Joe Hendry heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Hendry says that becoming #1 contender is a promise to himself to become a World Champion, and that it will be the beginning of "The Joe Hendry Era" and leave everyone chanting "We believe." Suddenly, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth shows up and says "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth will not be happy about this, as Hendry whines, complains and moans to the point that he tarnishes his brothers' reputation. He says Hendry thinks he is a hero and should be champion, but he is mid-carder, not a hero or a main eventer. Ryan also calls Hendry a snake and a backstabber who tries to get ahead in TNA and that he and Nic do not trust him, and that no one else should, either. Hendry says that since Ryan wants to make up stories, he will tell one of his own about how he could not get to sleep until his doctor told him about Ryan Nemeth's comedy special. He says that if he is a mid-carder, then Ryan is a janitor and he should mop the floor and get him a coffee. After Hendry tells Ryan to stop stealing TV time and glory, Ryan says he will get all the glory he needs when he faces and beats Rhino later, and gives Hendry a front row seat. Hendry then says that the match might as well happen right now, and it does.
"The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth beats Rhino by disqualification after Rhino stops him from using a metal folding chair as a weapon only for Rhino to hit Ryan in the back with it.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Jordynne Grace. Jordynne says that Tessa Blanchard took her ball and left, and now she is back and saying that TNA is hers despite all the hard work she put in to build it. She says she has represented TNA across oceans and companies and even during a pandemic. She says that she is not the same woman she was five years ago, and if Tessa wants to walk back in, she will be waiting to give her the welcome that she truly deserves.
Backstage, we hear from The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz). Wentz says that the tag team titles are being held by absolute legends, but they are making dreams come true and they are riding high. Trey says they want to face The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) for the tag team titles when The Hardys show up and say that The Rascalz remind them of themselves, and throws down the challenge for Genesis. He then says nothing will stop the Hardy train, but if The Rascalz win, they will have beaten the greatest. The Rascalz accept the challenge.
"Inevitable" Ace Austin beats KUSHIDA despite KUSHIDA hurting Austin's left arm during the match. After the match, Ace Austin thanks the fans for their continued support in Chris Bey's absence as well as for the love and support that everyone has shown to Chris. Ace talks about how he was with Chris before Chris went to surgery and how Chris told him he had to win the big one, then says that it is time to be the top guy with the top title and that he wants "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and the World Championship. Moose shows up and says Ace Austin mentioned the top title but forgot to mention his name, and says the X Division title is the flagship title, as without it, TNA would not be what it is and without him, TNA would not be the hottest company on the planet right now. He says that he is the one holding on to the top title, then says Ace is scared of him and tells him to take the easy way out and go after Nic Nemeth. Moose then mentions Chris Bey, which causes Ace to tell Moose to keep Chris' name out of his mouth. He also says that he has held the X Division Champion three times and has represented the division for years, then says that he is willing to be a four-time champion right now. Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and makes the match official for Genesis with the X Division title on the line.
Backstage, Eric Young and Steve Maclin have a conversation when Jonathan Gresham shows up. Eric Young asks what they are going to do when The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, JDC) show up. Maclin punches JDC, starting a brawl.
The TNA Moment of the Week is DCC (Bram and Eddie Kingston) vs. Decay (Abyss and Crazzy Steve) vs. The Broken Hardys ("Broken" Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy) for the TNA World Tag Team Championships on the January 26, 2017 episode of Impact Wrestling.
Backstage, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth mocks Rhino as he is checked on by the doctor. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth shows up wanting to know what has happened, and Rhino shows up angry when his name is brought up. Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and makes a tag team match, and Joe Hendry shows up to be Rhino's tag partner against Nic and Ryan.
Mike Santana heads to the ring with "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander's headgear in his hand. Santana admits he is disappointed after Final Resolution, but he is used to obstacles in his life and he has always beaten them. He then says it is time to get back to being the standard of TNA, then The Northern Armory ("The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander, Judas Icarus, Travis Williams) shows up. Alexander says a lot of people say they want to be the guy, but only few obtain it. Alexander says that he respects Santana and that iron sharpens iron, and says that the wars between The Latin-American Xchange and The North made him into who he was. He also says that The North sent LAX packing. Alexander then says that Santana making a name for himself after leaving TNA went nowhere, then says that he fought week after week until he became the guy, lost the world title just as quickly, and worked his way back to the title to become the standard. He says that as long as he is in TNA, Santana will never be the guy. As Alexander is about to leave, Santana says Alexander is right, but asks if it is because he was kissing the booker's ass. When Alexander gets mad, Santana calls him out on it, and this also leads to a "bald ass head" chant. Santana says he knows who Alexander is and what he is capable is, then says he can beat The Northern Armory and stomp Alexander out and claims he can beat them all in one night to prove he is "the nastiest ever."
Backstage, Director of Authority Santino Marella tells Jordynne Grace that security will handle Tessa Blanchard if she shows up.
Backstage, we hear from Frankie Kazarian. He says he will be waiting and plotting for the perfect time to take his shot at the World Championship when Leon Slater shows up. Kazarian tells Leon Slater that he has "it" and that all he needs is some mentoring, and says that he is willing to help him out. He then has Slater work as his trophy bearer and watch him wrestle, but Slater says he is here to start his own legacy, not be a young boy. Kazarian tells Slater to stay on that road if he wants and to remember who paved that road, and Slater tells him that he just might pass him on that road before he leaves. JDC then shows up and hopes Slater's demons do not catch up with him and that Slater is missing something.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth shows up. He mentions Joe Hendry being #1 contender for the World title and credits the fans for being behind him every step of the way, then mentions their match at Bound For Glory and Hendry coming close to becoming World Champion. Nic says that he has been blown away by Joe Hendry's ascension and knows what he is capable of, then says that representing the TNA locker room as World Champion has been one of his greatest moments. He says that Genesis will be a special night as Hendry is bringing everything he has and that he will do what it takes to stay champion, then mentions next week's tag team match. Ryan Nemeth then shows up and tells Nic that Hendry is a snake and that will stab him in the back just like how Rhino hit him with a chair for no reason, then says they will show Hendry and Rhino that "Nemeth" is synonymous with greatness. Nic reminds Ryan that they are in a tag team match because of him, and while they will take care of business, he needs to calm down. Nic leaves, then Ryan says Nic is very upset right now because of the fans.
It is revealed that the security guard that Director of Authority Santino Marella stationed earlier has been attacked.
Jordynne Grace, Masha Slamovich and Spitfire (Jody Threat and Dani Luna) beat Ash By Elegance, Heather By Elegance, Tasha Steelz and Rosemary in an eight-woman tag match. After the match, Tessa Blanchard gets in the ring and attacks Jordynne from behind. The losing team joins in, and Rosemary spits green mist into Masha Slamovich's eyes. Meanwhile, Tasha continues to attack Jordynne backstage, choking her with a backpack strap and dragging her down a ramp before telling her to stay out of TNA and shutting her out of the arena.
Here are the must-see moments from tonight's show!
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