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TNA Wrestling Announces New Amateur Wrestling Tournament Series (:30 Second Takedown) Coming To TNA+

TNA Wrestling has announced a new partnership that will bring amateur wrestling competition to TNA+, with the launch of “TNA’s :30 Second Takedown” following Bound For Glory 2026. The new tournament series will feature amateur wrestlers from across the United States competing in fast-paced 30-second matches, adding a unique combat sports element to TNA’s growing content lineup.

The promotion revealed that “TNA’s :30 Second Takedown” will premiere on Sunday, October 11, at 7 p.m. EST, immediately following TNA’s annual Bound For Glory pay-per-view event.

According to TNA, the tournament will showcase 32 amateur wrestlers competing in a single-elimination format where every second counts. Participants will have just 30 seconds to score a takedown and establish control of their opponent in order to advance to the next round.

How TNA’s :30 Second Takedown Will Work

TNA outlined the rules for the competition in its announcement.

Matchups will be determined by a shuffled deck of cards. Two names will be selected at random, and those competitors will immediately step onto the mat. From there, they will have only 30 seconds to secure a takedown and establish control.

The winner advances in the tournament, while the loser is eliminated.

As described by TNA:

“A deck of cards is shuffled, then two cards are pulled, revealing two names. Those two athletes step on the mat and have 30 seconds to take down their opponent and establish control. The winner advances. The loser goes home.”

First Competitors Announced

While the full field has not yet been revealed, TNA has confirmed several competitors for the tournament, including:

  • Justin Grant (McDoubles Wrestling)
  • Brandon Murray (Cyclone Regional Training Center)
  • Jake Marlin (Team Marlin Wrestling Club)

Additional participants are expected to be announced in the coming months.

Production Team Revealed

TNA also announced key figures involved with the project.

George Veras, executive producer for TNA Wrestling, will oversee television production for the series. Meanwhile, Rich Christensen, creator of the popular motorsports television series PINKS, has been named host of the tournament.

TNA Expands Its Content Offering

The launch of TNA’s :30 Second Takedown marks another step in TNA Wrestling’s efforts to broaden its programming beyond traditional professional wrestling. By introducing a tournament centered on amateur wrestling competition, TNA is aiming to attract both wrestling fans and combat sports audiences with a format built around speed, strategy, and high-pressure competition.

The inaugural season of TNA’s :30 Second Takedown is set to debut on TNA+ immediately following Bound For Glory 2026 on October 11.

Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 7/30/2026

Thursday Night iMPACT! LIVE tonight at 9/8c on AMC from the The Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

  • TNA International Championship Match: Mustafa Ali (c) vs. Jason Hotch
  • TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship Match: DemonXBunny (c) vs. The Elegance Brand
  • TNA Knockouts Television Title Tournament Match: Jada Stone vs. Jody Threat
  • TNA Knockouts Television Title Tournament Match: Indi Hartwell vs. NXT’s Thea Hail
  • Leon Slater & Ricky Sosa vs. The System Cedric Alexander & Eddie Edwards
  • We’ll hear from The Hardys
  • We’ll hear from KC Navarro

Update On TNA Contract Status Of Mara Sadé

Mara Sadé‘s future in professional wrestling appears to be up in the air following reports that her contract with TNA Wrestling has expired.

According to Fightful Select, sources close to Sadé have indicated that she is now a free agent after her TNA deal recently came to an end. While an exact expiration date has not been disclosed, the report notes that discussions between Sade and TNA regarding a potential new contract are ongoing.

At the same time, Sade is reportedly exploring other opportunities and has been in contact with additional wrestling promotions.

TNA Status Remains Unclear

Despite her contract situation, Sade has continued to be featured in TNA programming in recent weeks.

Her most recent appearance came during TNA’s television tapings in Albany, where she advanced in the tournament to crown the inaugural TNA Women’s Television Champion. However, it remains unclear whether she is involved in this week’s tapings in Philadelphia, including Thursday night’s live episode of TNA Impact.

With negotiations reportedly still taking place, her status with the company remains one of the more intriguing situations to watch in the Knockouts division.

From WWE NXT To TNA

Before arriving in TNA, Sade was known to WWE fans as Jakara Jackson.

During her time in NXT, she was a member of the popular Meta-Four faction alongside Lash Legend, Noam Dar, and Oro Mensah. Jackson frequently teamed with Legend and was featured in several high-profile matches during her run with the developmental brand.

One of the most notable moments of her WWE career came at Crown Jewel 2024, where she and Legend competed in a Fatal Four-Way Match for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships.

Sade was released by WWE in April 2025 and signed with TNA just two months later, quickly becoming a regular presence in the Knockouts division.

Multiple Options Available

At just over a year removed from her WWE departure, Sade now finds herself in a position with several possible paths forward.

TNA remains a potential landing spot if the two sides can agree on a new contract, but her reported conversations with other promotions suggest she may be weighing all available options before making a decision.

Given her television experience in both WWE and TNA, Sade could attract interest from several major companies looking to strengthen their women’s divisions.

For now, her future remains undecided, but the former NXT standout has officially become one of the more notable free agents currently available on the wrestling market.

Sade’s contract situation will be worth monitoring in the coming weeks, especially as TNA continues to reshape its roster and other promotions look to add experienced talent to their women’s divisions.

Victoria Crawford (FKA Alicia Fox) Reportedly Parts Ways With TNA Wrestling

Another name has reportedly been added to the growing list of departures from TNA Wrestling.

According to information obtained by the Wrestling Observer, Victoria Crawford, known to many WWE fans as former Divas Champion Alicia Fox, has been released by TNA effective immediately.

In a statement attributed to the company, TNA confirmed the separation and wished Crawford success moving forward.

The report did not specify whether Crawford requested her release or whether the decision was made solely by the promotion.

Short-Lived Run In TNA

Crawford joined TNA in the spring of 2025 and quickly aligned herself with Tessa Blanchard and Mila Moore. The trio eventually formed a group known as the Diamond Collective and became a fixture within the Knockouts division.

One of the group’s biggest opportunities came at Final Resolution in December when Crawford and Moore challenged The IInspiration for the Knockouts World Tag Team Championships. Despite coming up short in their title bid, the Diamond Collective remained active on TNA Impact, picking up several victories in six-woman tag team competition.

Their final appearance as a unit took place on the April 30 episode of Impact, where they faced Rosemary, Mara Sade, and the returning Allie.

Changes Within The Group

The Diamond Collective has seen significant changes in recent months.

Tessa Blanchard exited TNA in June after deciding to focus her efforts on CMLL, effectively ending her involvement with the faction. Crawford’s departure now leaves Mila Moore as the lone remaining member of the group.

Moore has already moved in a different direction on television, joining Mustafa Ali’s Order 4 faction and taking on the role of Secretary of Strategic Affairs within the group.

Crawford’s final match for TNA reportedly took place on May 14, when she teamed with Moore against Rosemary and Allie.

What’s Next For Crawford?

At this point, Crawford has not publicly announced her next move in professional wrestling.

However, her social media activity suggests she intends to remain active within the industry. The former WWE Divas Champion has recently promoted her availability for wrestling matches, seminars, convention appearances, podcast interviews, and other wrestling-related bookings.

With nearly two decades of experience on the national stage and a recognizable name built through her WWE career, Crawford is likely to attract interest from independent promotions and international organizations alike.

As TNA continues to reshape its roster in 2026, Crawford becomes the latest veteran talent to move on from the company, leaving fans wondering where she will surface next.

Crawford’s departure marks another notable change for TNA’s women’s division, and her next move will be worth watching as the veteran performer explores new opportunities across the wrestling landscape.

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 7/23/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! tonight at 9/8c on AMC.

  • TNA World Championship Match: Nic Nemeth (c) vs. K.C. Navarro
  • The Righteous Deletion TNA World Tag Team Championship Match: The Hardys c) (vs. The Righteous
  • TNA Knockouts TV Title Tournament Match:Elayna Black vs. Wendy Choo
  • TNA Knockouts TV Title Tournament Match:Jada Stone vs. Alisha Edwards
  • Moose & Elijah vs. A.J. Francis & Frankie Kazarian
  • We’ll hear from The System

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 7/16/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! tonight at 9/8c on AMC.

  • TNA X-Division Championship Match: Cedric Alexander (c) vs. Fabian Aichner
  • Knockouts TV Championship Tournament First-Round Match: Thea Hail vs. Harley Hudson
  • Knockouts TV Championship Tournament First-Round Match: M By Elegance vs. Rosemary
  • Moose vs. AJ Francis
  • Ricky Sosa vs. Bear Bronson
  • Mustafa Ali’s State of the Order 4 address

Report: Eric Young Granted Release From TNA, Expected To Join WWE NXT In Player-Coach Role

TNA announced on Wednesday that they granted veteran star Eric Young his release from the company. Young may already have his next destination lined up.

Initial reports suggested Young had been working under a short-term agreement, but the former TNA World Champion quickly disputed that claim, stating that he had been under a “binding contract the entire time.”

While Young’s future has not been officially confirmed, new reports indicate that a return to WWE is expected.

Speaking on the latest edition of Wrestling Observer Radio, Bryan Alvarez noted that Young’s next move remains unclear publicly, though WWE is widely viewed as the likely landing spot. Dave Meltzer added that WWE officials have discussed a role for Young that would mirror the position currently held by Shawn Spears in NXT.

“He’ll be on NXT as a player/coach is what I was told,” Meltzer said. “I heard September, but that could be wrong, but it was from people in WWE. But yeah, player/coach in NXT is the current plan for him.”

The report suggests Young would both wrestle and help mentor younger talent within WWE’s developmental system.

Young is no stranger to WWE. He originally joined the company in 2016 and became a featured performer in NXT before later moving to the main roster as part of the Sanity faction. His first WWE run came to an end in 2020 when he was released during the wave of talent cuts that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.

He briefly returned to WWE in 2022 and was reportedly set to be part of television plans. However, Young requested his release before making an on-screen return following Vince McMahon’s return to the company. Reports at the time indicated that Young signed a non-disclosure agreement as part of his departure.

After leaving WWE, Young returned to TNA Wrestling, where he resumed his role as one of the promotion’s most recognizable veterans. During his career, he has captured the TNA World Championship twice and remained a key figure both on-screen and behind the scenes.

If the reported plans come to fruition, Young would bring decades of experience back to WWE while helping develop the next generation of NXT talent. Neither WWE nor Young has publicly confirmed the move at this time.

Mike Santana Reportedly Finished With TNA Following Slammiversary Title Loss

Mike Santana’s future appears to be coming into focus following his loss at TNA Slammiversary, as a new report indicates the former TNA World Heavyweight Champion has wrapped up his run with the promotion.

According to PWInsider Elite, Santana’s appearance at Slammiversary was his final commitment with TNA. The report states that he is not scheduled for this week’s Impact television tapings in Albany, New York, and is currently considered finished with the company.

The news comes just days after Santana lost the TNA World Heavyweight Championship to Nic Nemeth in the main event of Slammiversary. While championship changes are often part of the normal wrestling cycle, the timing of the loss immediately fueled speculation regarding Santana’s contract status and long-term future.

With Santana now reportedly done with TNA, attention has quickly shifted toward a potential move to WWE. The company has shown interest in Santana in the past, and he made several appearances on WWE NXT programming during TNA’s ongoing partnership with WWE.

Despite the rumors, the report notes that there is currently no confirmation that Santana has signed with WWE. It also remains unclear whether he could appear on NXT television in the immediate future. Santana himself declined to discuss his plans when questioned prior to Slammiversary, stating that his focus remained solely on his title defense against Nemeth.

Santana first gained national recognition in TNA as one half of LAX alongside longtime partner Ortiz. The duo later signed with AEW in 2019, making a memorable debut at All Out by attacking both The Young Bucks and The Lucha Brothers.

During their AEW run, Santana and Ortiz became key members of The Inner Circle, led by Chris Jericho. Although the team enjoyed several high-profile feuds, they never captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship. A real-life falling out eventually led to the partnership ending, and Santana departed AEW in March 2024.

Shortly after leaving AEW, Santana returned to TNA and quickly reestablished himself as a singles star. His resurgence culminated at Bound for Glory 2025, where he defeated Trick Williams to capture the TNA World Heavyweight Championship.

While his next destination remains unknown, Santana’s reported departure marks the end of a successful second run with TNA and opens the door for what could be one of the more intriguing free-agent stories in professional wrestling.

TNA Slammiversary 2026 Results

TNA Wrestling presented Slammiversary 2026 on June 28, featuring multiple championship matches, a pair of Hall of Fame announcements, and an emotional tribute to the late Joe Doering. By the end of the night, several titles had changed hands, including the TNA World Championship.

Here are the full results and highlights from the event.

Countdown to Slammiversary Results

Elayna Black def. Mara Sade and Indi Hartwell

The pre-show kicked off with a fast-paced three-way match featuring Elayna Black, Mara Sade, and Indi Hartwell.

Sade nearly secured the victory after planting Black with a powerbomb, but Hartwell interrupted the pin attempt. After a series of counters and high-impact offense from all three competitors, Black capitalized on an opening and connected with a double-arm DDT on Sade to score the win.

Winner: Elayna Black

TNA Introduces New Knockouts Television Championship

Traci Brooks appeared during the Countdown show to unveil a brand-new championship for the Knockouts division.

The newly introduced TNA Knockouts Television Championship will be defended exclusively on TNA Impact, with the inaugural champion set to be crowned through a 16-woman tournament.

Ricky Sosa def. Eric Young

Ricky Sosa continued to build momentum with an upset victory over veteran Eric Young.

Young controlled portions of the match with his experience and power, but Sosa battled back with a series of aerial attacks before finishing Young off with the Blue Thunder Bang.

Winner: Ricky Sosa

TNA Slammiversary 2026 Main Card Results

Before the opening match, TNA paid tribute to the late Joe Doering with a ten-bell salute. Cody Deaner addressed the crowd afterward, honoring Doering’s loyalty, passion, and strength while encouraging the locker room to put on a memorable show in his honor.

TNA X-Division Championship – Ultimate X Match

Cedric Alexander (c) def. Leon Slater, Frankie Kazarian, Mr. Elegance, Fabian Aichner, KC Navarro, and Amazing Red

The annual Ultimate X spectacle delivered another chaotic showcase of athleticism.

Amazing Red dazzled with multiple Code Reds, while Fabian Aichner impressed with a springboard crossbody onto Frankie Kazarian suspended from the cables. Leon Slater appeared moments away from victory after pulling down the championship, but because his feet had not touched the mat, the match remained active.

As Slater dangled with the title, Cedric Alexander seized the opportunity and ripped the championship away to retain.

Winner and Still TNA X-Division Champion: Cedric Alexander

Following the match, Kazarian revealed that Amazing Red will be inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame at Bound For Glory.

Elijah def. AJ Francis

Stipulation: Winner receives rights to Elijah’s music and likeness.

AJ Francis entered with Expressions at ringside and nearly secured the victory after hitting a Styles Clash.

Elijah fought back, neutralized Expressions with a guitar shot, and stunned the crowd with a rope-walking destroyer before earning the pinfall victory.

Winner: Elijah

TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship

Rosemary & Allie def. Elegance Brand (c)

Rosemary and Allie captured tag team gold after overcoming interference from the Elegance Brand entourage.

The finish saw the champions’ offense backfire before Allie connected with a Codebreaker and Rosemary followed up with a Scorpion Death Drop for the victory.

Winners and NEW Knockouts World Tag Team Champions: Rosemary & Allie

TNA International Championship

Mustafa Ali (c) def. Rich Swann and Uhaa Nation

Mustafa Ali’s open challenge turned into a triple threat match after Santino Marella introduced Rich Swann and Uhaa Nation (aka Apollo Crews) as surprise challengers.

Uhaa Nation showcased his strength throughout the contest, while Swann dazzled with his trademark agility. Outside interference once again aided Ali when Agent Zero neutralized Nation at ringside.

Ali capitalized on the chaos and countered a handspring attack from Swann into a backslide pin to retain.

Winner and Still TNA International Champion: Mustafa Ali

No Surrender Match

Moose def. Eddie Edwards

This deeply personal rivalry escalated into one of the most intense matches of the night.

With victory only possible by forcing an opponent’s corner to throw in the towel, both men pushed the limits. The match took a disturbing turn when Eddie Edwards involved Moose’s family, threatening his son after already attacking Moose’s wife.

The distraction backfired, however, as Moose’s son delivered a low blow to Edwards. Moose recovered, unleashed a barrage of spears, and appeared ready to inflict even more punishment before Alisha Edwards finally threw in the towel.

Winner: Moose

After the match, Moose and JDC continued the assault, sending both Eddie and Alisha Edwards crashing through a table.

TNA Knockouts World Championship

Xia Brookside def. Lei Ying Lee (c)

Lei Ying Lee entered as champion but was unable to overcome Xia Brookside’s strategy of targeting her injured leg.

After a competitive battle, Lee found herself in trouble when an exposed turnbuckle came into play. Brookside capitalized, sending Lee into the exposed steel before planting her with a lifting DDT for the victory.

Winner and NEW Knockouts World Champion: Xia Brookside

TNA World Tag Team Championship Ladder Match

The Hardys def. The System (c), The Righteous, and The Great Hands

One of the wildest matches of the evening featured ladders, tables, and even a barbed-wire-covered “Wicked Garden” ladder brought to ringside by The Righteous.

The match featured numerous high-risk moments, including Bear Bronson driving Vincent onto the dangerous ladder and Jeff Hardy hitting a Swanton Bomb onto opponents laid out on a ladder.

After clearing the ring, Matt and Jeff Hardy climbed the ladder and retrieved the titles.

Winners and NEW TNA World Tag Team Champions: The Hardys

Konnan Announced for TNA Hall of Fame

Another Hall of Fame announcement took place during the broadcast, with TNA confirming that wrestling legend Konnan will join the TNA Hall of Fame.

TNA World Championship

Nic Nemeth def. Mike Santana (c)

The main event saw Mike Santana defend the TNA World Championship against Nic Nemeth.

Santana dominated early, but the momentum shifted when Nic used the Call Your Shot trophy as a weapon after Ryan Nemeth’s attempted involvement created a distraction.

The champion battled through significant punishment and blood loss, even kicking out at one after a series of superkicks. However, the damage eventually caught up with him.

As Santana attempted to mount one final comeback, he collapsed from exhaustion and injury. Nemeth immediately capitalized by delivering the Danger Zone to score the decisive pinfall.

Winner and NEW TNA World Champion: Nic Nemeth

Following the match, Nemeth celebrated his championship victory with champagne as Slammiversary came to a close.

TNA Slammiversary 2026 Results

  • Elayna Black def. Mara Sade and Indi Hartwell
  • Ricky Sosa def. Eric Young
  • Cedric Alexander (c) def. Leon Slater, Frankie Kazarian, Mr. Elegance, Fabian Aichner, KC Navarro, and Amazing Red – Ultimate X Match
  • Elijah def. AJ Francis
  • Rosemary & Allie def. Elegance Brand (c) – NEW Knockouts World Tag Team Champions
  • Mustafa Ali (c) def. Rich Swann and Uhaa Nation – TNA International Championship
  • Moose def. Eddie Edwards – No Surrender Match
  • Xia Brookside def. Lei Ying Lee (c) – NEW Knockouts World Champion
  • The Hardys def. The System (c), The Righteous, and The Great Hands – NEW TNA World Tag Team Champions
  • Nic Nemeth def. Mike Santana (c) – NEW TNA World Champion

Slammiversary 2026 proved to be a night of major changes for TNA Wrestling. Nic Nemeth captured the TNA World Championship, The Hardys added another tag team title reign to their legendary careers, Xia Brookside reached the top of the Knockouts division, and TNA unveiled a new championship for its growing women’s roster. Combined with the emotional tribute to Joe Doering and two Hall of Fame announcements, the event delivered one of the best nights of the year for the promotion.

TNA Slammiversary 6/28/2026 (Card)

TNA Slammiversary – Sunday June 28, 2026 – Agganis Arena in Boston, Massachusetts – 4pm ET – Pre-Show 3pm ET

CARD

  • TNA World Championship Match: Mike Santana (c) vs. Nic Nemeth
  • TNA Knockouts World Championship Match: Lei Ying Lee (c) vs. Xia Brookside
  • TNA X-Division Championship Ultimate X Match: Cedric Alexander (c) vs. Leon Slater vs. Frankie Kazarian vs. Amazing Red vs. K.C. Navarro vs. Mr. Elegance vs. Fabian Aichner
  • TNA World Tag Team Championship Ladder Match: The System (Brian Myers & Bear Bronson) (c) vs. The Hardys vs. The Righteous vs. The Great Hands
  • TNA Knockouts world Tag Team Championship: The Elegance Brand (c) vs. Rosemary & Allie
  • No Surrender Match: Eddie Edwards w/Alicia Edwards vs. Moose w/JDC
  • Eric Young vs. Ricky Sosa
  • TNA International Championship Match: Mustafa Ali (c) vs. TBA (rumored to be Apollo Crews)