaos erupted when Dani Luna appeared on stage, demanding the title shot she never received due to visa issues. Security restrained her, but the distraction gave Arianna the opening she needed.

Stacks attempted to assist with the belt. Lee fought him off, but upon returning to the ring, Arianna kicked the ropes into her face. She then struck with the Cobra — yes, Santino’s Cobra — before finishing Lee with a fireman’s carry knee strike to win the Knockouts Championship.

Arianna Grace is now champion.

Santino later confronted Arianna backstage, only for Daria Rae to answer the door. Rae verbally tore into Santino, accusing him of failing both professionally and personally. When Santino reached for the Cobra — it was gone. Rae warned she would fire him if he used it and reminded him of her MMA background.

Order 4 def. The Hardys & The Righteous

Questions about trust between The Hardys and The Righteous lingered throughout the match. At one point, they appeared fully united, even delivering stereo Twists of Fate and Swantons.

Late chaos saw Tasha Steelz throw powder into Dutch’s eyes. Mustafa Ali exploited the confusion, leading to a spinning side slam on Matt Hardy before Ali hit a 450 splash for the win.

Afterward, Elijah appeared with a guitar-case “casket” ahead of his upcoming match with Ali. Ali attacked a decoy, only for Elijah to emerge from inside the case and brawl with him.

Main Event

Mike Santana & Leon Slater def. Nic Nemeth & Eddie Edwards

The looming threat all night was whether Nemeth, Edwards, or Slater would cash in their world title opportunities mid-match, which would have immediately halted the tag bout.

Instead, we got chaos.

Steve Maclin brawled Santana into the crowd. The System interfered. The referee was knocked down. Moose ran in for the save and fought Edwards to the back.

It ultimately came down to Slater vs. Nemeth.

Nemeth connected with a Fameasser and signaled for a superkick, but Slater beat him to the punch with a spinning heel kick. Slater then soared with a swanton 450 splash to secure the victory in a breakout performance.

No cash-ins. No world title shockers.

Just momentum shifting across the TNA landscape heading out of No Surrender.

TNA No Surrender 2/13/2026 (Card)

TNA No Surrender – Friday , February 13, 2026 – The Pinnacle in Nashville, Tennessee

CARD

  • TNA International Championship: Stacks (c) vs. Trey Miguel.
  • TNA Knockouts World Championship: Léi Yǐng Lee (c) vs. Arianna Grace.
  • TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship: The Elegance Brand (c) vs. Indi Hartwell & Xia Brookside.
  • TNA Knockouts Championship #1 Contenders Battle Royal: Competitors TBA.
  • The Hardys & The Righteous vs. Order 4.
  • Mike Santana & Leon Slater vs. Nic Nemeth & Eddie Edwards
  • Eric Young vs. BDE

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 2/12/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT!  tonight on AMC.

Watch on AMC, AMC+, & TNA+ (US), Sportsnet & Sportsnet 360 (Canada), TNA+ (internationally)

  • Moose opens the show
  • Albuquerque Street Fight: Mara Sade vs. Ryan Nemeth
  • Nic Nemeth vs. Rich Swann
  • The System takes on Mike Santana, Moose & The Hardys
  • We’ll hear from Eric Young
  • we’ll hear from Elijah
  • Moose opens the show

TNA Parent Company Files Lawsuit Against Gail Kim Over Contract and Jurisdiction Dispute

A surprising and serious legal situation has emerged involving one of TNA Wrestling’s most iconic figures.

According to a report from PWInsider, TNA parent company Anthem Wrestling Exhibitions, LLC — operating under Anthem Sports & Entertainment — filed a lawsuit against TNA Hall of Famer Gail Kim on January 10 in Nashville’s Chancery Court. The filing comes after Kim notified the company that she believed she may have potential legal claims following her departure in March 2025.

The core issue centers on jurisdiction and classification. Anthem’s lawsuit is a preemptive move, asking the court to rule that any disputes between the company and Kim must be handled under Tennessee law, not Florida law. Kim had reportedly indicated that she may pursue claims under the Florida Private Whistleblower Act, though Anthem’s filing does not outline the specific allegations behind those potential claims.

Anthem argues that Kim’s contractual agreements clearly state Tennessee law governs any disputes. The company points to a Services Agreement signed in September 2022 that outlined Kim’s responsibilities in talent relations, match production, and performer services, along with helping identify new revenue and growth opportunities. While the agreement expired at the end of 2024, it was reportedly extended on a month-to-month basis before the relationship ended.

The filing also references a separate, non-exclusive Booking Agreement that allowed Kim to work for other promotions or entertainment projects, as long as they were not direct competitors to TNA. Anthem is emphasizing that both agreements classified Kim as an independent contractor rather than an employee.

To support that claim, Anthem notes that Kim was not eligible for employee benefits such as health insurance, pensions, workers’ compensation, or paid leave. The company also states that during her most recent run, Kim primarily worked remotely, did not have dedicated office space, and wrestled only once. Her outside television appearances on The Amazing Race Canada and The Traitors Canada were also cited as examples of her independence, along with the fact that she received 1099 tax forms for her compensation.

Anthem further states that Kim’s exit was part of a broader “strategic decision to restructure.” That restructuring reportedly included the non-renewal of contracts for Kim and two other independent contractors, as well as the termination of five employees. The filing also mentions that Anthony Ciccione, former President of the Sports Group for Anthem Sports & Entertainment, stepped down from his role in May 2025.

Based on all of this, Anthem is asking the court to rule that Kim does not have viable claims under the Florida Private Whistleblower Act, the Florida Civil Rights Act, or Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The company is also seeking reimbursement for legal fees and court costs.

The situation is especially notable given Kim’s legacy within TNA. She is widely viewed as a cornerstone of the Knockouts division, with her feud against Awesome Kong helping legitimize women’s wrestling in the company during its early years. Kim first debuted in TNA in 2005, returned in 2011 after a WWE run, and remained with the promotion until 2022 before transitioning into backstage roles. She was inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame in 2016, becoming the first woman to receive the honor.

After her departure, Kim publicly thanked fans and colleagues, emphasizing her pride in helping build the Knockouts division and making it clear she wasn’t done with wrestling altogether. She later revealed during a December 2025 fan Q&A that she had turned down a WWE offer, saying she “had to decline” despite wanting to accept.

As of now, court records do not show whether Kim has been formally served with the lawsuit, and no court dates have been scheduled. The situation remains fluid, but it’s a rare and uncomfortable development involving one of TNA’s most respected names.

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 2/5/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT on AMC taped from the Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

  • Daria Rae is set to address the upcoming No Surrender match, building the intensity as anticipation builds toward the event.
  • Tessa Blanchard in action
  • Trey Miguel in action
  • Elijah & Jade Stone vs. Mustafa Ali & Tasha Steelz
  • The Elegance Brand vs. Xia Brookside, Lei Ying Lee & Indi Hartwell
  • The Righteous in action

Steve Maclin “Fired” in Shocking Feast or Fired Reveal on TNA IMPACT

TNA Wrestling delivered a classic Feast or Fired twist on Thursday night, and former world champion Steve Maclin ended up with the worst possible outcome.

During this week’s episode of TNA IMPACT, the four briefcases from last week’s Feast or Fired match were finally opened, revealing exactly what was on the line for Steve Maclin, Eric Young, Eddie Edwards, and the returning Trey Miguel. It marked the first Feast or Fired match in three years, and TNA wasted no time reminding fans why the concept remains so ruthless.

Trey Miguel was the first to open his case, learning he had earned a shot at the TNA International Championship. Eddie Edwards followed, discovering he’ll be receiving an opportunity at the TNA World Championship. At that point, the tension was already high — and it only escalated from there.

Maclin was next. When he opened his briefcase, he found the dreaded pink slip, signaling that he had been fired from TNA. The former champion stood in stunned silence as the reality set in. Moments later, Eric Young opened the final briefcase, revealing an opportunity at the TNA X-Division Championship. Young didn’t miss the chance to rub salt in the wound, mocking Maclin and reminding him that “actions have consequences” before laughing and walking away.

Maclin declined to comment on the situation, choosing instead to leave the ring visibly shaken.

The result is especially notable given Maclin’s history with the company. He joined TNA in 2021 after departing WWE and quickly became a key player. Maclin captured the Impact World Championship in 2023 (now known again as the TNA World Championship) and also enjoyed two reigns as International Champion throughout 2024. Reports late last year indicated that Maclin had signed a short-term contract extension after his deal expired in December, making this storyline development all the more intriguing.

Whether this “firing” leads to time away, a storyline suspension, or something more unexpected remains to be seen. One thing is certain: Feast or Fired has once again shaken up TNA in a major way, and Steve Maclin’s future with the promotion is now clouded with uncertainty.