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TNA Genesis 1/17/2026 (Results)

Quick Results:

COUNTDOWN TO TNA GENESIS 2026

  • Four-Way Match for the TNA International Championship: Stacks (c) defeated BDE, Eric Young, and KJ Orso to retain
  • Tessa Blanchard and Mila Moore (with Robert Stone and Victoria Crawford) defeated Indi Hartwell and Vicious Vicki Venuto by pinfall

MAIN CARD

  • A.J. Francis defeated Rich Swann by pinfall.
  • Mustafa Ali defeated Elijah by pinfall.
  • JDC’s Retirement Match: Eddie Edwards defeated JDC by pinfall.
  • Intergender Match: Ryan Nemeth defeated Mara Sadé by pinfall.
  • Singles Match for the TNA Knockouts World Championship: Léi Yǐng Lee (c) defeated Zaria
  • Tag Team Match for the TNA World Tag Team Championship: The Hardys — Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy (c) defeated The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch)
  • Three-Way Match: Joe Hendry defeated Cedric Alexander and Moose
  • Texas Death Match for the TNA World Championship (with Nic Nemeth as special guest referee): Mike Santana (c) defeated Frankie Kazarian

TNA Genesis 2026 delivered a packed night of action, blending championship stakes, storyline advancement, and a memorable farewell. From a chaotic Countdown pre-show to a violent Texas Death Match main event, the company gave fans plenty to talk about.

Countdown Pre-Show

TNA International Championship:
Stacks successfully defended his title in a four-way match against Eric Young, BDE, and KJ Orso. Santino Marella clearly intended to make life difficult for the champion, but Stacks once again proved his resilience. The challengers lit up the match with fast-paced offense, especially BDE and Orso, but the closing moments turned chaotic. After a rapid exchange of finishers, Stacks capitalized by dumping Young from the ring and stealing the pin to retain.

Backstage, Daria Rae confronted Santino over what she called emotionally driven decision-making. While Santino tried to justify the match as punishment for Stacks, he was forced to admit—albeit reluctantly—that the champion continues to rise above adversity.

Elsewhere, tensions brewed when Tessa Blanchard and the Diamond Collective disrespected locker room newcomer Vicious Vicki. Indi Hartwell stepped in, leading to a tag match later in the night.

Tessa Blanchard & Mila Moore def. Indi Hartwell & Vicious Vicki Venuto:
The heels controlled much of the contest by isolating Vicki, and outside interference proved decisive. Distractions from Robert Stone, Victoria Crawford, and members of the Elegance Brand kept Indi from helping her partner. Blanchard ultimately finished Vicki with a hammerlock DDT to secure the win.

Genesis Pay-Per-View

AJ Francis def. Rich Swann:
Francis set the tone early by attacking Swann before the bell, but Swann’s speed and creativity kept him competitive. The match featured several near-falls and counters, including dueling Styles Clash attempts. Outside interference from Top Dolla turned the tide, allowing Francis to land the Down Payment chokeslam for a hard-fought victory in an energetic opener.

Mustafa Ali def. Elijah:
Elijah battled not only Ali but the constant presence of Order 4. Despite multiple momentum shifts and a strong showing from Elijah, interference proved too much. After Tasha Steelz attempted to use Elijah’s guitar, Ali turned the weapon against him, scoring the pinfall in controversial fashion.

The Final Dance:
Eddie Edwards def. Johnny Dango Curtis
In Dango’s retirement match, the veteran delivered a serious, emotional performance. After an opening handshake, Dango briefly tried to catch Edwards off guard, but the match settled into a respectful, hard-hitting contest. Dango paid tribute to his career with classic offense, but Edwards ultimately needed a Die Hard Driver and three Boston Knee Parties to put his longtime rival away. The locker room joined Dango in the ring as the crowd showed its appreciation.

Ryan Nemeth def. Mara Sade:
A lighthearted bout saw Nemeth lean into underhanded tactics. Sade had brief flashes of offense, but Nemeth’s experience—and rule-bending—earned him the win.

Backstage segments continued the theme of questioning Santino Marella’s leadership, with Arianna Grace echoing earlier criticism and warning that emotional decisions could cost Santino his job.

Knockouts Championship:
Lei Ying Lee (c) def. Zaria
A physical, evenly matched title bout was briefly disrupted by a referee bump and ringside chaos involving the Elegance Brand. Once the dust settled, Lee countered Zaria’s power offense and landed the Warrior’s Way to retain. A respectful post-match moment was interrupted by Elayna Black, who made her intentions clear as the next challenger.

TNA World Tag Team Championship:
The Hardys (c) def. The Righteous
The champions came out aggressive, but The Righteous controlled long stretches, especially by targeting Matt Hardy. Miscommunication and a missed senton from Dutch opened the door for the Hardys to rally. A Twist of Fate and Swanton Bomb combo sealed the retention. Despite some cryptic words from Dutch afterward, the Hardys celebrated with the titles.

A video message from Leon Slater explained his absence due to visa issues. He thanked Joe Hendry for stepping up and promised future X-Division opportunities for Cedric Alexander and Moose.

Joe Hendry def. Cedric Alexander & Moose:
The triple threat was built around Moose fighting through a potential back injury, which TNA presented as serious. Alexander and Hendry briefly squared off while Moose was checked, but the powerhouse returned to the match. In the closing stretch, Moose’s injury backfired on him, allowing Hendry to capitalize and hit the Standing Ovation on Alexander for the win.

TNA World Championship – Texas Death Match:
Mike Santana (c) def. Frankie Kazarian
With Nic Nemeth as special guest referee, Santana and Kazarian engaged in a brutal, crowd-brawling war. Both men survived devastating table spots, barbed wire shots, and near finishes. Santana finally wrapped barbed wire around his arm to deliver the Spin the Block lariat, keeping Kazarian down for the full ten count.

After the match, Nemeth teased a cash-in with the Call Your Shot trophy, raising Santana’s hand before attempting to strike. Santana reacted first, dropping Nemeth with another lariat. With no official cash-in, Nemeth retained the trophy, and Santana closed the show standing tall as champion.

Backstage Update on Leon Slater’s TNA Absence and Surprise WWE SmackDown Appearance

Leon Slater has found himself at the center of a lot of buzz this week, and while his surprise appearance on WWE SmackDown turned heads, there’s now more clarity on why the TNA X-Division Champion has been pulled from multiple scheduled matches.

WWE had interest in featuring Slater during its ongoing European tour, which included SmackDown emanating from Wembley Stadium. Slater answered Carmelo Hayes’ open challenge for the United States Championship, giving the British standout a high-profile moment on WWE television. Although Slater didn’t walk away with the title, his performance reportedly left a strong impression backstage.

At the same time, fans noticed Slater’s sudden removal from upcoming TNA programming. He was initially advertised to defend the X-Division Championship against Myron Reed on the AMC debut of Thursday Night iMPACT, but that match was quietly scrapped. Shortly after, Reed and The Rascalz were announced as new signings with AEW, further fueling speculation.

Slater was also pulled from a major title defense at TNA Genesis on January 17, where he was set to face Cedric Alexander and Moose. That bout has since been changed, with Alexander and Moose now challenging Joe Hendry instead.

Given Slater’s crossover appearance on SmackDown, rumors quickly surfaced suggesting a working arrangement between WWE and TNA—possibly with Slater’s appearance being traded for AJ Styles showing up on iMPACT. However, according to Fightful Select, the situation is far less political and more logistical.

The report notes that Slater is one of several TNA talents currently dealing with visa issues. Because he was already back home in the UK, TNA opted to allow WWE to use him during their European tour rather than keep him sidelined entirely. During iMPACT, TNA officially addressed the situation in a backstage segment, announcing that Slater would miss Genesis due to those visa complications.

Before Friday’s SmackDown, Slater’s most recent WWE appearance came at NXT New Year’s Evil, where he suffered a loss to Oba Femi. Despite the crossover exposure, Slater remains under contract with TNA through the end of 2026.

While visa issues may have temporarily disrupted his TNA run, Slater’s recent WWE appearances have only elevated his profile. Once those matters are resolved, it’ll be interesting to see how TNA positions its X-Division Champion after gaining valuable experience on one of WWE’s biggest stages.

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

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

Killer Kelly Officially Parts Ways With TNA Wrestling After Contract Expiration

Another notable name is officially off the TNA Wrestling roster. According to a report from Fightful Select, Killer Kelly has departed the company following the expiration of her most recent contract.

Last month, there was optimism that Kelly and TNA officials were working toward a possible extension. However, those talks ultimately failed to produce a new deal. Fightful notes that Kelly has now “effectively left the company,” with no creative plans currently in place for her moving forward.

Kelly’s contract situation had been somewhat fluid. Her deal was originally expected to run through August 2025, but due to time missed while on maternity leave, an additional four months were added to the agreement. Even with that adjustment, the two sides were unable to come to terms on an extension.

The former Knockouts Tag Team Champion made her return to TNA television in June 2025, quickly reestablishing herself as a threat in the Knockouts division. She set her sights on then-champion Masha Slamovich, culminating in a chain match title challenge on TNA iMPACT. Despite the high-profile matchup, Kelly came up short in her bid to reclaim championship gold.

Kelly’s final in-ring appearance for TNA was taped on December 7, where she suffered a loss to Myla Grace on TNA Xplosion. Since then, she has been absent from programming, and this latest report now confirms her exit from the company.

As of now, there’s no word on what’s next for Killer Kelly. Whether she resurfaces in another major promotion or takes time away from the ring remains to be seen, but her availability is sure to attract interest across the industry.

News On WWE & TNA Partnership

The working relationship between WWE and TNA Wrestling doesn’t appear to be slowing down anytime soon. In fact, all signs point to the partnership becoming an even bigger part of the wrestling landscape over the next several years.

According to recent reports, WWE and TNA are planning to extend their current multi-year agreement through at least 2028. The two sides first began collaborating in early 2025, and what started as a bold experiment has quickly evolved into one of the most talked-about cross-promotional efforts in modern wrestling.

The results so far have been hard to ignore. Talent from both rosters have moved fluidly between companies, creating memorable moments that benefitted everyone involved. The Hardy Boyz making history by holding both the NXT and TNA Tag Team Championships was a major headline, while Joe Hendry stepping into a WrestleMania 41 spotlight opposite Randy Orton gave TNA unprecedented exposure on WWE’s biggest stage.

Other crossover matches have also helped legitimize the partnership. Moose challenging Ethan Page for the NXT North American Championship blurred brand lines even further, and Leon Slater reportedly turned heads backstage with his performance during John Cena’s farewell appearance at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

There was some recent speculation that TNA’s new television deal with AMC Networks could complicate matters. Instead, it appears to have done the opposite. TNA President Carlos Silva publicly confirmed that the WWE relationship remains intact and is expected to expand in 2026, easing concerns that the new media deal might force a change in direction.

According to Bodyslam+, both companies are extremely pleased with how the collaboration has played out. Internally, WWE and TNA reportedly view the partnership as a creative win that gives wrestlers fresh opportunities while keeping fans engaged with unexpected matchups and storylines.

Looking ahead, discussions are said to be ongoing regarding even deeper collaboration. Potential ideas include dual-branded events and possibly joint pay-per-view specials, which could push the partnership into uncharted territory as early as 2026.

With increased exposure for talent, growing fan interest, and strong business momentum on both sides, the WWE–TNA alliance is shaping up to be more than a short-term experiment. If plans hold, this partnership could remain a defining force in the wrestling industry for years to come.

Update On Short-Term TNA Talent Contracts

TNA Wrestling is heading into a hectic December as the promotion balances its upcoming AMC debut with ongoing roster business behind the scenes. Along with the push to raise its profile on a bigger platform, TNA is also in the process of reshaping parts of its roster through a series of short-term talent contracts.

According to Fightful Select, TNA has been working on multiple deals that are believed to run roughly three months in length. Progress has reportedly been made with at least two familiar names, as former International Champion Steve Maclin and former Digital Media Champion AJ Francis are both expected to remain with the company. While Maclin is said to have finalized his agreement, Francis has not officially signed yet, and the specific length of either deal has not been confirmed.

On the other hand, not everyone has locked things down. As of December 19, neither Jake Something nor Zachary Wentz had reached new agreements with TNA. Their current contracts are reportedly set to expire by the end of 2025.

Wentz remains active as part of The Rascalz, teaming with Trey Miguel, Myron Reed, and Dezmond Xavier. Notably, Xavier is said to be working without a contract since his return to TNA last month. Reed is also technically a free agent, though recent discussions between him and company officials suggest a potential deal could be on the horizon.

Jake Something has been a consistent presence in TNA dating back to the summer of 2023. While he has yet to capture championship gold, his steady role on the roster continues as his contract situation remains unresolved.

With TNA preparing for a major television milestone, the coming weeks could bring plenty of movement as the company looks to solidify its talent lineup.

Disgraced Former Knockouts World Champ Masha Slamovich Officially Exits TNA

As TNA Wrestling prepares for its big move to AMC early next year, the company has been sorting through a long list of talent contracts. One name that won’t be part of those renewal talks is former Knockouts World Champion Masha Slamovich, whose time with the promotion has officially come to an end.

Slamovich hasn’t been seen in a TNA ring since September, when she worked a six-woman tag match before abruptly disappearing from television. Her absence came after abuse allegations surfaced involving her relationship with fellow wrestler AKIRA. Slamovich publicly described the situation as “mutually destructive” and took responsibility for her role, but the fallout led the company to quietly sideline her.

According to Fightful Select, her contract has now expired and she’s no longer with the promotion. TNA’s roster page recently removed her profile—usually a telltale sign that a departure is finalized.

Slamovich originally joined TNA in 2019 and quickly became one of the division’s most physical and compelling performers. Her résumé includes a Knockouts World Championship reign from last October through July, along with two runs as Knockouts Tag Team Champion. After her final TNA match, she wrestled a few indie dates overseas, wrapping up with a bout in Austria on September 20, but she hasn’t appeared anywhere since.

With TNA’s AMC era looming, several wrestlers are reportedly working without deals while the promotion sorts out fresh contracts. Slamovich, however, won’t be part of that next chapter, officially closing the book on a once-promising run that ended under difficult circumstances.

TNA Announces Major TV Deal With AMC

After months of speculation and whispers across the wrestling world, TNA has officially locked in a major new television home — and it’s a huge step forward for the company. Beginning January 15, 2026, TNA’s flagship series will air live on AMC, confirming the long-running rumors linking the promotion with the network best known for prestige dramas and massive mainstream reach.

The newly rebranded “Thursday Night iMPACT” will keep its familiar two-hour slot, running 9–11 p.m. ET every Thursday, and will simulcast on the network’s streaming platform AMC+. The premiere episode will broadcast live from the Curtis Caldwell Center in Garland, Texas, just outside Dallas, marking TNA’s first major TV night under the AMC banner.

AMC’s Influence Already Showing

According to Sports Illustrated, TNA won’t waste any time expanding its footprint on the new network. The company has locked in TV tapings for January 22 and 23 in Albuquerque, New Mexico—a city closely tied to AMC thanks to powerhouse hits Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. The synergy is impossible to miss, and it’ll be interesting to see if AMC leans into that connection in its promotional push.

TNA is also gearing up for its Genesis pay-per-view in January, though details are still under wraps beyond the show taking place somewhere in the Dallas area.

What About TNA’s Relationship With WWE?

One of the biggest questions surrounding the move has been how it might impact TNA’s unprecedented working relationship with WWE. The cross-promotion has produced some major moments over the past few years, especially with NXT talent appearing in TNA rings and vice versa.

Writer Jon Alba reported on X that when he asked whether the partnership was wrapping up, his sources “adamantly denied” any such plans. So for now, fans can expect the inter-promotional door to remain wide open heading into 2026.

A Massive Jump in Visibility

Moving from AXS TV — which is owned by TNA’s parent company Anthem — to AMC gives the promotion a dramatic increase in reach. “Thursday Night iMPACT” is expected to land in roughly 60 million homes, more than double what was possible on AXS. For a company that’s been fighting to rebuild momentum, this exposure could be transformational.

With a bigger platform, a fresh name, and a major network backing them, TNA enters 2026 with more buzz than it’s had in years. If the product delivers, “Thursday Night iMPACT” could be the company’s biggest breakout opportunity in over a decade.

TNA’s Nic Nemeth Returned On Raw As Dolph Ziggler In ‘Last Time Is Now’ Tournament

In a surprise that lit up social media before the bell even rang, former TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth stepped back into WWE rings Monday night—only this time he re-embraced the persona fans know best: Dolph Ziggler. The longtime WWE standout returned on “Raw” as a mystery entrant in the “Last Time Is Now” tournament, a high-stakes bracket that will determine who gets the honor of facing John Cena in his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event.

But Ziggler’s comeback run hit a wall early, courtesy of Solo Sikoa.

After “Raw” GM Adam Pearce kept Sikoa’s opponent under wraps all night, Ziggler emerged to a huge reaction. Sikoa made his entrance with Talla Tonga at his side, though he wouldn’t end up needing any backup. Ziggler came out hot, trying to overwhelm Sikoa with quick strikes and a series of elbow drops as he looked to shake off any ring rust.

The former World Heavyweight Champion pushed the pace, even locking in an early submission attempt that forced Sikoa to scramble for the ropes. When the action spilled to the floor, Ziggler bounced Sikoa off the announce desk, giving himself a brief opening. Back inside, a top-rope elbow and the Blonde Ambition weren’t enough—Sikoa kicked out with authority each time.

Momentum shifted when Ziggler lined up for Sweet Chin Music. Sikoa caught the first attempt, but Ziggler still managed to land a clean shot moments later. The problem? It didn’t keep Sikoa down for long. As Ziggler tried to regain his balance, Sikoa blasted him with a devastating Samoan Spike, dropping the 19-year WWE veteran for the three-count.

With the win, Solo Sikoa advances in the tournament, inching closer to a potential showdown with John Cena. As for Ziggler, his WWE return created plenty of buzz—even if his run in the bracket ended just as quickly as it began.