TNA Wrestling has officially prohibited intentional blading and excessive blood in matches, according to a PWInsider report. While accidental bleeding from hardway shots or facial injuries will still be allowed, the promotion has eliminated the practice of purposeful heavy bloodletting moving forward.
The policy shift prioritizes performer health and aims to maintain positive relationships with current and potential advertising partners. This decision comes as TNA prepares to air a previously taped dog collar match between Steve Maclin and Eric Young that features significant bloodshed—one of the last matches filmed before the new guidelines took effect.
TNA’s approach now aligns closer with WWE’s long-standing restrictions on blading, though differs from AEW’s more lenient blood policies for certain high-profile matches. The change could impact the presentation of TNA’s signature hardcore matches, though the promotion will still acknowledge realistic, unplanned bleeding when it occurs naturally during bouts.
This health-conscious move follows similar industry trends, with many promotions reducing extreme violence amid growing concussion research and increased mainstream scrutiny of wrestling’s physical risks. TNA talent have reportedly been informed of the policy update, which takes immediate effect for all future tapings and live events.