The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for August 28, 2026

We look back on Bobby Lashley vs. "The Cowboy" James Storm for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship, the TNA X-Division Championship and the TNA King of the Mountain Championship from the August 11, 2016 episode of iMPACT!.

We look back on Trey Miguel vs. Special Agent Zero from Countdown to Lockdown.

We look back on for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship, the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship (3rd Belt), TNA X-Division Championship and the TNA World Tag Team Championship at Hard Justice 2007.

Before the next match, "The Mecca" Brian Johnson says it has been "Mecca vs. Everybody" since day one and that as he looks out and sees family and friends jump on his backwagon, he can tell them from the bottom of his heart that they can bent. He says he was the little engine that could yet nobody thought he would, then says he will step up for the franchise, step over the competition and change TNA into his image.

"The Mecca" Brian Johnson beats Cheeseburger after Cheeseburger nearly inadvertently runs into referee Daniel Spencer and Johnson pokes Cheeserburger in the eye behind Spencer's back before hitting The Process.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for August 21, 2026

We look back at Team Japan (Black Tiger, Minoru Tanaka, Hirooki Goto) vs. Team USA (Sonjay Dutt, Jay Lethal, Alex Shelley) in a World X Cup Six Sides of Steel Match from Lockdown 2006.

We look back on The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy), Elijah and Moose vs. The Nemeths ("The Wanted Man" Nic and "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth), AJ Francis and Frankie Kazarian in an eight-man tag match from last night's show.

We look back on Team Cage (Christian Cage, Kevin Nash, Matt Morgan, Rhino, Sting) vs. Team Tomko (Tomko, "The Phenomenal" A.J. Styles, "The Cowboy" James Storm, Brother Devon, Brother Ray) in a Lethal Lockdown Match from Lockdown 2008.

Elayna Black beats Sirena Linton, Gabby Forza and Harley Hudson after hitting Linton with the Blackout (and welcoming her to TNA) after Linton tries to steal a pinfall from Hudson.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for August 14, 2026

We look back on Angelina Love vs. Taylor Wilde vs. Awesome Kong for the TNA Knockouts Championship in a steel cage match at Lockdown 2009.

We look back on Jeff Hardy vs. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.

We look back on Team Jarrett ("The Phenomenal" A.J. Styles, Christopher Daniels, Jeff Jarrett, Samoa Joe) vs. Team Angle (Booker T, Kevin Nash, Kurt Angle, Scott Steiner) in a Lethal Lockdown Match from Lockdown 2009.

Eli Isom beats Ray Jaz.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for August 7, 2026

We look back on Kazarian vs. Homicide vs. Shannon Moore in a steel cage match for the vacant TNA X-Division Championship from Lockdown 2010.

We look back on Wendy Choo vs. Xia Brookside for the TNA Knockouts World Championship from last night's show.

We look back on D'Angelo Dinero vs. "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles in a steel cage match for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Lockdown 2010.

Before the next match, "The Mecca" Brian Johnson says that the legacy of TNA was built on the back of some of the most innovative performers, some of which have created the best matches in a TNA ring. He says that his opponent is no different and this opponent has a future in which he can really make an impact, then says he will slap him so far upside his head that he will think the ring has six sides. He says that if anyone starts a list of the future of TNA, it begins and ends with him.

"The Mecca" Brian Johnson beats Kuro. During the match, Brian Johnson gets caught using the bottom rope for leverage during a pinfall, and when Johnson argues with the referee, Kuro goes for a ripcord clothesline. Johnson ducks, and Kuro nearly hits the referee. Johnson thumbs Kuro in the eye, then hits The Process for the win.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for July 31, 2026

We look back on Jeff Hardy vs. Kurt Angle in a steel cage match from Lockdown 2012.

We look back on The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) vs. The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) in The Righteous Deletion from last night's show.

We look back on The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) vs. the team of Magnus and Samoa Joe in a steel cage match for the TNA World Tag Team Championships from Lockdown 2012.

Indi Hartwell beats Gabby Forza.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for July 24, 2026

We look back at Zema Ion vs. Christian York vs. Kenny King for the TNA X-Division Championship from Lockdown 2013.

We look back on KC Navarro vs. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.

We look back on Bully Ray vs. Jeff Hardy in a steel cage match for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Lockdown 2013.

Before the next match, Dak Draper (accompanied by fellow ROH alumni Amy Rose) introduces himself and talks about how he was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, then introduces Amy Rose as his business partner. He announces that with Amy Rose's help, he has become a homeowner now, and he has closed on his first house in Kansas City, Missouri. He says that he has already to suport the greatest franchise in the history of sports, the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Home Town Man beats Dak Draper - accompanied by fellow ROH alumni Amy Rose - after Amy Rose takes the cap-mask combination out of the hands of a young fan after The Home Town Man hands it to the fan only for Dak Draper to accidentally run into Amy Rose while coming at The Home Town Man from behind.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for July 17, 2026

We look back on Samoa Joe vs. Magnus in a steel cage match for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Lockdown 2014.

We look back on Fabian Aichner vs. Cedric Alexander for the TNA X-Division Championship from last night's show.

We look back on The Great Muta, Seiya Sanada and Yasu (spelled Yuza on the graphic at the beginning of the match) vs. Chris Sabin and Bad Influence (Kazarian and Christopher Daniels) from Lockdown 2014.

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge (who has to be turned around by Heather by Elegance) says he may be vision-impaired and may not be able to see, but he can still smell the fans. He then tells the fans to prepare to smell a garden of roses before introducing M by Elegance.

M by Elegance beats Shazza McKenzie.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for July 10, 2026

We look back on The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) vs. The Revolution ("The Cowboy" James Storm and Abyss) for the TNA World Tag Team Championships in a Six Sides of Steel Match from Lockdown 2015.

We look back on Lei Ying Lee vs. Xia Brookside in a no-disqualification match for the TNA Knockouts World Championship from last night's show.

We look back on Team Angle (Kurt Angle, Austin Aries, Gunner, Lashley) vs. The Beat Down Clan (MVP, Kenny King, Samoa Joe, Low Ki) in a Lethal Lockdown Match from Lockdown 2015.

The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) beat Manny Lemons and El Pirata de la Muerte.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for July 3, 2026

We look back on EC3 vs. Matt Hardy in a steel cage match for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Lockdown 2016.

We look back on Eric Young vs. Ricky Sosa from Slammiversary 2026.

Gia Miller interviews Director of Authority Santino Marella for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include movie tastes, favorite movies, food preferences, and memorable restaurant experiences.

Special Agent Zero beats Jamie Stanley.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for June 26, 2026

We look back on Amazing X vs. Alex Shelley vs. Robbie E vs. Shannon Moore in an Ultimate X match to decide a #1 contender for the TNA X-Division Championsip at Destination 2011.

We look back on Frankie Kazarian, Cedric Alexander and Mr. Elegance vs. Leon Slater, Fabian Aichner and KC Navarro in a six-man tag match from last night's show.

Gia Miller intervies Ricky Sosa for Around the Ring. Topics discussed included Sosa's interests outside of wrestling such as piano and soccer, favorite sports teams, and Sosa's skill in other sports.

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge George Iceman says it is a sad day to be in Sacramento, California, which he calls "an absolute cesspool," before introducing Heather by Elegance as "a beauty from the angelic realms" and "an angel from Heaven."

Heather by Elegance beats Brittnie Brooks.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for June 19, 2026

We look back on Nick Aldis vs. Alex Shelley for the Impact Wrestling World Championship from Slammiversary 2023.

We look back on Moose and The Broken Hardys ("Broken" Matt Hardy and Brother Nero) vs. The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Bear Bronson) from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth for Around the Ring. Topics include Spongebob Squarepants and the episodes and movies that Ryan Nemeth has seen so far.

The Home Town Man beats John Skyler in a match that sees Skyler say that Sacramento, California sucks only to be told by a fan in the crowd that Sacramento hates him too, Skyler nearly keeping The Home Town Man from handing a mask to a young fan in the crowd, and Skyler spitting in a Sacremento Kings jersey.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for June 12, 2026

We look back on Trinity vs. "The Virtuosa" Deonna Purrazzo for the Impact Wrestling Knockouts World Championship from Slammiversary 2023.

We look back on KC Navarro vs. Mustafa Ali for the TNA International Championship from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Allie for Around the Ring. Topics include the perks of being alive again after spending so much time in the Undead Realm, Allie's favorite animals, and Allie's top five scary movies.

Jason Hotch beats BDE after John Skyler distracts referee John Gastineau.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for June 5, 2026

We look back on Frankie Kazarian vs. Eddie Edwards from Slammiversary 2023.

We look back on the Wicked Garden Match between The Broken Hardys ("Broken" Matt Hardy and Brother Nero) vs. The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch).

Gia Miller interviews KC Navarro for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include In 'n Out Burger and other food spots to look for while on the road, pizza chains in Florida, and pineapple on pizza.

Jada Stone beats Brittnie Brooks and Harley Hudson in a triple threat match.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for May 29, 2026

We look back on Joe Hendry vs. Mike Santana vs. Trick Williams for the TNA World Championship from Slammiversary 2025.

We look back on Lei Ying Lee and The Elegance Brand (Heather by Elegance and M by Elegance) vs. Xia Brookside, Elayna Black and Mara Sadé in a Knockouts Champions' Challenge match from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Tasha Steelz for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include checking out what a town has to offer before the show (including gyms), being inspired by Chyna and Jazz, and DDP Yoga.

The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) beat The Verdict ("VSK" Vinny Scalice and Bryce Donovan).

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for May 22, 2026

We look back on The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz) vs. The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) vs. Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro) vs. The Nemeths ("The Wanted Man" Nic and "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth) in a ladder match for the TNA World Tag Team CHampionships at Slammiversary 2025.

We look back on Steve Maclin vs. Mike Santana for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Daria Rae for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include the ritual of workout and food at every new town, the ingredients for a perfect cheeseburger, the difference between Northerners and Southerners in the United States, and the ideal pizza slice.

Before the next match, Joe Alonzo proclaims that he is back in TNA and that his return was wasted on a city whose claim to fame is a basketball team who peaked before he was even born. He says that everyone loves nostalgia, but today, the city of Syracuse, New York is full of losers, including Eli Isom. He then says people hate him because he ain't him, and if he weren't him, he would hate him, too.

Joe Alonzo beats Eli Isom after reversing a roll-up and grabbing the tights on the pinfall attempt.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for May 15, 2026

We look back on Leon Slater vs. Moose for the TNA X-Division Championship from Slammiversary 2025.

We look back on EC3 vs. Eric Young in a no-disqualification match from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Leon Slater for Around the Ring. Topic discussed include Leon Slater's journey in TNA, the re-introduction of the game of Mafia into the locker room, and staying in haunted hotels.

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge George Iceman says that if there would ever a place on God's green Earth that could be graced by beauty, style and class, it would be a dump like Syracuse, New York.

Jada Stone beats M by Elegance after taking out Mr. Elegance and Heather by Elegance with a moonsault off the top rope to the outside before knocking Ash by Elegance off the apron with a backspring kick to the face leading into the Spark Stunner on M by Elegance.

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We look back on The IInspiration (Cassie Lee and Jessie McKay) vs. The Elegance Brand (Heather by Elegance and M by Elegance) for the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Champoionships from Slammiversary 2025.

We look back on Lei Ying Lee vs. Arianna Grace for the TNA Knockouts World Championship from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Mila Moore for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include the wine room that the both of them were recently in, Mila Moore's trip to the Undead Realm, what Mila Moore has been up to since returning from the Undead Realm, recent travel issues, and what is next for Mila Moore.

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge George Iceman calls Mr. Elegance "a real life Da Vinci painting" and "a Greek god chiseled by Zeus himself."

Mr. Elegance beats BDE, The Home Town Man and Jason Hotch in a four-way match after hitting Excuse Moi on BDE after BDE hits Jason Hotch out of the air with a Clip Cutter.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for May 1, 2026

Elayna Black beats Sophia Rose.

We look back on Frankie Kazarian vs. Elijah in a Walk With Elijah Match from last night's show.

We look back on The Malisha (Masha Slamovich and Alisha Edwards) vs. Spitifre (Dani Luna and Jody Threat) for the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championships from Slammiversary 2024.

Gia Miller interviews "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include a potential year-end edition of Around the Ring with awards.

John Skyler beats Orion.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for April 24, 2026

We look back on "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander vs. Frankie Kazarian vs. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth vs. Joe Hendry vs. Steve Maclin in a six-way elimination match for the TNA World Championship from Slammiversary 2024.

We look back on Rich Swann vs. Mike Santana for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Frankie Kazarian for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include favorite ring jackets, fashion inspirations, and this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge George Iceman says he has tried New Orleans, Louisiana's gumbo and claims that it tastes worse then the fans' mothers smell, then says that the fans will be graced with the potent scent of rose petals and beauty personified as he introduced Mr. Elegance.

Mr. Elegance beats Simon Philips.

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for April 17, 2026

We look back at ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) vs. The System (Eddie Edwards and Brian Myers) for the TNA World Tag Team Championships at Slammiversary 2024.

We look back on Jada Stone vs. "Doomsday" Dani Luna from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews John Skyler for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include the dog that Skyler adopted, as well as favorite movies.

Harley Hudson beats Alex Gracia.