The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for September 5, 2025

Before the next match, "The Mecca" Brian Johnson says there is a buzz in the locker room because they are ready for TNA to take over the wrestling world. He then says that they do not realize that he will be the one to take them to the promised land, but unfortunately, he has to start his quest for change in "this rathole known as Baltimore, Maryland," and that he is from "a winning city" in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

"The Mecca" Brian Johnson beats Jake Painter. After initially getting caught by the referee for using the ropes for leverage, Johnson gets the win by grabbing the tights after reversing a roll-up.

We look back on Abyss vs. Jeff Hardy vs. Mr. Anderson vs. Rob Van Dam for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Victory Road 2010.

We look back on Mike Santana and Steve Maclin vs. AJ Francis and Trick Williams from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Xia Brookside and Lei Ying Lee for Around the Ring. Topics include how Lei Ying Lee got to know Xia Brookside when the latter moved to the United States, how they both have a common interesting in American country music, and having fun on the water.

The Home Town Man beats Mance Warner with a schoolkid pin after avoiding a knee to the face. Warner attacks The Home Town Man after the match.