Around the World of Pro Wrestling 6/12/26: TNA & Washington State Indies.

🎙️ TNA WRESTLING — WEEK IN REVIEW (JUNE 5–JUNE 12, 2026)

Presented by Ed & Gordon.

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, TNA Wrestling came barreling into this week like a freight train with no brakes — rivalries tightening, tempers flaring, and the road to Slammiversary getting more dangerous by the minute!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful stretch — championships in flux, alliances tested, and several competitors making decisive statements.”

🟥 TNA: Looking ahead

Next Week’s Impact Lineup (June 18, 2026) Credit: WON/F4W

  • Indi Hartwell vs. Elayna Black
  • Moose, The Broken Hardys (‘Broken’ Matt Hardy & Brother Nero [Jeff Hardy]) vs. The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers & Bear Bronson)
  • Ricky Sosa (returning)
  • Frankie Kazarian segment with Leon Slater & Cedric Alexander
  • Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch) vs. K.C. Navarro, Mike Santana & Nic Nemeth — Santana and Nemeth are set to face each other for the TNA World Title at Slammiversary

Ed: “Every division has something cooking — and some pots will be boiling over!”

🟧 FULL MATCH RESULTS — TNA iMPACT! (JUNE 11, 2026)

(Denver, Colorado)

🔥 MATCH 1 — TNA World Title

Mike Santana def. Eric Young Highlight: Mike Santana defended against Eric Young. Young had won a Number One Contenders Battle Royal and low-blown Santana before hitting him with a piledriver

Ed: Ed: “Fans, Mike Santana walked into that ring ready for a fight, but Eric Young tried to turn it into a crime scene! First the low blow, then that piledriver — Young threw every dirty trick in the book at him. But Santana didn’t blink. He shook it off, stood tall, and fired back like a man who refuses to be denied. That’s the heart of a champion right there — you can rattle him, but you can’t break him!”

🔥 MATCH 2 — Men’s Singles

Mr. Elegance def. Elijah Highlight: The bell rings and Elegance blindsides Elijah from behind. He rolls him up for the win.

Gordon: “A most abrupt conclusion, to be sure. Elegance capitalized on the element of surprise, striking before Elijah had even settled into his stance. While the victory is official, one must note that such tactics reveal more about a man’s desperation than his dominance.”

🔥 MATCH 3 — Tag Team Match

The System’s Eddie Edwards & Cedric Alexander def. Leon Slater & Fabian Aichner Highlight: Alexandet hits a lumbar check after distractions from Eddie and Alisha Edwards and pins Slater.

🔥 MATCH 4 — Knockouts Tag Team Match

 Mara Sadè, Rosemary, and Allie def. M By Elegance & Heather By Elegance teamed with Ash By Elegance Highlight: Rosemary holds Allie in place by her ankle to prevent Heather from levelling her, opening the door for Allie to land a codebreaker on Heather for the win.

🔥 MAIN EVENT — TNA International Championship

Mustafa Ali def. KC Navarro Post‑Match Angle: “After the match, Ali cinches in another Sharpshooter on Navarro and holds it in for a few seconds. Nic Nemeth and Mike Santana out to the ring to provide Navarro with backup, pulling John Skyler and Jason Hotch out of the ring by their ankles and double teaming on Special Agent 0. Agent 0 lands clotheslines on Nemeth and Santana, but the pair outnumber him.

Order 4 surrounds Santana and Nemeth in the ring, but opt to instead hop down. Ali tries to sneak back in the ring as Santana checks on Navarro, but Nic sees him coming and levels him with a superkick. He then blindsides Santana with Danger Zone and stands tall over him in the ring as the show goes off the air.”

Ed: Ed: “Fans, what a powder keg we just witnessed! Mustafa Ali wasn’t satisfied with the victory — he wanted to make a statement, and he nearly twisted Navarro in half to do it! Then all hell broke loose — Nemeth and Santana storming the ring, Order 4 swarming like a pack of wolves, and just when it looked like cooler heads might prevail, Ali tried to slither back in! But Nic Nemeth saw it coming and cut him in half with that superkick! And then — mercy — the Danger Zone to Santana! Nemeth standing tall over the wreckage as we go off the air… if this is the battlefield now, I shudder to think what next week’s going to look like!”

Gordon: “A most turbulent conclusion to this broadcast. Alliances were tested, tempers ran high, and the balance of power shifted more than once in mere moments. As we look ahead, one thing is evident: the conflicts we witnessed tonight are far from resolved, and the repercussions will echo well into the weeks to come.”

📰 TNA NEWS & RUMORS

⭐ Steve Maclin Expected to Land in WWE or AEW After TNA Release

Credit: Ringside News

“There had already been context around Maclin’s situation before his release. It was reported that he had been outspoken, both privately and publicly, about frustrations with TNA’s creative direction dating back to last year. He was also said to be among talent who did not believe things had improved creatively since the move to AMC.”

⭐ WWE Believes Mike Santana Is Leaving TNA When His Contract Expires

Credit: Ringside News

“Santana is expected to become a free agent this year, and WWE has already been linked to interest in bringing him in. Now, a new update makes it sound like people inside WWE believe he is heading their way once his TNA deal runs out.”

⭐ Myla Grace had requested her release from TNA, and that request was granted within the last few days.

Credit: Ringside News

“Grace signed with TNA last summer and had been working as part of a tag team with Harley Hudson. Before joining TNA, she competed for Marigold and has also been a regular name for Over The Top Wrestling in Ireland. Grace also holds the OTT Women’s World Championship, giving her another platform outside TNA as she moves forward.”

⭐ Steve Maclin Makes Explosive First Post-TNA Appearance At PWR: No Country For Old Mancer Event

Credit: Wrestling Headlines

“Maclin also appeared to reference his controversial TNA exit during his entrance. As he made his way to the ring, cameras caught him looking directly into the lens and seemingly shouting, “I told that cuck I quit.”

The comment appeared to be a callback to his final TNA appearance, where Maclin confronted TNA President Carlos Silva. During that segment, Maclin referred to Silva as a “cuck” and told him to sit down before walking away from the company. Silva appeared to take the remark in stride at the time, showing little reaction beyond amusement.”

⭐ TNA Wrestling Shares Cryptic Tease For Slammiversary 2026, Wrestling Legend Expected To Return For First Time In 15 Years

Credit: Wrestling Headlines

“The first hint came on Thursday when TNA President Carlos Silva posted a cryptic message on social media, writing, “SLAMM is gonna be Amazing”, accompanied by a red square emoji that immediately caught the attention of longtime fans.

The teases continued on Friday, as TNA’s official social media account released a video package featuring Amazing Red imagery alongside the Slammiversary branding. The annual event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 28.”

Gordon: “A most intriguing collection of developments — each with potential ramifications.”

🟦 WASHINGTON STATE INDEPENDENT WRESTLING — THIS WEEK

⭐ Rogue Wrestling Attractions

  • Red, White, and Bruised
  • June 27, 2026 | Olympic Stadium
  • 101 28th St, Hoquiam, WA 98550
  • Doors Open @ 3:00 PM | Pro Wrestling Starts @ 7:00 PM
  • Activities Happening All Event – Live Music – Classic Cars – Pro Wrestling

Ed: “Fans, if you’re anywhere near Hoquiam on June 27, you’d better circle that date in red ink! ‘Red, White, and Bruised’ is rolling into the Olympic Stadium, and that building is going to be shaking like a Fourth of July grandstand! Doors swing open at 3 o’clock, and from the moment that first bell rings, you can bet the action will be hotter than a summer bonfire on the Washington coast!”

⭐ Northwest Pro

  • Carny Rob vs Quinn Justice, Washington State Champion, Maseemo vs AJ Duncan, Carl Steele vs The Scholar
  • June 20th
  • Port Orchard, WA
  • Tickets: $20

SOS Pro Wrestling — Tacoma

Gordon: “A most spirited week for the Pacific Northwest — the region continues to cultivate remarkable talent.”

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, TNA is charging toward Slammiversary with the force of a runaway locomotive — and the independent scene out west is matching that energy step for step!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week — and the chapters ahead promise even greater intrigue.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 5/15/26: TNA

🎙️ Rundown — TNA Wrestling

Presented by Ed & Gordon.

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, the action in TNA Wrestling this week has been hotter than a depot stove! The road to Against All Odds is tightening, tempers are flaring, and the May 14 iMPACT! delivered twists, turns, and a main event that shook the rafters!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful week — rivalries escalating, alliances fracturing, and championship pictures becoming increasingly volatile.”

🟥 TNA — WEEK IN REVIEW (May 7–May 14, 2026)

⭐ Santino Marella Announces Indi Hartwell Has Signed A Contract Extension With TNA

Credit: WrestlingInc.com

“A returning Santino Marella praised new Knockouts Champion, Léi Ying Lee, and also announced that Indi Hartwell has re-signed with the company.

Hartwell signed with TNA in April 2025 after showing up at Rebellion. While she hasn’t won a title since being with the promotion, she was the number-one contender for the Knockouts title last fall. She also had a very well received dog collar match with Dani Luna to end their feud. Outside of TNA, she held Women’s Championships for House of Glory, Reality of Wrestling, and Awesome Championship Wrestling.”

X‑Division Chaos

Credit: Wrestling Inc.

“Slammiversary 2026 will mark the 55th time that an Ultimate X match has taken place since its introduction in 2003. The match was last used at the 2025 Rebellion pay-per-view in April of last year, with Moose successfully retaining his TNA X-Division Championship in a match that also featured Matt Cardona, El Hijo del Vikingo, KC Navarro, Sidney Akeem, and the aforementioned Leon Slater. Alexander will be hoping that he has the same fortune as Moose last year as he has never been in an Ultimate X match before, let alone defended a title in the match. However, Moose was in the same situation last year and managed to get the job done. Regardless of who enters the match, no one is near the record for most Ultimate X matches that is currently held by Chris Sabin with 15.”

⭐ M By Elegance takes on Jada Stone on Xplosion

Credit: TNAWrestling.com

“TNA Xplosion is must-see! A new episode premieres every Friday exclusively for TNA+ subscribers, then airs for FREE on YouTube the following Tuesday.”

Ed: “Fans, that’s a showdown waiting to explode!”

⭐ Chris Caray Joins TNA Wrestling Broadcast Team For Sacramento Street Fight On Thursday, May 14, Live on AMC

Credit: TNAWrestling.com

“The Caray name is legendary in Major League Baseball, starting with Harry, who called games from 1945-1997, ending his iconic career with the Chicago Cubs, where his signature style included the “Holy cow!” home-run call and leading fans in singing “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” during the seventh-inning stretch.

Harry’s son, Skip Caray, followed him into the booth as a baseball broadcaster with the Atlanta Braves. Then grandson Chip Caray replaced Harry as the Cubs’ play-by-play announcer from 1998 to 2004. Chip later returned to work with his father Skip on Atlanta Braves broadcasts.

In 2022, Chip’s twin sons, Chris and Stefan, became minor league baseball broadcasters at age 22, Chris now calls action for the Athletics and Stefan sits in the St. Louis Cardinals TV broadcast booth.

“I am a longtime pro wrestling fan,” Chris Caray said. “One TNA Wrestling star who I really admire is, Nic Nemeth. He’s often under-rated. Watching him perform in the ring, he really is amazing.”

Caray said that he is “intrigued” by The System, the TNA faction of Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Cedric Alexander and Bear Bronson. He added that the TNA Knockouts Division is “really, really good; they are so strong, athletic and versatile; they really can do it all in the ring.”

Caray praised Elayna Black and Indi Hartwell, adding, “how can you not like Indi in the ring?!”

🟧 TNA iMPACT! — MAY 14, 2026 (FULL MATCH‑BY‑MATCH REVIEW)

📍 Location: Sacramento Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento, CA. This episode delivered big storyline movement, heated matches, and a main event with major implications.

🔥 MATCH 1 — TNA World Championship #1 Contender Battle Royal

The participants: Elijah, The System (Bear Bronson, Brian Myers, and Eddie Edwards), Mustafa Saed, Special Agent 0, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Eric Young, Special Agent 0, Mr. Elegance, The Righteous, The Home Town Man, BDE, Frankie Kazarian. Mustafa of ECW fame starts the match off with weapons but is the first eliminated by Special Agent 0. The System eliminates Dutch and Special Agent 0. Mr. Elegance eliminates BDE. The Home Town Man eliminates Mr. Elegance. Myers falls over the top rope after charging Home Town. Elijah eliminates Hotch. Kazarian eliminates Home Town. Elijah eliminates Kazarian. Elijah eliminates The System when they charge him as Kazarian holds him. Young and Elijah are the last two and are both on the apron when Young wins with a low blow.

Gia Miller interviews Leon Slater who is accompanied by The Hardys and is ready to become the longest reigning X Division Champion.

Ed: “Fans, that young man is flying like he’s got rockets in his boots!”

Next Miller interviews TNA International Champion Mustafa Ali who will bring Order 4 back to winning and Young threatens to eliminate TNA World Champion Mike Santana like he did to Joe Hendry, Ricky Sosa and EC3.

Knockouts Champion, Lei Ying Lee, comes to the ring and is proud to be a 2X champion and brought the title home to TNA from NXT. Xia Brookside interrupts and wants the title. The champ is ready any time and anywhere.

The System are backstage and feel they were robbed in the battle royal. They took out Moose last week. Cedric Alexander will prevent Slater from becoming the longest reigning X Division champion.

Miller is in the crowd ringside with Keith Jardine promoting his movie “Over Your Dead Body”. The Personal Consierge with The Elegance Brand interrupts but is escorted out by security when Mr. Elegance gets in the former cage fighter’s face.

Lockdown is August 23rd in Chicago.

🔥 MATCH 2 — Sactown Street Fight

KC Navarro vs. AJ Francis. MLB’s Chris Carray joins Tom Hannifan and Matthew Rehwoldt on commentary. Navarro attacks, avoids a choke slam, avoids a Styles Clash. Francis is dropped to the outside, Navarro sets up a table but is driven into the ring steps. Navarro avoids Down Payment, hits Francis with a chair and shoves him into the ring steps. Navarro sets up a second table. Francis takes a chair away from him and slams him into the turnbuckles. Francis sets the chair on him and hits Tennessee Whiskey. Francis throws a trash can in the ring and drops Navarro on the edge of the ring apron. Francis throws him into the ring post. He takes a bat from Carray and swings at Navarro. Navarro hits Francis with the trash can. A Famouser gets him a 2 count. Francis puts Navarro through the table outside the ring with a Down Payment, rolls him in the ring and gets the pinfall.

Santana hits the ring and is ready for Young. Daria Rae comes out and announces Young is not the next challenger. Steve Maclin is medically cleared and will get his shot next week. Director of Authority Santino Marella interrupts and announces re-signing Indi Hartwell. Santana is ready for Maclin.

TNA Injury Report Presented by Over Your Dead Body:

KC Navarro is out of action after his Sactown Street Fight earlier this evening.

Trey Miguel is out of Action indefinitely.

Moose after being attacked last week is out of action with a head and hip injury.

EC3 is out of action after receiving a Piledriver from Eric Young through a table.”

Gordon: “A most telling development — dissension among the executives.”

🔥 MATCH 3 — Knockouts Tag Team Action

Mila Moore and Victoria Crawford acc. by Tessa Blanchard vs. Rosemary and Allie acc. by Mara Sadé – Tag Team Match Rosemary and Moore to start. Rosemary bites her, distracts the ref and Allie bites Moore. Allie with a boot, a forearm and to the top rope. Blanchard grabs her foot giving Moore the upper hand. Crawford tags in and drops Allie. Allie with shots to the midsection. Crawford reverses. Tag to Moore. Neckbreaker by Allie. Tag to Rosemary. She hits a Slingblade and an Exploder. DDT, cover, Moore breaks it up. Allie and Rosemary take their opponents to The Upsidedown, Blanchard tries to interfere but Sade prevents it. Allie sends Moore into the steel steps. Rosemary hits As Above So Below and gets the pinfall.

The Broken Hardys invite The Righteous to become “Obsolete”.

🔥 MAIN EVENT — TNA X-Division Champion Leon Slater vs. Cedric Alexander –  2-out-of-3 Falls Match -TNA X-Division Championship

Cedric charges, Slater rolls him up, sets up a Styles Clash but it is countered. Slater rolls him up for a quick pinfall. 1-0. Slater dumps Cedric outside the ring. Slater dives over the top rope. Back in the ring before the 10 count and they exchange blows. Slater with a boot, sets him up on the ring apron but eats a German suplex to the floor. Slater is dropped on his spine on the edge of the apron. Cedric back in the ring with strikes, knee to the back, cover for 2. Cedric with a choke. Slater with a jawbreaker, two clotheslines, up top, crossbody, Alexander kicks out. Alexander with a Michinoku Driver, 2 count. A Lumbar Check gets a pinfall. Tied 1-1. Slater with a boot to the face for a 2 count. He misses a Swanton 450 but hits a twisting neckbreaker. Alexander with a powerbomb. Slater with a dive to the outside. He goes up top but meets a boot to the face. Slater hits a Styles Clash from the middle turnbuckle for a 2 count. Slater up top. Alexander knocks him off and sends him into the steel steps. Back in the ring and the champ prevents a brainbuster with a roll up. Alexander kicks out, brainbuster, 2 count. Lumbar Check. Slater kicks out. Slater with a Blue Thunderbomb, but misses the Swanton 450. Alexander hits two Lumbar Checks and gets the pinfall. 2-0! New champ!

The lights go off. Former NXT Champion Fabian Aichner walks down the ramp. The show is over!!!

Ultimate X will return at Slammiversary live Sunday June 28 in Boston, MA. 

Ed: “Fans, that’s a confrontation that could ignite at any moment!”

Gordon: “A most compelling visual — champion and challenger staring destiny in the face.”

📰 TNA NEWS & RUMORS (Past Week)

Broken Matt Hardy Rising

Matt Hardy is leaning deeper into the “Broken” persona, teasing a cinematic match for the next special event.

Nic Nemeth’s Summer Push

Backstage reports indicate TNA is positioning Nemeth as a top summer attraction.

X‑Division Shake‑ups

A multi‑man contender’s match is rumored for an upcoming episode.

Knockouts Division

Ash by Elegance is expected to receive another major storyline push despite recent losses.

Tag Division

The Rascalz are rumored to be next in line for a major tag title opportunity.

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, TNA is firing on all cylinders! From the X‑Division to the Knockouts to the World Title scene, the action is hotter than ever!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most dynamic week — and the road ahead promises even greater upheaval. And with that… so long from the wrestling world.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 5/1/2026

🎙️ Rundown — TNA Wrestling

Presented by Ed & Gordon

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, TNA Wrestling has been hotter than a depot stove this past week! Championships defended, rivalries deepening, and a Thursday night in Syracuse that rattled the walls!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful week — with several divisions shifting and long‑running feuds reaching new levels of intensity.”

🟥 THE WEEK IN TNA (April 24–30, 2026)

🔥 Mustafa Ali’s Open Challenge Rolls On

Ali continued his International Championship open‑challenge series, defending against world‑traveled standout Adam Brooks. Ali retained decisively after a fast, athletic match.

🟩 The Hardys vs. The Righteous Escalates

Jeff Hardy defeated Vincent — but the story was the return of “Broken” Matt Hardy, who appeared when the lights went out, leading to Jeff’s Swanton Bomb finish. Dutch later dragged Vincent away, both men smiling eerily.

Ed: “Fans, that was stranger than a prairie thunderstorm!”

Gordon: “A most supernatural development — and one that bodes ill for The Righteous.”

🟧 Six‑Woman Knockouts Showcase

Allie, Rosemary & Mara Sadé defeated Tessa Blanchard, Mila Moore & Victoria Crawford, continuing the Undead Realm storyline and marking Allie’s first TNA match since 2019.

🟪 Mr. Elegance Picks Up a Win

Mr. Elegance defeated The Home Town Man, continuing The Elegance Brand’s mid‑card push.

🟫 Walk With Elijah Strap Match — Elijah def. Frankie Kazarian

The first‑ever guitar‑strap match ended with Elijah touching all four corners to win, furthering his heated feud with Kazarian.

Ed: “Fans, that was a donnybrook from backstage to ringside!”

Gordon: “A most punishing stipulation — and Elijah endured.”

🟦 X‑DIVISION & TAG TEAM DEVELOPMENTS

Leon Slater vs. Cedric Alexander Set for May 14

A confrontation backstage led to a 2‑out‑of‑3 falls match being made for Sacramento. The System attacked Slater until Moose made the save.

World Title Picture Heats Up

Nic Nemeth reminded Mike Santana he still holds the Call Your Shot trophy, signaling future title implications.

🟨 KNOCKOUTS DIVISION NEWS

  • Indi Hartwell returns from suspension and immediately calls out Knockouts Champion Arianna Grace.
  • Lei Ying Lee, shaken by recent events, nearly walked out of TNA before Tommy Dreamer convinced her to stay.
  • Arianna Grace vs. Lei Ying Lee announced for a future title defense, with Xia Brookside banned from ringside.

📰 NEWS & RUMORS

  • Santino Marella reinstated after storyline suspension and set up tag team title matches for Leon Slater & Moose vs. Eddie Edwards & Cedric Alexander, and Nic Nemeth & KC Navarro vs. The System 
  • EC3 vs. Eric Young set for an “anything goes” match next week.
  • The Righteous–Hardys feud expected to continue with cinematic elements, given the return of Broken Matt.

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, from Ali’s title defense to the Hardys’ eerie transformation, TNA is firing on all cylinders!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week — and next Thursday promises even more fireworks. And with that… so long from the wrestling world.”