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Avery Styles Officially Signs With TNA Wrestling At Lockdown

A familiar last name is officially joining the TNA Wrestling roster.

During TNA Lockdown 2026, Avery Styles, the son of TNA legend and WWE superstar AJ Styles, announced that he has officially signed with the promotion.

The Phenomenal Son Arrives In TNA

The announcement took place during the Lockdown pay-per-view when Avery was introduced by Gia Miller.

Standing in front of the TNA audience, Avery reflected on his father’s historic connection to the company before revealing his decision to sign.

Avery explained that TNA played a major role in helping AJ Styles become one of the most successful wrestlers of his generation and believes the promotion can do the same for him as he begins his own career.

“The fans know what TNA means to AJ, and AJ wouldn’t be what he is today without TNA. Avery won’t become who he will be without TNA, so he officially signed with the company.”

Following In His Father’s Footsteps

AJ Styles remains one of the most influential stars in TNA history.

During his time with the promotion, Styles became a multi-time world champion and was widely regarded as the face of the company throughout much of the 2000s and early 2010s. His success in TNA helped launch a career that later saw him become a global star in NJPW and WWE.

Now, Avery Styles will attempt to carve out his own path while carrying one of the most recognizable names in professional wrestling.

Frankie Kazarian Offers A Warning

The celebration was briefly interrupted by TNA veteran Frankie Kazarian, who welcomed Avery to the company but also offered some advice.

Kazarian warned the newcomer that the TNA locker room is filled with challenges and people who cannot always be trusted, while suggesting that Avery could rely on him if needed.

The interaction hinted that Avery’s arrival could quickly place him in the middle of ongoing storylines.

New Generation Of The Styles Legacy

With his signing now official, Avery becomes part of a growing wave of second-generation wrestlers making their mark across the industry.

While expectations will naturally be high due to his father’s accomplishments, Avery now has the opportunity to establish his own identity in the same company where AJ Styles became a household name.

His first official match and future plans have not yet been announced, but TNA has added another intriguing young talent to its roster.

For now, the Phenomenal Son’s journey is officially underway.

TNA Lockdown 2026 Results

TNA Wrestling presented Lockdown 2026 on Thursday night, featuring multiple championship matches inside the steel cage, the return of Kiera Hogan, title changes, Avery Styles signing, and a major Bound For Glory challenge to close the show.

The Righteous Defeat Rich Swann & BDE On Countdown Show

The Lockdown pre-show featured tag team action as The Righteous continued their attempts to recruit BDE.

Rich Swann mounted a late comeback and BDE nearly secured the victory after connecting with a springboard cutter, but Dutch and Vincent regained control. After Dutch neutralized Swann on the outside, Vincent put BDE away with Orange Sunshine.

Winners: The Righteous

Trey Miguel Hands Agent Zero First Singles Loss

Trey Miguel entered wearing Spider-Man-inspired gear and used his speed to counter Agent Zero’s power throughout the match.

Zero appeared to have the bout won after catching Trey and setting up a power move, but Miguel escaped and scored a surprise roll-up to hand Agent Zero his first singles defeat in TNA.

Winner: Trey Miguel

TNA Lockdown 2026 Main Card Results

AJ Francis Defeats Elijah In Final Encore Match

The opening match saw AJ Francis battle Elijah inside the steel cage.

The two men delivered a number of memorable moments, including a superplex from the top of the cage. Elijah appeared close to victory, but interference from Expressions shifted momentum. Francis eventually connected with a chokeslam to secure the win.

Following the match, Elijah got some revenge by smashing a guitar over Francis’ head.

Winner: AJ Francis

Kiera Hogan Returns, Helps Allie Retain Knockouts Tag Team Titles

Before the match, Allie revealed that Rosemary had not been heard from and introduced a mystery partner to help defend the Knockouts Tag Team Championships.

That partner turned out to be the returning Kiera Hogan.

Despite interference from the Elegance Brand, Hogan scored the deciding pinfall after connecting with a swinging fisherman neckbreaker while Heather was trapped outside the cage.

Winners: Allie & Kiera Hogan (retain the Knockouts Tag Team Championship)

Frankie Kazarian Escapes Moose To Win

Frankie Kazarian and Moose met in an Escape the Cage Match.

Moose focused on punishment while Kazarian repeatedly looked for opportunities to escape. After a back-and-forth contest that included a Spanish Fly near the top of the cage, Kazarian used an eye poke before Moose speared him through the ropes and out the cage door.

Because Kazarian hit the floor first, he was declared the winner.

Winner: Frankie Kazarian

Xia Brookside Retains Knockouts Championship

Xia Brookside successfully defended the Knockouts Championship against hometown favorite Elayna Black.

The match turned physical early, with Brookside targeting Black’s face and leaving the challenger bloodied. Black nearly captured the title after hitting her double-underhook neckbreaker, but Brookside survived.

Moments later, the champion threw powder into Black’s eyes before rolling her up for the victory.

Winner: Xia Brookside (retains the Knockouts Championship)

Mustafa Ali Wins TNA International Championship

Jason Hotch defended the TNA International Championship against former ally Mustafa Ali in one of the most emotional matches of the night.

With Hotch’s wife and daughter watching from ringside, both men endured a brutal battle that included dives from the top of the cage and table spots. Ali repeatedly targeted Hotch emotionally, even taking a toy from Hotch’s daughter.

After surviving a flying double stomp from the top of the cage, Ali connected with two 450 splashes to finally put Hotch away and capture the championship.

Winner: Mustafa Ali (wins the TNA International Championship)

Avery Styles Signs With TNA

In a backstage segment, Avery Styles, the son of TNA Legend and WWE Hall of Famer The phenomenal AJ Styles, officially signed with TNA Wrestling.

Frankie Kazarian interrupted the signing and offered advice to the newest member of the roster, warning him about the challenges ahead.

Leon Slater Wins X-Division Championship

Cedric Alexander defended the X-Division Championship against Leon Slater in a Last Man Standing Match.

The two competitors punished each other throughout the contest with a variety of high-impact moves. In the closing moments, Slater delivered three consecutive Lumbar Checks followed by a Swanton 450.

Alexander was unable to answer the referee’s ten-count.

Winner: Leon Slater (wins the X-Division Championship)

The System Wins Lethal Lockdown

The System’s Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Bear Bronson, and Alisha Edwards faced Ricky Sosa, KC Navarro, Fabian Aichner, and Jada Stone in Lethal Lockdown.

The match featured numerous weapon spots, including thumbtacks, barbed wire, trash cans, and a moonsault from the top of the cage by Jada Stone.

The finish came when Eddie Edwards blasted Ricky Sosa with the Boston Knee Party before planting him with a package piledriver onto chairs for the victory.

Winners: Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Bear Bronson & Alisha Edwards

Nic And Ryan Nemeth Capture TNA World Tag Team Championship

The main event saw Matt and Jeff Hardy defend the TNA World Tag Team Championship against Nic and Ryan Nemeth under tornado tag rules.

The Hardys appeared moments away from retaining after putting Ryan through a table. However, Nic Nemeth struck from behind and delivered Danger Zone to Matt Hardy to score the pinfall and win the titles.

Winners: Nic Nemeth & Ryan Nemeth (win the TNA World Tag Team Championship)

Leon Slater Cashes In Option C

Following the main event, newly crowned X-Division Champion Leon Slater confronted TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth.

Slater officially exercised Option C, surrendering the X-Division Championship and challenging Nemeth for the TNA World Championship at Bound For Glory.

The Nemeth brothers attempted an attack, but Slater fought them off and stood tall as Lockdown went off the air.

TNA Lockdown 2026 Results

  • The Righteous def. Rich Swann & BDE (Countdown Show)
  • Trey Miguel def. Agent Zero (Countdown Show)
  • AJ Francis def. Elijah
  • Allie & Kiera Hogan def. Elegance Brand to retain the Knockouts Tag Team Championship
  • Frankie Kazarian def. Moose in an Escape the Cage Match
  • Xia Brookside def. Elayna Black to retain the Knockouts Championship
  • Mustafa Ali def. Jason Hotch to win the TNA International Championship
  • Leon Slater def. Cedric Alexander to win the X-Division Championship
  • The System def. Ricky Sosa, KC Navarro, Fabian Aichner & Jada Stone in Lethal Lockdown
  • Nic Nemeth & Ryan Nemeth def. The Hardys to win the TNA World Tag Team Championship

The biggest story coming out of Lockdown was Leon Slater’s decision to cash in Option C. With Bound For Glory now on the horizon, Slater is set to challenge Nic Nemeth for the TNA World Championship in one of the biggest matches of his career.

TNA Lockdown 8/23/2026 (Card)

TNA Wrestling Lockdown PPV – Sunday August 23, 2026 – CreditUnion1 Arena in Chicago, Illinois

CARD

  • Lethal Lockdown Cage Match: The System vs. Fabian Aichner, KC Navarro, Ricky Sosa, and Jada Stone
  • TNA World Tag Team Championship Cage Match: The Hardys (c) vs. Nemeth Brothers
  • TNA Knockouts World Championship Match: Xia Brookside (c) vs. Elayna Black
  • TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship Cage Match: Allie & ? (c) vs. The Elegance Brand
  • TNA International Championship Cage Match: Jason Hotch (c) vs. Mustafa Ali
  • TNA X Division Championship Cage Match (Last Man Standing): Cedric Alexander (c) vs. Leon Slater
  • Cage Match: Elijah vs. A.J. Francis
  • Escape The Cage Match: Moose vs. Frankie Kazarian
  • Pre-Show: The Righteous vs. BDE & Rich Swann
  • Pre-Show: Trey Miguel vs. Agent Zero

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 8/20/2026

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

Tonight’s episode of TNA Impact is the go-home show for TNA Lockdown

  • TNA Knockouts Television Title Tournament Semifinal Match: Jada Stone vs. Heather by Elegance
  • Lethal Lockdown Advantage Match: Fabian Aichner vs. Brian Myers
  • Jeff Hardy, Matt Hardy, Moose & Elijah vs. Nic Nemeth, Ryan Nemeth, Frankie Kazarian & A.J. Francis
  • Harley Hudson vs. Alisha Edwards
  • Rich Swann vs. Mr. Elegance
  • We’ll hear from Mustafa Ali

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 8/13/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! tonight at 9/8c on AMC taped from The Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA.

  • TNA World Championship Match: Nic Nemeth (c) vs. Jeff Hardy
  • TNA Knockouts Television Title Tournament Semifinal Match: Indi Hartwell vs. M by Elegance
  • Mustafa Ali, Agent Zero, & John Skyler vs. Rich Swann, BDE & TBA
  • Ricky Sosa vs. Brian Myers
  • Eddie Edwards vs. KC Navarro
  • We’ll hear from Moose

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 8/6/2026

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

  • TNA Knockouts World Championship Match: Xia Brookside (c) vs. Wendy Choo
  • TNA Knockouts Television Title Tournament Match: Mara Sadè vs. Heather by Elegance
  • Matt Hardy vs. Ryan Nemeth
  • AJ Francis vs. The Home Town Man
  • Jeff Hardy and Nic Nemeth contract signing
  • We’ll head from The Righteous

TNA Wrestling Confirms Departures Of Jody Threat And Mara Sade, Teases Return Of Former Knockouts Champion

TNA Wrestling’s roster changes continue as the company has officially confirmed the departures of two members of its Knockouts Division.

In a statement released Monday titled “TNA Wrestling Knockouts Division Update,” the promotion announced that both Jody Threat and Mara Sade have exited the company. TNA also thanked both performers and wished them success moving forward.

“Best in their future endeavors,” the promotion said regarding the departing Knockouts.

The announcement comes shortly after reports surfaced regarding uncertainty surrounding Sade’s future with the company. According to recent reports, Sade’s contract had expired prior to TNA’s television tapings in Philadelphia, leaving her status up in the air.

While there had reportedly been interest from other wrestling promotions and discussions between Sade and TNA about a potential new deal, the two sides were ultimately unable to reach an agreement. No specific reason has been disclosed regarding the failed negotiations.

Sade joined TNA after previously competing in WWE as Jakara Jackson, where she was a member of the Meta-Four faction in NXT.

TNA Teases Knockouts Division Return

While TNA is losing two members of its Knockouts roster, the company also hinted that a familiar face could soon be returning.

As part of its announcement, TNA revealed that a former titleholder is set to return to the Knockouts Division. However, the promotion did not provide any additional details regarding the identity of the returning star.

The mystery has already sparked speculation among fans, as several former TNA Knockouts Champions and Knockouts Tag Team Champions are currently available.

Could Zelina Vega Return To TNA?

One notable name who fits the description is Zelina Vega, who recently became a free agent following the expiration of her 90-day non-compete clause after her WWE release earlier this year.

Before joining WWE, Vega competed in TNA Wrestling under the ring name Rosita from 2011 to 2013. During that run, she captured the TNA Knockouts Tag Team Championship alongside Sarita in March 2011.

At this time, TNA has not revealed when the returning former champion will appear or whether that individual will immediately join the active Knockouts roster.

For now, the Knockouts Division says goodbye to both Jody Threat and Mara Sade while fans wait to learn the identity of TNA’s mystery returning champion.

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.