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Former TNA Star Sami Callihan Reportedly Working Behind the Scenes in AEW

Sami Callihan’s next chapter in professional wrestling may already be underway.

After departing TNA Wrestling in June 2026, the former TNA World Champion has reportedly been spending time backstage at recent AEW events. While there is currently no indication that Callihan has signed an official contract with All Elite Wrestling, multiple reports suggest he has been involved in a production capacity at several recent television tapings.

According to Bodyslam.net, Callihan was present backstage for AEW’s Beach Break edition of Dynamite on July 8, as well as the July 11 episode of Collision in Roanoke, Virginia. He was also reportedly part of the production team during AEW’s television tapings in Boston on July 15 and July 16.

Sources within AEW indicated that Callihan’s role has primarily been that of a backstage producer. The position is familiar territory for the veteran performer, who handled a variety of responsibilities during his time in TNA beyond his in-ring work.

Despite his recent involvement, reports state that Callihan is not currently under contract with AEW. Details regarding the nature of the arrangement remain unclear, and it is unknown whether he is working under a temporary agreement or simply assisting the company on a trial basis.

The situation has drawn comparisons to Chris Hero’s path into AEW. Hero initially worked backstage as a producer before eventually securing a full-time role with the promotion after what was viewed as an evaluation period.

Callihan’s extensive experience outside the ring could make him a valuable asset for AEW. During his tenure with TNA, he contributed to several areas of the company’s operations, including marketing, merchandise, and the production of pre-recorded segments. His experience running Wrestling REVOLVER has also given him firsthand knowledge of event planning and creative development.

Ironically, Callihan reportedly believed he was in line for a larger creative role within TNA following Tommy Dreamer’s departure from the company earlier this year. Instead, the phone call he expected to bring a promotion delivered different news, as he was informed that TNA would not be renewing his contract.

Whether these recent AEW appearances lead to a permanent position remains to be seen, but Callihan’s growing presence backstage suggests he may already be making an impression within the company.

Sami Callihan Fired From TNA Wrestling Following Behind-the-Scenes Shakeup

Sami Callihan’s time with TNA Wrestling has officially come to an end.

Callihan revealed on Wednesday that he has been released by the company, bringing an end to a tenure that saw him contribute both on-screen and behind the scenes in a variety of roles.

According to Callihan, he was expecting a phone call regarding a possible promotion within TNA’s creative structure. Instead, he received news that the company was moving in a different direction and that his employment was being terminated.

The departure comes during a period of significant change within TNA, which has recently seen several roster exits and major shifts behind the scenes, including Tommy Dreamer’s departure from the creative team.

Fightful Select reports that Callihan was highly regarded throughout the organization. Sources within both the talent roster and company staff reportedly viewed him as a respected figure, and several wrestlers had been advocating for months to see him become more involved with the creative process.

Beyond his work as a performer, Callihan had taken on a number of important backstage responsibilities. He served as both an agent and producer and was considered a popular presence within the locker room.

His influence also extended into TNA’s business operations. Following his retirement from active in-ring competition, Callihan became heavily involved in the company’s marketing efforts. He reportedly played a major role in revitalizing TNA’s merchandise department and was responsible for designing and producing much of the company’s merchandise over the last year.

The combination of creative, production, and marketing duties made Callihan one of the promotion’s more versatile behind-the-scenes contributors.

While his TNA chapter has come to a close, Callihan is not expected to be away from wrestling for long. He remains the driving force behind Pro Wrestling Revolver, the independent promotion he founded, and will continue overseeing and producing events for the company.

Given the positive reputation he reportedly held backstage, it will be interesting to see whether another major promotion looks to utilize Callihan’s experience in a creative or production role in the future.

For now, TNA continues to undergo significant organizational changes, with Callihan becoming the latest notable name to exit the company during a busy and transformative period.

Sami Callihan On How Former WWE Star Ronda Rousey Ended Up On Wrestling Revolver

It wasn’t even a month ago that Ronda Rousey hinted towards retiring from pro wrestling, something that seemed pretty apparent following a loss to Shayna Bazler at WWE SummerSlam, which all but ended her WWE career. But things have changed over the last few weeks, with Rousey working a Lucha VaVoom show on October 26, and accepting a booking on November 16 for Sami Callihan’s Wrestling Revolver promotion, which is running their event, UNREAL, in Los Angeles, California.

Appearing on “Busted Open Radio” on Wednesday, Callihan was asked about Rousey’s appearance, which will see her team with AEW star, and long-time friend, Marina Shafir. According to Callihan, Rousey’s appearance on the show almost happened by happenstance and was motivated by Rousey looking to do something for a good cause.

“I fell into that one,” Callihan said. “I’m not going to take credit for that, that it’s some mastermind plan that I went ‘You know what, this is going to be the thing. We’re going to run LA on only two and a half weeks’ notice.’ No, it’s something I fell into, because of my relationships with other people, and people putting myself over [to] Ronda. ‘This is a guy you want to work with. This is a guy we want to do this with.'”

“Ronda wanted to do this for charity. She wants to do something for the Hawaiian relief fun. Her husband is from Hawaii, and this is a charity she holds very near and dear to her heart. As soon as it was brought up to me, I was like, ‘Absolutely. That is something I want to be involved with because that money will actually go to help people.'”

Source: Wrestling Inc. credit “Busted Open Radio”

Sami Callihan Is Reportedly Leaving Impact Wrestling

Sami Callihan’s contract with Impact Wrestling will be expiring in one week.

PWInsider is reporting that Callihan is expected to be leaving the company. Multiple sources have confirmed that Callihan will be exiting the promotion when his contract expires on September 30th. It is said that Saturday night’s Impact Wrestling TV tapings in Memphis, TN marked the end of Callihan’s current run with the company. The departure is said to be amicable.

Callihan will become a free agent on October 1st, and there is said to be interest in him from several companies. Some of those companies are interested in his on-screen talents while others are interested in having him work as a producer/agent.

Sami Callihan Injured At Impact TV Tapings

Sami Callihan actually suffered multiple injuries at Saturday’s Impact Wrestling tapings.

Callihan suffered a broken ankle at the tapings, and will likely be out of action until the spring of 2022 following surgery.

PWInsider has confirmed that Callihan suffered the broken ankle, and revealed that he also broke the tibia and fibia bones in his left leg.

Callihan underwent surgery in Nashville and was released from the hospital today. He is now expected to be out of action until the middle of 2022 at the earliest.

The injury came while Callihan was doing a suicide dive from the ring to the floor. There is still no word on who he was wrestling, or if the match will air during an upcoming Impact TV episode.

Callihan was supposed to reunite with Jon Moxley as the Switchblades and face the reunited Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards (The Wolves) on October 30 for The Wrestling Revolver’s “Tales From The Ring” event in Clive, Iowa. No word yet if the match will still take place with a replacement for Callihan.

Sami Callihan Re-Signs With Impact Wrestling

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Wrestling Inc. confirms that Sami Callihan has signed a new multi-year deal with IMPACT Wrestling. Wrestling Inc. also reports that more signings are expected this week including a former Impact Wrestling Champion.

Callihan made his Impact Wrestling debut on November 5, 2017, at Bound for Glory. He has since gone on to be named Impact Wrestling’s 2018 Wrestler of The Year. He also won the 2018 Impact Wrestling Moment of The Year award, for smashing Eddie Edwards in the face with his baseball bat.

Currently, Callihan leads oVe on Impact Wrestling TV and is attempting to bring Rich Swann into their ranks. His last Impact PPV match saw him picking up a victory over Swann’s friend, Willie Mack. For those who are interested, we are told that Callihan re-signing with Impact will not affect his ability to work with MLW.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WATCH: Eddie Edwards Gets BLASTED IN THE FACE With Baseball Bat On Impact Wrestling

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The footage of Eddie Edwards being accidentally hit in the face with a baseball bat aired this week on Impact Wrestling and it was just as brutal as it sounded.

Edwards defeated Sami Callihan during Thursday night’s episode — which was filmed in January — however, a post-match attack ensued and the oVe wrestler tossed a chair into the ring.

Callihan then sat the chair on Edwards and attempted to hit it with a bat, but swung too hard and smacked Eddie in the face.

The former TNA World champ revealed afterward that he suffered a few broken bones.

Watch the scary footage below:

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet