Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) is an American professional wrestling promotion. Jeff Jarrett, Jerry Jarrett, and executive Bob Ryder founded it on May 10, 2002, in Nashville, Tennessee. The company originally partnered with the National Wrestling Alliance under the name NWA: Total Nonstop Action. Unlike other promotions, it ran weekly pay-per-view events instead of monthly shows. TNA aimed to offer a “nonstop” and edgier product compared to its main competitor (Wikipedia).
In 2004, TNA dropped “NWA” from its name and became simply TNA Wrestling. Jerry and Jeff Jarrett led the company in its early years. Panda Energy provided financial backing, and Dixie Carter took over management starting in 2003. As a result, TNA quickly grew into the second-largest wrestling promotion in the United States, behind only WWE.
Anthem Sports & Entertainment acquired TNA in early 2017 and rebranded it as Impact Wrestling. However, in January 2024, the company restored the TNA Wrestling brand.
TNA faced financial challenges, including the loss of its Spike TV deal in 2014 and the exit of key talents. Nevertheless, it recovered through international distribution, especially on AXS TV, and by securing new television deals with TNT and TBS. Moreover, the company introduced innovations like the X Division (focused on athleticism and high-spots), the six-sided ring, and the Knockouts division (women’s wrestling). TNA also launched stars like AJ Styles and Samoa Joe, and attracted former WWE and ECW legends such as Kurt Angle and Sting.
Following Moose's victory over Lexis King in an X-Division Championship defense on February 25, NXT Champion Oba Femi challenged the TNA star to a match at Roadblock in Madison Square Garden.
The return of the Hardy Boyz and a special appearance by Moose are the highlights of this week's show.
WrestleVotes reports WWE creative team members expect The Hardy Boyz to transition from their NXT appearance to a main roster program later this spring or summer.
Former WWE star Ricochet responds to AEW's signing of "Speedball" Mike Bailey with a direct challenge on social media, promising to "squash" the former X Division Champion.
During Behind The Turnbuckle podcast, Matt Morgan strongly rejects Logan Paul's chances of winning the Men's Elimination Chamber match despite praising his abilities.
PWInsider reveals Jordynne Grace signed with WWE's main roster despite current NXT run, following Royal Rumble debut and departure from TNA.
Following AEW Collision vignette announcement, Mike Bailey confirms multi-year AEW contract signing, with visa process currently underway for debut.
WWE 2K25 developer Bryan Williams reveals plans for groundbreaking downloadable content, emphasizing the inclusion of unexpected wrestling personalities following the game's March launch.
WWE announces Oba Femi will defend NXT Championship against TNA X-Division Champion Moose at NXT Roadblock in Madison Square Garden.
Recent TNA Wrestling segment features AJ Francis taking a shot at WWE Superstar AJ Styles, potentially signaling future crossover as forbidden door agreement continues between both promotions.
Former WWE star Fandango reveals three-year working agreement between TNA and WWE during convention appearance, explaining cross-promotional activities will continue through 2028.
TNA Director of Authority Santino Marella and NXT-TNA Concierge Arianna Grace confirmed Cora Jade will face Masha Slamovich for the TNA Knockouts Title at Sacrifice.
Oba Femi appeared on February 20th episode of TNA iMPACT! Live, helping The Hardys and Leon Slater against The System after confronting Moose on NXT.
Wes Lee and NXT's Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe will face The Rascalz and Ace Austin at TNA Sacrifice on March 14 following recent cross-promotion action.
Joe Hendry once again provokes Reigns and Cena, leaving open the possibility of one day facing them.
Former WWE star Elijah interrupted The Colons' attack on Joe Hendry during his Championship Concert on February 20th TNA iMPACT! Live, leading to a tag team match announcement.
WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H addressed The Hardys accepting a challenge from No Quarter Catch Crew for next week's NXT in Cincinnati.
Moose defends the TNA X-Division Championship against Lexis King on the February 24th edition of WWE NXT, marking a historic inter-promotional match.
TNA World Tag Team Champions will make their return to WWE next week, facing the No Quarter Catch Crew.
TNA X-Division Champion Moose confronted WWE NXT North American Champion Oba Femi, responding to an open challenge on February 18 episode.
