With TNA Slammiversary just days away, industry chatter is increasing about the potential for one or two WWE main roster talents to make surprise appearances at the event this Sunday. The speculation is a significant factor in the event’s success, which is already nearing a complete sell-out.
The most prominent rumor revolves around TNA original and current WWE star, AJ Styles. Speculation intensified after Anthem Sports Group President Carlos Silva described the event as “phenomenal,” a clear nod to Styles’s well-known moniker. Recent backstage reports give weight to this tease, indicating that securing Styles for the show has been a top priority for TNA leadership.
Discussions have reportedly taken place within WWE about sending at least one main roster talent to Slammiversary, adding to the foundation already built by the company’s partnership with the NXT brand.
That collaboration is already a major part of the show. In the main event, NXT’s Trick Williams is set to defend the TNA World Championship against Joe Hendry and Mike Santana. Additionally, NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne will face TNA Knockouts World Champion Masha Slamovich in a winner-take-all match with both titles on the line.
The combination of confirmed cross-promotional matches and the strong possibility of major surprises has driven significant business for TNA. The event is on track to be the company’s most-attended show in a decade, with all floor seats for the July 20th pay-per-view officially sold out.