It’s the final TNA iMPACT! before Victory Road this Thursday at 8/7c on TNA+ around the world, AXS TV in the US, and Sportsnet 360 in Canada.
It’s been nine long years since fans last saw Ken Anderson inside a TNA ring, but the former two-time World Champion finally made his return this week—and it didn’t exactly go as planned.
Anderson appeared as a guest on Frankie Kazarian’s in-ring talk segment in Minneapolis, with friends and family in attendance for the homecoming. What started as a respectful sit-down quickly turned into a verbal sparring match.
Kazarian, who has recently set his sights on Steve Maclin’s TNA International Championship, used the opportunity to bring up Maclin’s military background. With Anderson having served in the U.S. Army Reserve, Kaz sought his opinion—though his questioning quickly veered into insults. Kazarian belittled Anderson’s service, even questioning his character, before taking personal shots about his family.
The verbal jabs were too much for Anderson, who finally stood up for himself by grabbing Kaz’s wrist to shut him down. But before the confrontation could escalate further, Jake Something blindsided Anderson. The ambush revealed Kazarian had recruited Jake as his latest protégé after tensions between the two men seemed to flare just last week.
Luckily for Anderson, Steve Maclin hit the ring to even the odds and chase off Kaz and Jake.
Now, the stage is set: Anderson will officially return to action next week, teaming with Maclin against Kazarian and Jake Something in tag team action.
Nine years away, and Mr. Anderson is already back in the thick of TNA drama—exactly where fans expected him to be.
Don’t miss an all-new TNA iMPACT! at 8/7c on TNA+, AXS TV in the US, and Sportsnet 360 in Canada as the path to Bound For Glory continues.
The lines between WWE NXT and TNA Wrestling continue to blur, and things may be about to explode.
On this week’s special NXT: Homecoming episode, several TNA stars took to social media during the broadcast, voicing frustration over how the company was being portrayed. Their reactions didn’t go unnoticed — commentary duo Vic Joseph and Booker T even referenced the posts throughout the night, fanning the flames of what looks to be a brewing cross-promotional conflict.
That tension is expected to carry over into next week’s show in a big way. In what could be one of the most talked-about matches of the year, NXT Champion Oba Femi is set to clash with TNA Champion Trick Williams in a rare Title vs. Title encounter.
While details of how deep this “invasion” storyline will run are still under wraps, the fact that TNA talent are being worked into WWE programming at this level is already turning heads across the industry. Fans have been clamoring for interpromotional rivalries for years, and this could be the biggest crossover WWE has embraced since its collaborations with ECW in the late ‘90s.
If the momentum continues, we could be on the verge of a full-fledged TNA presence inside NXT — and that opens the door to dream matches, shocking run-ins, and a rivalry unlike anything we’ve seen in recent WWE history.
Santino Marella voiced his frustration, writing,
“This is getting to be too much, honestly, I’m very close to … whatever, I’m just saying it’s getting to be too much.”
Mike Santana posted an emotional response, saying,
“After the week I’ve just had. To be honest, I JUST DGAF! I don’t care who shows up to #TNABoundForGlory as champion…just make sure you’re ready. All my pain becomes purpose. I don’t plan on my daughter leaving the arena heartbroken again… You’re ALL fcked. Also.To keep it real with everyone… I’m pretty sick and tired of all the “WWE/NXT has control over TNA and can do what they want”, bullshit. Think it’s about time we put it to rest and do something about…Santana will challenge for the TNA Title at TNA Bound For Glory.”
Former WWE Superstar Cedric Alexander added, “I came to @ThisIsTNA for new opportunities and to reinvent myself. I refuse to sit around and have @WWENXT talent take those opportunities! It’s time for a change!!”
Mustafa Ali echoed the sentiment, warning, “NXT celebrates its past but disrespects TNA’s future. Many will talk about it. A few will do something about it. Consider this a warning @ShawnMichaels.”
The IInspiration (formerly The IIconics in WWE), Peyton Royce and Jessica McKay, chimed in as well:
“Sick to death of @NXT running roughshod over @TNA like there are no consequences. You’re playing with fire @ShawnMichaels.”
“Wowwww, @WWENXT really thinking they can do whatever they want with @ThisIsTNA… you gotta be joking me!! #NXTHomecoming”
TNA International Champion Steve Maclin (formerly Steve Cutler) issued a direct threat, writing,
“I’m not here for nostalgia. I’m fed up. NXT remembers me. I don’t FORGET. Lines keep getting crossed and now, you’ll answer to me. #HoldTheLine”
Even Moose, who has appeared on NXT before, questioned the legality of the upcoming match. He wrote,
“Title vs Title….. Winner takes all… is that even possible @milanmiracle??? Doesn’t @carlossilva have to approve this decision? This is very frustrating. Will be watching this match very closely. I have unfinished business with both Oba and Trick @WWENXT #NXTHomecoming”
TNA iMPACT! emanates from Minneapolis, Minnesota as The Path to Bound For Glory continues. Don’t miss a moment of the action this Thursday at 8/7c FREE on TNA+, YouTube and TNA’s FAST channels around the world, AXS TV in the US and Sportsnet 360 in Canada!
TNA iMPACT! is LIVE from Minneapolis, Minnesota as The Path to Bound For Glory continues tonight at 8/7c on TNA+ around the world, AXS TV in the US and Sportsnet 360 in Canada!
The Path to Bound For Glory rages on! Don’t miss an all-new TNA iMPACT! this Thursday at 8/7c on TNA+ worldwide, Sportsnet 360 in Canada, and at 9/8c on AXS TV in the US.
With Emergence in the books, the Path to Bound For Glory continues! Don’t miss an all-new TNA iMPACT! this Thursday at 8/7c on TNA+ worldwide, Sportsnet 360 in Canada, and at 9/8c on AXS TV in the US.
It looks like the Wednesday night wrestling wars could be getting a new twist — and it might involve TNA Wrestling stepping directly into AEW’s territory.
For the past six years, Impact Wrestling has had a steady home on Anthem’s AXS TV, as well as the TNA+ streaming service. But since the start of 2025, TNA President Carlos Silva has been shopping around for a new TV deal, hoping to give the company’s flagship show a bigger platform. Now, multiple reports suggest that new home could be on a network with WWE ties.
According to Jon Alba of The TakeDown on SI, TNA has explored moving Impact to a WWE-affiliated station — with The CW and A&E among the potential suitors. Both networks currently air WWE content, with The CW being the new home of NXT and A&E producing WWE documentary specials. Alba also notes that TNA officials are open to shifting Impact from its traditional Thursday night slot to Wednesdays, a direct clash with AEW Dynamite.
The time slot in question? Either 8–10 PM ET or 9–11 PM ET — the exact hours AEW has occupied on TNT since 2019. Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer and reporter Andrew Baydala have both backed up these reports.
Silva insists that any move wouldn’t be made purely to compete with AEW, but to act in TNA’s “best interests.” Still, the idea of WWE’s broadcast partners airing TNA programming — on the same night as AEW’s flagship — would be a major shake-up in the wrestling TV landscape.
Earlier this month, The CW was reported to have “legitimate interest” in adding TNA to its lineup, with some WWE stakeholders also reportedly in favor. Nothing has been finalized yet, and Silva says TNA’s current relationship with WWE remains limited to cross-promotional appearances and advertising.
One more wrinkle? There’s been chatter that Peacock could also make a play for TNA programming, especially now that WWE is set to leave the streamer for ESPN in the near future. If that happens, it could keep TNA in business with NBCUniversal while adding another layer to the ongoing TV shuffle.
Bottom line — if TNA jumps to Wednesdays, it could be the boldest scheduling move the company has made in years. Whether it’s The CW, A&E, or even Peacock, the next few months could redefine where and how fans watch Impact Wrestling.
With Emergence just 24 hours away, the Path to Bound For Glory continues! Don’t miss an all-new TNA iMPACT! this Thursday at 8/7c on TNA+ worldwide, Sportsnet 360 in Canada, and at 9/8c on AXS TV in the US.
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