Nemeth defends, Santana signs with WWE

Timeline

1. 1 day ago

   [SPORTS] 3 sources

   TNA Impact July 30 Show: Nemeth vs Jeff Hardy, Ratings Reach Record

   TNA Impact returns July 30 from Philadelphia with Nemeth vs Jeff Hardy, while a July 23 episode set a record 307K viewers and strong demo ratings.

2. 2 days ago

   [SPORTS] 12 sources

   Mike Santana's New WWE Ring Name Cruz Montana Trademark Filed

   WWE trademarked the ring name “Cruz Montana” on July 24, shortly after Mike Santana’s NXT debut, and Santana has confirmed he will appear under the new name, though WWE has not officially announced it.

3. 2 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   TNA Impact: Nic Nemeth retains World Title while Cedric Alexander holds X‑Division crown

   Cedric Alexander retained the X‑Division title on July 16, while Nic Nemeth kept the World Championship on July 23, with Jada Stone advancing in the Knockouts tournament.

4. 6 days ago

   [SPORTS] 7 sources

   Nic Nemeth Defends TNA World Title at Albany Impact on July 23, 2026

   Nic Nemeth retained the TNA World Title at Albany’s Impact on July 23, 2026; tag titles were defended, a Knockouts tournament match ended in a draw, and a backstage vote set up the next International Champion.

5. 14 days ago

   [SPORTS] 9 sources

   Mike Santana teases WWE signing with New York video ahead of Saturday Night's Main Event

   Mike Santana posted a New York‑themed video on his free‑agency day, hinting at a WWE signing ahead of the July 18 Saturday Night’s Main Event, after losing the TNA title to Nic Nemeth.

6. 21 days ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Philadelphia to Host TNA World Championship Match Between Nic Nemeth and Jeff Hardy

   TNA's July 30 Impact will see Nic Nemeth defend the World Championship against Jeff Hardy at Philadelphia's Liacouras Center, broadcast on AMC.

7. 28 days ago

   [SPORTS] 2 sources

   Mike Santana poised to leave TNA for WWE after title loss

   Mike Santana, who lost the TNA World Championship to Nic Nemeth at Slammiversary, missed the July 2 iMPACT! show, prompting reports his contract ends mid‑July and WWE is courting him.

8. about 1 month ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Nic Nemeth captures TNA World Championship at Boston Slammiversary

   Nic Nemeth defeated Mike Santana at Boston’s Slammiversary to win the TNA World Championship, while Santana’s contract expires and sparks WWE rumors; the event boosted local hospitality revenue.

9. about 1 month ago

   [SPORTS] 4 sources

   Mike Santana Likely to Join WWE After Losing TNA World Championship

   Mike Santana dropped the TNA title at Slammiversary, his contract ends in July, and reports suggest a move to WWE.

10. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources

    Nic Nemeth Wins TNA World Championship at Slammiversary 2026

    Nic Nemeth captured the TNA World Championship from Mike Santana at Slammiversary 2026 in Boston, as the promotion also announced a new Knockouts Television title tournament, Hall of Fame inductees and its 2026

11. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources

    TNA Slammiversary 2026 in Boston draws 2,828 tickets, features title bouts and a mystery WWE debut

    TNA Slammiversary 2026 in Boston featured eight title bouts, with Mike Santana vs. Nic Nemeth as the main event, betting odds released, 2,828 tickets sold, and a surprise former WWE Intercontinental Champion to

12. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources

    Impact Wrestling (TNA) Loses Money, Faces Sale Rumors

    Impact Wrestling is losing money despite its AMC deal, prompting staff cuts and talent exits; Eric Bischoff warns the promotion may be near its end, while WWE sale rumors persist and Slammiversary 2026 faces ro

13. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Mike Santana Focuses on Slammiversary Amid WWE Rumors

    TNA champion Mike Santana acknowledges WWE signing rumors but says his focus is on defending his title against Nic Nemeth at Slammiversary in Boston on June 28.

14. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    TNA Impact Announces World Title Summit Featuring Nic Nemeth and Mike Santana

    TNA Impact’s June 25 episode adds a World Title Summit with Nic Nemeth vs. Mike Santana and a six‑man tag, building toward Slammiversary title matches.

15. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    TNA Slammiversary 2026 to showcase title defense and possible Hall‑of‑Famer cameo

    TNA Slammiversary 2026 in Boston will see Mike Santana defend his world title against Nic Nemeth, while the promotion eyes a Hall‑of‑Famer appearance.

16. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    TNA partnership with WWE deemed failure as layoffs and viewership slump continue

    TNA’s WWE partnership has faltered, leading to staff layoffs, stagnant viewership, and criticism that WWE has taken top talent without aiding TNA.

17. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Mike Santana's TNA Title Defense vs. Nic Nemeth at Slammiversary

    Mike Santana will defend the TNA World Championship against Nic Nemeth at Slammiversary; his contract expires soon and WWE interest is rumored, while Bully Ray pushes for Nemeth as a bigger champion.

18. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources

    Anthem Sports sets $30‑$50 million price range for potential sale of TNA Wrestling

    Anthem Sports’ Len Asper sets a $30‑$50 million price range for selling TNA Wrestling, citing debt and an AMC TV deal, after rejecting a $10 million offer in 2024; no sale is imminent.

19. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    TNA Wrestling's Future in Flux as WWE Shows Interest and Key Contracts Near Expiry

    TNA Wrestling's future is shaky after a stalled AMC TV deal, WWE interest in Mike Santana, and recent exits of stars like Tommy Dreamer and Tessa Blanchard.

20. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Mike Santana Retains TNA World Championship on Impact

    Mike Santana beat Eric Young to keep the TNA World Championship on Impact; Nic Nemeth postponed his cash‑in to Slammiversary.

21. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Mike Santana's Contract Expiry Spurs WWE Interest

    TNA World Champion Mike Santana's contract ends in July, prompting WWE interest to bring him onto the main roster, possibly via NXT, as former AEW star aims for a WrestleMania moment.

22. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources

    Mike Santana's TNA contract set to expire, sparking speculation on Slammiversary title match

    TNA World Champion Mike Santana's contract ends in July, prompting WWE interest and a challenge from AJ Francis for a Slammiversary title bout.

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