TNA Genesis 1/17/2026 (Card)

TNA Genesis – Saturday, January 17, 2026 – Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas (Dallas).

CARD

  • TNA World Championship – Texas Death Match (Nic Nemeth serving as the Special Guest Referee): Mike Santana (c) vs. Frankie Kazarian
  • J.D.C.’s Retirement Match: J.D.C. vs. Eddie Edwards
  • Three-Way Match: Joe Hendry vs. Moose vs. Cedric Alexander
  • Elijah vs. Mustafa Ali (with Tasha Steelz, Jason Hotch, John Skyler & Agent Zero)
  • TNA World Tag Team Championship: The Hardys (c) vs. The Righteous
  • TNA Knockouts World Championship: Léi Yǐng Lee (c) vs. ZARIA (with Sol Ruca)
  • A.J. Francis vs. Rich Swann
  • Mara Sadè vs. Ryan Nemeth

WWE SmackDown Preview 1/16/2026

WWE SmackDown airs tonight (Jan. 16) with a show (live on Netflix in certain international markets, taped version airing in its normal time slot in the USA) from OVO Arena Wembley in London, England

  • New Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre returns to SmackDown
  • Undisputed WWE Title No. 1 Contender’s Qualifying Match: Randy Orton vs. The Miz
  • Undisputed WWE Title No. 1 Contender’s Qualifying Match: Damian Priest vs. Solo Sikoa
  • Undisputed WWE Title No. 1 Contender’s Qualifying Match: Sami Zayn vs. Ilja Dragunov
  • Undisputed WWE Title No. 1 Contender’s Qualifying Match: Matt Cardona vs. Trick Williams
  • Carmelo Hayes to host a United States Title Open Challenge

Former WWE Star Daria Rae (Sonya Deville) Debuts In TNA, Introduces WWE NXT Alum Elayna Black (Cora Jade)

TNA IMPACT’s first episode on AMC came with a major surprise, as Daria Rae — formerly known to WWE fans as Sonya Deville — made her long-awaited return to pro wrestling and instantly shook up the company’s leadership structure.

The segment opened with Director of Authority Santino Marella addressing the audience after footage aired of Arianna Grace turning on her father in favor of Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo. Marella emphasized that IMPACT’s move to a new network meant increased visibility, higher expectations, and new goals for the company. With that in mind, he revealed that TNA had brought in someone new to help guide the promotion into this next era.

That person turned out to be Daria Rae.

Rae made her entrance to a strong reaction and initially echoed Marella’s comments, explaining that she had been closely watching TNA and was impressed with its potential. However, the tone of her promo quickly shifted. Rae dismissed Marella as a non-factor, openly mocking him and claiming even his own daughter wanted nothing to do with him. She bluntly told Marella that TNA didn’t need him and warned him to stay out of her way moving forward.

With authority already established, Rae revealed her first major move: a new signing to the Knockouts division.

That announcement brought out Elayna Black, formerly WWE NXT standout Cora Jade, who officially made her TNA debut. The moment marked a significant reset for Black, who had been released by WWE in May after a four-year run and had briefly returned to the independent scene before stepping away from wrestling last summer.

Rae’s appearance was just as notable. After spending a decade with WWE, she departed the company in February and later announced her retirement from wrestling in July. Her arrival in TNA not only signals a return to the industry but also places her in a position of power from day one.

Between Rae’s surprising role and Black’s addition to the Knockouts roster, TNA wasted no time making a statement on its AMC premiere. The company’s new era is clearly focused on bold changes — and this opening segment made it clear that more shake-ups could be right around the corner.

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! AMC Debut Preview 1/15/2026

A new era of TNA Wrestling begins tonight as Thursday Night iMPACT! makes its historic debut on AMC, airing LIVE at 9/8c from the Curtis Culwell Center in Dallas, Texas. Streaming on AMC+ and TNA+ in the U.S., Sportsnet and Sportsnet 360 in Canada, and TNA+ internationally.

  • TNA World Championship: Frankie Kazarian (c) vs. Mike Santana
    (Bully Ray as guest commentator)
  • TNA Knockouts Tag Team World Championship: The IInspiration (c) vs. The Elegance Brand
  • Six-Man Tag Team Match: The Hardys & Elijah vs. Order 4
  • WWE’s AJ Styles to appear

Powerhouse Hobbs Reportedly Leaving AEW as WWE Move Looms

Powerhouse Hobbs appears to be on the verge of closing the book on his AEW run, with multiple reports indicating that a jump to WWE could be right around the corner.

According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, Hobbs’ AEW contract was set to expire at midnight on January 14. His time with the company effectively wrapped at the conclusion of the Maximum Carnage taping of AEW Collision, which was taped last night. While fans will still see Hobbs one final time on television, his departure behind the scenes is all but official.

The possibility of WWE landing Hobbs has been discussed for quite some time. Dave Meltzer noted in last week’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter that WWE interest in Hobbs has existed for years, but sources within the company now believe a deal is imminent, assuming nothing changes in the coming days. Sapp added that while rumors circulated about Hobbs potentially heading to WWE in 2025, there was reportedly no contact at that time. However, WWE had reached out several years ago during Dan Ventrelle’s tenure as Head of Talent Relations, though Hobbs ultimately chose to re-sign with AEW back then.

AEW, for its part, made a strong push to keep one of its most physically imposing homegrown stars. Contract talks reportedly stretched on for a while, with AEW presenting what internal sources described as a “huge” offer. Despite the money on the table, Hobbs opted to explore his options elsewhere. The split is said to be on excellent terms, with no animosity between Hobbs and the company.

Although Hobbs is technically free to sign with WWE this week, he still has one last AEW appearance lined up. On the Maximum Carnage edition of Collision airing this Saturday, Hobbs will defend the AEW World Trios Championships alongside Samoa Joe and Katsuyori Shibata as The Opps face Hangman Page and JetSpeed. The match was taped in advance, clearing the way for Hobbs to potentially appear on WWE programming as early as Friday night.

At this point, it’s unclear whether Hobbs would debut in WWE NXT or head straight to the main roster. What is clear is that he exits AEW with an impressive résumé, including a reign as AEW TNT Champion and a historic run as one-third of the longest-reigning AEW World Trios Champions.

If this truly is the end of Powerhouse Hobbs in AEW, his next chapter could be the biggest of his career — and WWE may soon be welcoming one of the most dominant powerhouses to hit the market in years.

The Rascalz Officially Headed to AEW Following Multi-Year Deal Signings

AEW made things official on the Maximum Carnage edition of Dynamite, confirming that The Rascalz are on their way to the company. Shortly after the on-air reveal, new details emerged shedding light on how the popular group’s move came together behind the scenes.

According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, Desmond Xavier, Trey Miguel, Zachary Wentz, and Myron Reed have all signed multi-year contracts with AEW, with the deals finalized by at least the first week of January. While it’s unclear whether their signings happened before or after Jake Doyle’s recent deal, the timing firmly places The Rascalz as part of AEW’s plans moving forward.

TNA reportedly made a legitimate effort to keep the former NXT Tag Team Champions in the fold. However, AEW ultimately presented a stronger offer, which proved to be the deciding factor. Miguel and Wentz were both nearing the end of their TNA contracts, set to expire at the end of 2025, while Xavier and Reed were not locked into contracts with the company at all. Despite one member of the group being especially motivated to move on, the report notes that all four departed TNA on good terms.

Myron Reed’s situation, in particular, drew attention over the past week. Reed had been advertised for the January 15 episode of TNA Impact, which will mark the promotion’s debut on AMC. He was slated to challenge Leon Slater for the X-Division Championship, but the match was quietly removed from promotional material, fueling speculation about his future. That removal ultimately cleared the path for Reed’s AEW signing.

Interestingly, Reed was reportedly open to working the Slater match as a farewell appearance. However, the bout was scrapped entirely due to the possibility of WWE wanting Slater available for its upcoming European tour, putting an end to the planned matchup.

With The Rascalz now officially AEW-bound, the focus shifts to how the high-flying group will be introduced on screen and where they’ll fit into AEW’s crowded tag team and trios landscape. One thing is certain: their arrival adds yet another exciting layer to AEW’s ever-evolving roster.

AEW Dynamite ‘Maximum Carnage’ Preview 1/14/2026

AEW Dynamite ‘Maximum Carnage’ airs live tonight on TBS and HBO Max from the Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, beginning at 8:00 pm ET.

  • 4-Way Tag Team Match – Winner earns a future World Tag Team Title shot against FTR: The Young Bucks vs. Gates of Agony vs. Jetspeed vs. Don Callis Family’s Jake Doyle & Mark Davis
  • Babes of Wrath & Kris Statlander vs. Triangle of Madness
  • AEW World Championship: MJF (c) vs. ROH World Champion Bandido
  • Darby Allin vs. PAC
  • Kenny Omega returns

TNA Quietly Removes X-Division Title Match From AMC Debut Amid Contract Uncertainty Of The Rascalz

TNA Wrestling has made a notable last-minute change to the lineup for its upcoming AMC debut episode of iMPACT!, and it appears to stem from real-world contract issues rather than creative direction.

The company has quietly pulled the previously announced X-Division Championship match that would have seen Leon Slater defend his title against Myron Reed. The bout has been removed from promotional graphics and the official event listing for Thursday’s show at the Curtis Culwell Center in Dallas. While Slater is still featured in TNA’s “tune in” press materials for the venue, Reed’s name is no longer mentioned.

Behind the scenes, reports suggest the decision is tied to the contract status of The Rascalz. According to PWInsider, members of the group are no longer under contract with TNA Wrestling. Trey Miguel and Zach Wentz are believed to have seen their deals expire at the end of 2025, with no option in place for TNA to extend them for an additional year.

Reed appears to have confirmed his own status indirectly, as his social media now lists him as a “free agent.” Dezmond Xavier has also resurfaced recently, though he is likewise believed to be unsigned. While all four performers still appear on some TNA roster listings, multiple sources indicate that there are currently no active contracts binding them to the promotion.

TNA officials reportedly declined to comment when asked about The Rascalz’ status. Despite the group still being listed on the company’s website, the belief backstage is that all four wrestlers are free to work elsewhere without restriction.

As for the X-Division Championship picture, Leon Slater’s reign remains intact and unaffected by the change. He is still scheduled to defend the title this Saturday at TNA Genesis in a Triple Threat match against Cedric Alexander and Moose, a bout that continues to be heavily promoted.

With TNA stepping onto a new platform with its AMC debut, the situation surrounding The Rascalz is one worth keeping an eye on, especially given their popularity and long-standing association with the company’s X-Division.

AEW Quietly Signed Former WOW Standout Tatevik Late Last Year

All Elite Wrestling continues to add depth to its women’s division, and one recent signing managed to fly completely under the radar.

According to a report from Fightful Select, independent wrestling veteran Tatevik officially signed with AEW back in the fall of 2025. Despite being under contract for several months now, she has yet to resurface on AEW television, leaving many fans unaware she was even part of the roster.

Tatevik’s lone appearance in an AEW ring came earlier in 2025, when she competed on AEW Collision in March against Harley Cameron, who now holds the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championship. Since then, her work has primarily taken place on the independent scene rather than AEW programming.

One of her more consistent stops has been Ohio Valley Wrestling, where she’s faced off against several notable names in the women’s division. Tatevik has gone toe-to-toe with former OVW Women’s Champions like Haley J, J-Rod, and Freya The Slaya. Her most recent OVW match occurred at the promotion’s Christmas Chaos event on December 21, where she teamed up with J-Rod.

Before her AEW signing, Tatevik gained wider recognition under the WOW: Women Of Wrestling banner, competing as Tatevik The Gamer. During that run, she shared the ring with former WWE NXT and TNA talent Santana Garrett, helping raise her profile beyond the indie circuit.

More recently, Tatevik appeared at Metroplex Wrestling’s Who Runs The World 2 event, which was organized by current ROH Women’s World Champion Athena. The show featured a four-way elimination match with major names, including AEW’s Deonna Purrazzo and Hyan, as well as Reiza Clarke. The winner earned a shot at the MPX Women’s Championship, currently held by former AEW talent Abadon.

For now, there’s no official word on when Tatevik will make her return to AEW television. AEW is set to be back in Phoenix, Arizona this week for Dynamite and Collision, but whether she factors into those plans remains to be seen.

With her contract already in place and a growing résumé across multiple promotions, it may only be a matter of time before AEW finally reintroduces Tatevik to its audience in a more prominent role.

WWE NXT Preview 1/13/2026

WWE NXT tonight on The CW.

  • No Disqualification Match: Joe Hendry vs. Dion Lennox
  • WWE Men’s Speed Championship: Jasper Troy (c) vs. Tavion Heights
  • TNA International Championship: Stacks (c) vs. Shiloh Hill
  • Lola Vice vs. Kelani Jordan
  • Ava makes announcement about the future of the NXT Championship