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đŸŸ„đŸŸ§ TNA WRESTLING — WEEKLY COMPREHENSIVE RUNDOWN

Presented by Ed & Gordon

đŸŽ™ïž DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, TNA Wrestling has been hotter than a depot stove this week! Coming off the fallout of Rebellion, iMPACT! rolled into Syracuse with upsets, chaos, and a locker room that looks ready to explode!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful episode, with shifting alliances, rising contenders, and several rivalries reaching a boiling point.”

đŸŸ„ TNA iMPACT! — APRIL 16, 2026 (FULL RESULTS & HIGHLIGHTS)

📍 Upstate Medical University Arena — Syracuse, NY

đŸ”„ AJ Francis vs. KC Navarro

  • Nic Nemeth joined commentary with his Call Your Shot trophy.
  • Nemeth distracted Francis at ringside.
  • Navarro capitalized with a cradle for the upset win. Winner: KC Navarro

Ed: “Fans, that’s a classic David‑and‑Goliath shocker — Navarro stole one right out from under Francis!”

đŸŽ€ EC3 Promo

  • EC3 declared he’s not on a comeback — he’s on a crusade to finish what he started with Eric Young.

Gordon: “Quite so. A most intense declaration from EC3 — laser‑focused and dangerous.”

🟩 The System Promo (Eddie Edwards, Alisha, Cedric Alexander, Brian Myers, Bear Bronson)

  • Edwards blamed Moose for costing him the World Title at Rebellion.
  • Alisha bragged about manipulating Moose.
  • Cedric demanded another X‑Division Title shot.
  • Leon Slater interrupted, reminding Cedric he already beat him.

Ed: “Fans, The System was coming apart at the seams — and Slater poured gasoline on the fire!”

đŸ”„ Tasha Steelz (w/ Order 4) vs. Jada Stone

  • Mustafa Ali cut a promo calling TNA champions “second‑chance wrestlers” and announced an International Title open challenge.
  • Order 4 was ejected from ringside.
  • Stone hit the Spark Stunner for the clean win. Winner: Jada Stone

🧟 Undead Realm Segment

  • Tessa Blanchard confronted Rosemary demanding a way out.
  • Mara SadĂ© and Allie intervened.
  • The fight spilled into the arena with Blanchard, Victoria Crawford, and Mila Moore emerging from under the ring.

Also: EC3 vs Eric Young was a no contest when the ref lost control of the action.

Matt Hardy challenged Dutch for next week.

The System acc. by Alisha Edwards Def. Leon Slater and Moose – 2-on-4 Match when Cedric hit Slater with a Lumbar Check.

Gordon: “A most bizarre and supernatural confrontation — the Undead Realm continues to defy explanation.”

đŸ”„ Backstage: Nemeth Brothers & The System

  • Ryan Nemeth frustrated with Nic’s attention on Navarro.
  • The System mocked them.
  • Bear Bronson challenged Nic Nemeth.

🏆 In‑Ring Promo — TNA World Champion Mike Santana

  • Santana wanted to give someone an opportunity.
  • Rich Swann answered, saying he’d fight Santana anytime.
  • Santana tried to make it official for next week, but Daria Rae didn’t appear.

Ed: “Fans, Santana is a fighting champion — and Swann is ready to dance!”

📰 TNA NEWS & RUMORS

BREAKING: TNA Lockdown returns for the first time in over a decade broadcasting live on PPV and TNA+ from Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago on August 23! Pre-sale begins April 22, tickets go on-sale April 24! #TNALockdown

Sign up for pre-sale HERE: https://t.co/6QOGjuyIjKpic.twitter.com/308QbvM7LM

— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 16, 2026

As per f4wonline.com:

“At TNA Wrestling’s Rebellion PPV, Miguel defended and lost the TNA International Championship against Mustafa Ali.

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Ali emerged victorious in the match and ended Miguel’s title run at 57-days. Midway through the match, fans witnessed Miguel perform a Meteora on Ali onto the steel ring steps. Landing and bouncing brutally off the steps, Miguel suffered a deep laceration on his knees.

He later shared an image of the injury as well as a photo of him with a crutch. During the recent April 16 episode of TNA Impact, it was announced that Miguel has now been pulled from TNA events due to the injury.”

As per tnawrestling.com: “TNA Wrestling Stars Visit New York City, April 28-30

Apr 15, 2026 | TNA Wrestling Staff

The stars of TNA Wrestling, in and out of the ring, will be in New York City to kick off The Road To Slammiversary, the company’s annual summertime showcase event, which will be held on Sunday, June 28, at Agganis Arena on the campus of Boston University.

Jeff & Matt Hardy, aka, The Hardys join TNA World Champion Mike Santana and TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva for multiple days in New York City.

AVAILABILITY

Mike Santana: April 28-29

Carlos Silva: April 28-29

The Hardys: April 29-30

MIKE SANTANA

One of the most decorated and accomplished tag team wrestlers in TNA Wrestling history, Mike Santana is now the reigning and defending TNA Wrestling World Champion. He is the first-ever TNA World Champion of Puerto Rican descent. A proud New York native, Santana is a 4-time TNA World Tag Team Champion as half of the team LAX – and their combined 662 days as champions is the most in company history by more than 100 days over Beer Money, Inc. (Bobby Roode & James Storm). Santana, who lives in The Bronx, made his pro wrestling debut in 2007.

THE HARDYS

Brothers Jeff and Matt Hardy have been wrestling professionally since 1993, holding countless championships over the decades. WWE named The Hardys as one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history.

Jeff and Matt are the only team to have held the WWE/World, WCW, TNA, ROH, Raw and SmackDown Tag Team Championships. Revolutionary and fearless, they are known for their energetic, high-risk approach to pro wrestling.

The Hardys captured the TNA World Tag Team Championships in July 2025, in a four-way ladder match. Since then, they have successfully defended the titles against legendary opponents Team 3D, NXT Tag Team Champions DarkState and TNA’s newest tag team, The Righteous.

CARLOS SILVA

Carlos Silva was named the President of Anthem Sports Group in December 2024, marking his first run in the action-packed world of pro wrestling.

Silva has built and sold companies in the TV, digital and media convergence space over the last 25 years. He has raised more than $300 million for the startups that he has operated.

Silva was the COO of Barrett-Jackson Auction, the largest collector car auction company – and he was responsible for all day-to-day operations, including auctions, sales, marketing and administration.

Silva formerly was the CEO of C360, an immersive video software company that delivers best in class broadcast level 360-degree video for TV and digital consumption.

Prior to C360, he was CEO and President of MDE Sports and Entertainment which owns and operates the Citi Open Tennis Tournament, The Washington Justice esports team, the City Paper, and the Washington Kastles in WTT.

Silva was the CEO of World TeamTennis (WTT) and CEO for the World Series of Fighting. He led the sale of the WSOF to new investors, staying on as President of the newly named Professional Fighters League (PFL).

He was the co-Executive Producer of the Vancouver Olympic Games.

Silva graduated from Boston College and earned his master’s degree from George Washington University. He played tennis at Boston College and was on the pro satellite tennis tour. Silva has finished 14 Ironman races, including the IRONMAN World Championship twice in Kona, Hawaii, and IRONMAN Maryland on Sept. 20, 2025.

To schedule an interview with The Hardys, Mike Santana or Carlos Silva, please contact Ross Forman: RForman@tnawrestling.com.

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About TNA Wrestling: 

A subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. and a division of Anthem Sports Group, Total Nonstop Action (TNA) WrestlingÂź is one of the world’s top wrestling brands, producing over 200 hours of original content annually and televised in 200 countries including AMC in the United States. Founded in 2002, TNA Wrestling’s deep library of premium content is streamed across the world on key OTT platforms including Pluto TV, Roku SamsungTV Plus and its own on-demand subscription service TNA+©. TNA Wrestling has a powerful social media presence with over 10 million engaged followers across all major services. Ancillary businesses include live events, merchandise, licensing, and sponsorship.

🟩🟧 ALL ELITE WRESTLING — COLLISION (APRIL 16, 2026)

Presented by Ed & Gordon

đŸŽ™ïž COLLISION — FULL RESULTS (APRIL 16, 2026)

(Collision was taped after Dynamite)

đŸŸ© The Young Bucks def. The Rascalz

  • Post‑match: The Dogs attacked the Bucks.

đŸŸ„ Jon Moxley def. Nick Wayne

  • Continental Title Eliminator.

🟩 PAC def. Lio Rush

  • Rush passed out in the Brutalizer.

đŸŸȘ Thekla (c) def. Alex Windsor — AEW Women’s World Title

  • Thekla used brass knuckles to retain.

🟧 Kris Statlander & Hikaru Shida def. Big Anne & Danika Della Rouge

🟹 Brody King, Mistico & Mascara Dorada def. Gibson, Riff & Rivera

đŸŸ« The Conglomeration def. Lethal Twist — Trios Eliminator

đŸŽ€ Collision Segments

⭐ Adam Copeland Promo

  • Interrupted and attacked by Trent & Rocky.

⭐ Jack Perry Promo

  • Issued an open challenge to the Don Callis Family.

⭐ Mina Confronts Shida

  • Suggested involvement in the Toni Storm attack.

Gordon: “Indeed. Collision delivered a most compelling slate of matches — with champions asserting dominance and rivalries intensifying.”

đŸŽ™ïž DESK OUTRO

Gordon: “Fans, between TNA’s explosive fallout from Rebellion and AEW’s hard‑hitting Collision card, the wrestling world is roaring with momentum. New contenders rising, champions standing tall, and rivalries heating up across the board. And with that
 so long from the wrestling world.”

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Here’s your full, up‑to‑date National Wrestling Alliance week‑in‑review, with Ed and Gordon sitting behind the ESPN desk, ties tight, voices steady, and the NWA hotter than a Missouri summer. All facts below are grounded in the latest reporting from Ringside News, Alliance-Wrestling, and current NWA championship listings.

đŸŽ™ïž “Fans, we’ve got ourselves a real ring‑a‑ding‑dong dandy!” — Ed

đŸŽ™ïž “And now
 the scientific breakdown.” — Gordon

🏆 1. Results — The Week in NWA Action

RESULTS

Ed :

“Fans, the action in Troy was hotter than a potbelly stove! Titles defended, crowns claimed, and tempers flaring like a prairie fire!”

Key Results

Below is a rundown of NWA Powerrr Episode #250, which aired March 17, 2026 on The Roku Channel. Citations are included for every match and segment.

⭐ NWA POWERRR — FULL RESULTS (Aired March 17, 2026 on Roku)

Broadcast from WEDU Studios, Tampa, FL

đŸ„‡ MATCH RESULTS

1. The Immortals (Kratos & Odinson) def. Jack N’ Eddie

Non‑title tag match; dominant showcase for the reigning World Tag Team Champions.

2. Sins N’ Grins win Crockett Cup #16 Seed Qualifier

Four‑Way Tag Team Match:

  • Sins N’ Grins
  • Corey Hollis & Brady Pierce
  • Pretty City Express
  • The Lost (Alex Misery & Gaagz the Gymp)

Sins N’ Grins advance to the #16 seed position in the Crockett Cup mini‑tournament.

3. Liviyah def. Women’s TV Champion Tiffany Nieves (DQ)

Liviyah’s NWA debut ends in a disqualification after Gretta interferes.

4. KC Cazana def. Jake Cross

Short singles bout; post‑match promo sets up The Country Gentlemen’s Crockett Cup intentions.

5. Hammerstone def. Carnage

Main event hoss fight; Hammerstone returns to singles action and scores a decisive win.

đŸŽ€ KEY SEGMENTS

Bryan Idol Trades in the TV Title for a Shot at Silas Mason

A birthday celebration for William Patrick Corgan turns into a confrontation:

  • Bryan Idol officially announces he is cashing in the NWA World Television Championship for a shot at Thrillbilly Silas Mason and the Ten Pounds of Gold.
  • Both men cut strong promos recapping their history.

⭐ Silas Mason defended the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship against Camaro Jackson on:

  • Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
  • Event: Heavy Lies the Crown (World League Wrestling)
  • Venue: The Harley Race Wrestling Arena
  • Location: Troy, Missouri
  • Thrillbilly Silas Mason successfully defended the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship against Camaro Jackson.
  • Rhaim De La Suede won the Heavy Lies the Crown Tournament, becoming the new King of WLW.
  • WLW Tag Champions The Devils of War retained.
  • WLW Women’s Champion Camron Branae retained.
  • Post‑match chaos: Brandon Barretta blindsided Camaro Jackson, with Silas Mason joining the attack.

Gordon :

“A most unfortunate display of post‑match opportunism. The psychological implications for Camaro Jackson heading into future title pursuits are
 significant.”

🏅 2. Current NWA Champions (as of March 14, 2026)

Gordon’s Technical Ledger:

  • NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion: “Thrillbilly” Silas Mason
  • National Heavyweight Champion: Mike Mondo
  • World Television Champion: Bryan Idol
  • World Tag Team Champions: The Immortals (Kratos & Odinson)
  • United States Tag Team Champions: The Slimeballz
  • World Junior Heavyweight Champion: Slade
  • World Women’s Champion: Natalia Markova
  • Women’s Television Champion: Tiffany Nieves
  • Women’s Tag Team Champions: The Hex (Allysin Kay & Marti Belle)

Ed :

“Top to bottom, that’s a lineup tighter than a drum! The NWA’s gold is in some mighty competitive hands!”

đŸ“ș 3. TV Shows — POWERRR & Live Tapings

Backstage Sightings at POWERRR Tapings (Feb 21–22)

  • Former WWE Champion Jinder Mahal (Raj Dhesi) spotted backstage.
  • Additional unnamed talents also seen at the Tampa double‑tapings. ⭐ Backstage Guests at the NWA Powerrr TV Tapings (Feb 21–22, 2026)
  • Three notable names were seen backstage — all with WWE history, and none working in an official capacity.
  • đŸ§© 1. Raj Dhesi (formerly Jinder Mahal)
  • Former WWE Champion
  • Attended the sold‑out double tapings in Tampa
  • Described as “catching up with friends”
  • đŸ§© 2. Robert Stone (NXT talent & interim NXT GM)
  • Currently works for WWE in both on‑screen and backstage roles
  • Lives in the Orlando area; likely visiting
  • đŸ§© 3. Mike Chioda (longtime WWE referee)
  • 30+ year WWE veteran
  • Released in 2020; now freelancing
  • Seen reconnecting with talent
  • đŸŽ™ïž What This Means (Gordon’s Analysis)
  • “These appearances, while unofficial, often indicate shifting alliances or exploratory conversations. The presence of a former world champion, an NXT authority figure, and a veteran referee suggests the NWA remains a meaningful crossroads in the industry.”
  • đŸŽ™ïž Ed’s Take
  • “Oh my, fans — when you’ve got THAT level of talent milling around backstage, you KNOW business is picking up!”

Ed:

“Fans, when you’ve got former world champions sniffing around the studio, you KNOW business is picking up!”

Gordon:

“Indeed. Such appearances often foreshadow contractual negotiations or strategic alliances.”

📰 4. News — The Big Headlines of the Week

EC3 Claims He’s Been Blackballed After NWA Exit (March 8)

  • EC3 alleges major companies are shutting him out following his departure. ⭐ Summary
  • EC3 left the NWA on January 1, 2026, announcing his departure publicly and framing it as the end of a completed chapter rather than a dispute. His exit followed a long, dominant Worlds Heavyweight Championship reign and major behind‑the‑scenes contributions, including helping launch the Exodus Pro developmental system.
  • 🏆 Why EC3 Left the NWA
  • 1. He said his run had reached its “natural end.”
  • In a TMZ Inside the Ring interview, EC3 explained that he had nothing left to add creatively and felt he had completed what he set out to do.
  • 2. He wanted evolution, not brand loyalty.
  • He emphasized that he doesn’t “chase three‑letter brands,” but “chases moments,” suggesting he was ready for a new direction.
  • 3. He announced it himself on January 1, 2026.
  • EC3 posted a long, reflective farewell message on X (Twitter), confirming his departure and thanking the NWA.
  • đŸ„‡ What He Accomplished Before Leaving
  • A historic Worlds Heavyweight Championship reign
  • Held the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Title for 370+ days
  • Defended it 80+ times across four continents
  • Other major accomplishments
  • Former NWA National Champion
  • Key figure in the company’s modern presentation
  • Retired Tyrus in their final match
  • Behind‑the‑scenes contributions
  • EC3 helped launch Exodus Pro, the NWA’s first official developmental territory, and emphasized building a culture that produced new talent for the main roster.
  • đŸ—Łïž How EC3 Described His Exit
  • From his public statement:
  • “My time with the National Wrestling Alliance has come to an end.”
  • He framed his departure as respectful and appreciative, not contentious.
  • From his interview:
  • He said he couldn’t add anything more to the NWA’s culture.
  • He stressed authenticity in wrestling and said indifference — not boos — is the real enemy.
  • 🔼 What’s Next for EC3?
  • EC3 has not announced his next move, but he made it clear his in‑ring career is far from over and that he intends to continue building something meaningful — possibly outside major promotions.
  • His next move remains unclear.

Aron Stevens Re‑Signs with NWA

  • The former champion commits to another two years.

Pretty Boy Smooth Signs Long‑Term Deal

  • NWA continues to lock down rising talent.

Colby Corino Says His Comeback Is “When, Not If”

  • Multi‑year deal signed; return imminent.

Gordon:

“The contractual landscape is shifting rapidly. Stability in the roster often precedes major storyline developments.”

🔍 5. Rumors & Industry Buzz

Former WWE Names Circling NWA

  • Multiple ex‑WWE talents spotted backstage.
  • Speculation of new signings or short‑term angles.

EC3’s Comments Stir Locker Room Talk

  • His “blackballed” claim has sparked debate about NWA’s internal politics. Here’s the full, factual breakdown of EC3’s “blackballed” situation, based entirely on verified reporting from Sportskeeda, eWrestlingNews, WrestleZone, Ringside News, and NewsBreak. No speculation — just what’s confirmed.

    ⭐ THE SHORT VERSION (What’s Actually True)
    EC3 did say he was “probably blackballed” from major wrestling promotions — but later clarified that it was sarcasm, not a literal claim. He says he isn’t blackballed at all, just misunderstood, and that wrestling media misreported his tone.

    đŸ§© WHAT EC3 ORIGINALLY SAID (THE “BLACKBALLED” COMMENT)
    During an interview on the Sportshadow YouTube channel, EC3 said:
    “I’m also probably blackballed from most of them because people can’t handle my authentic truth.”
    He was referring to why he hasn’t signed with a major promotion (WWE, AEW, TNA) since leaving NWA.
    Context of the original comment
    He said he hasn’t joined a major promotion because he refuses to compromise his personal philosophy.
    He suggested some companies “can’t handle” his honesty.
    He framed his absence as partly by choice, partly due to industry politics.
    This is the quote that wrestling media ran with.

    đŸ§© WHAT EC3 LATER CLARIFIED (THE WALK‑BACK)
    Two days later, EC3 posted a long clarification on Twitter/X saying:
    The “blackballed” line was sarcastic.
    He does not believe he’s blackballed.
    Media “can’t grasp tone or context.”
    He’s been building, not blocked — specifically:
    Developing Exodus Pro
    Working on a “creative conclusion” to The Top 1%
    Training talent
    He also mocked the idea:
    “Blackballed? Please. The only thing my balls are is sunned.”

    đŸ§© WHY THE STORY BLEW UP
    Because:
    EC3 left NWA on January 1.
    He hasn’t appeared in AEW, WWE, or TNA since.
    His original quote sounded serious without the sarcasm context.
    Media outlets ran headlines like “EC3 says he’s blackballed.”
    He then pushed back hard, saying the reporting was misleading.

    đŸ§© WHAT EC3 ACTUALLY BELIEVES NOW
    According to his clarification:
    He is NOT blackballed.
    He says:
    He’s choosing to work independently.
    He’s building Exodus Pro into a prestige indie.
    He’s crafting long‑term creative projects.
    No company has “power over him.”

    đŸ§© THE REAL TAKEAWAY
    EC3’s “blackballed” comment was:
    Said jokingly
    Reported seriously
    Clarified forcefully
    He insists he’s not banned, blocked, or frozen out — he’s simply working on his own terms.

Silas Mason’s Rising Profile

  • After impressing film directors (per earlier reporting), rumors suggest outside‑the‑ring opportunities may expand his visibility. Here’s the full story behind why people keep saying Silas Mason “impressed film directors” — and what that actually means for his future. This is all grounded in verified reporting from Ringside News.
  • ⭐ Short Version
  • Silas Mason impressed The Iron Claw director Sean Durkin so much with his performance as Terry “Bam Bam” Gordy that Durkin is now considering him for a major role in his next A24 film, Deep Cuts. This attention is a big reason Mason transformed his physique and stayed “camera‑ready” during his NWA title run.
  • 🎬 What Exactly Happened?
  • 1. Mason’s breakout acting role (2023)
  • Silas Mason played Terry “Bam Bam” Gordy in The Iron Claw, the acclaimed Von Erich biopic directed by Sean Durkin.
  • His portrayal reportedly left a strong impression on Durkin.
  • Mason’s physicality and presence stood out, even in a cast filled with major Hollywood names.
  • 2. Durkin wants him back
  • According to Ringside News:
  • Mason is in talks to reunite with Durkin for his next A24 project, Deep Cuts.
  • Filming is scheduled to begin as early as February 2026.
  • Mason’s name is being floated for a key role.
  • This is not rumor‑mill chatter — it’s directly tied to his previous performance.
  • 3. Why Mason transformed his body
  • A source told Ringside News that Mason’s dramatic physical transformation — dropping weight, adding definition — was driven by two goals:
  • Preparing for his run as NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion
  • Staying ready for his next major film opportunity
  • He’s been training like someone who expects a casting call at any moment.
  • 4. What this means for his future
  • If Mason lands the role:
  • He becomes one of the rare modern wrestlers to hold the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship and secure a major A24 acting role simultaneously.
  • It could elevate his mainstream profile the way The Iron Claw elevated several wrestlers and actors.

Ed:

“Oh my, folks — when Hollywood starts calling, you KNOW a champion’s star is shining bright!”

🧭 6. The Ed and Gordon Wrap-Up

Ed :

“Fans, what a week! Champions standing tall, tempers boiling over, and the rumor mill spinning like a Tilt‑A‑Whirl at the Calgary Stampede!”

Gordon :

“As we proceed into the spring schedule, the strategic implications for the NWA’s championship hierarchy are profound. Keep your eye on Silas Mason, Camaro Jackson, and the shifting alliances backstage.”