Major League Wrestling is significantly expanding its production capabilities and on-air talent roster, with actor Danny McBride\’s existing partnership taking on a more prominent role.
SEScoops has learned that McBride will become a regular fixture on MLW broadcasts going forward, with his Don Gato character featured in ongoing vignettes throughout programming. The expanded presence also includes McBride\’s Don Gato Tequila being served at upcoming MLW events.
The increased visibility for McBride coincides with major behind-the-scenes developments at the promotion. MLW is actively staffing up its post-production team amid rumors of a new weekly series project in development. Sources indicate the promotion is currently seeking backstage correspondents specifically for the rumored weekly programming.
McBride, known for his work on HBO\’s \”Eastbound & Down\” and \”The Righteous Gemstones,\” has maintained a relationship with MLW through his Don Gato character. The expanded role suggests MLW is leveraging McBride\’s mainstream entertainment credibility as the promotion positions itself for a programming upgrade.
The simultaneous production expansion and talent search strongly indicate MLW is preparing for a significant increase in content output. While the promotion has not officially confirmed plans for a weekly series, the infrastructure buildout and elevated star power point to ambitious expansion plans in the works.
TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva has confirmed the company is actively finalizing a significant television rights agreement set to begin in January 2026. Speaking on the Battleground Podcast, Silva revealed the deal has progressed beyond preliminary discussions.
\”We\’re no longer just talking. We\’re now in the middle of the deal,\” he stated, adding that both parties are enthusiastic about the partnership.
\”We just kind of got to get through the paperwork, understand certain deal terms and push and pull from both sides.\”
TNA Making an Impact in 2026
The timing proves crucial for TNA\’s strategic planning. \”The deal that we\’re contemplating starts at the beginning of 2026. Being October 1st, the timing is great. We can get some things done, dot the I\’s, cross the T\’s, and then really put our efforts around marketing and packaging,\” Silva explained.
The new agreement comes as TNA expands its operational model for 2026. Silva confirmed plans to increase live programming while maintaining some taped content. \”We\’re going to continue to do more live in 2026,\” he said, noting the company is studying successful models like WWE\’s NXT Performance Center to balance live weekly programming with operational efficiency.
Silva emphasized TNA won\’t rush to full weekly live broadcasts immediately but aims to grow strategically. \”I don\’t think we\’ll be going live 52 weeks a year in 2026 yet, but certainly we want to be live every week,\” he stated.
TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva has clarified Joe Hendry\’s contractual status following recent speculation about the breakout star\’s relationship with WWE.
During an appearance on the Battleground Podcast, Silva directly addressed questions about Hendry\’s future.
\”He\’s still a TNA guy,\” Silva confirmed.
Silva praised Hendry\’s contributions across both promotions. \”Joe\’s been great for us, Joe\’s been great with WWE and NXT. We\’ll continue to work through that together as good partners do,\” he explained, before reiterating Hendry\’s current status: \”He is [TNA], until he\’s not, but you know, he is.\”
The clarification comes amid TNA\’s expanding partnership with WWE and NXT. Silva described the relationship as a long-term strategic play rather than short-term collaboration.
\”We entered into the partnership to make it bigger than just the way it starts. You start dating, you go to the movies, you go to dinner; it takes time,\” he noted.
Despite the crossover success, Silva emphasized TNA\’s commitment to maintaining its distinct identity. \”We\’re playing the long game here. Inside of all of that, though, we\’re still TNA and we\’ve always been TNA,\” he stated. \”WWE and NXT both understand that TNA is its own property. Everyone\’s got to have your own property because that\’s how you build the foundation.\”
Joe Hendry and the TNA-NXT Connection
Joe Hendry\’s crossover appearances in WWE NXT served as a crucial precursor to the ongoing TNA-NXT Invasion storyline. After his viral NXT debut in June 2024, Hendry became an increasingly prominent figure, competing in both TNA and WWE events. His appearances included challenging for the NXT Championship at No Mercy, entering the Royal Rumble as the first reigning TNA champion to compete, and sharing the WrestleMania 41 stage with Randy Orton, where he made a surprise appearance as Orton\’s mystery opponent. These high-profile NXT and WWE showings helped establish Hendry as a key link between the two promotions, laying foundation for the Invasion angle that would see TNA and NXT rosters collide in 2025.
Japanese wrestling star Sareee made her Ring of Honor debut on Wednesday at the promotion\’s TV tapings, which took place just before AEW Dynamite\’s 6th Anniversary show went live.
The 29-year-old veteran brings significant international experience to ROH\’s women\’s division. Sareee began her career at age 15 in Japan, working primarily with World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana from 2011 to 2020, where she became a two-time Diana World Champion.
In 2020, WWE signed Sareee, and she performed on the NXT brand under the ring name Sarray from 2021 to 2023. Her WWE tenure ended due to creative differences, and she departed in March 2023.
Since returning to Japan, Sareee has worked across multiple promotions including Seadlinnng, Stardom, and Dream Star Fighting Marigold, where she became the inaugural Marigold World Champion. She currently holds both the IWGP Women\’s Championship and the Sukeban World Championship (as Sareee Bomb), making her one of the most decorated active wrestlers on the independent scene.
Her ROH appearance marks a potential expansion into AEW-affiliated programming and could signal additional U.S. bookings for the multi-time champion.
World Wrestling Entertainment has filed a new trademark application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the name \”SHOWDOWN,\” marking a strategic rebrand of its upcoming crossover event scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The event, which will feature competitors from both NXT and TNA, was originally planned under the name \”INVASION.\” However, WWE made the decision to change the title due to sensitivity concerns surrounding the October 7 date, which marks the anniversary of the 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas, an ongoing conflict with hostages still held in captivity.
According to USPTO records, the new \”SHOWDOWN\” trademark application was filed on September 30, 2025, and is currently awaiting examination. The application covers entertainment services related to professional wrestling events, broadcast media, and sports entertainment information.
WWE NXT Showdown
This marks WWE\’s return to the \”SHOWDOWN\” brand after a previous iteration. The company had held a trademark for \”WWE SHOWDOWN\” that was filed in November 2011, but that registration was abandoned in July 2015 due to inactivity after WWE failed to file required statements of use.
The NXT vs. TNA crossover event represents a significant collaboration between WWE\’s developmental brand and the independent promotion, generating considerable interest among professional wrestling fans. The name change demonstrates WWE\’s awareness of global events and commitment to avoiding potential controversy surrounding the event\’s branding.
Wrestling veteran Bully Ray has voiced his support for WWE\’s decision to rename the NXT vs TNA premium live event from \”Invasion\” to \”Showdown,\” explaining why the original name never made sense from a storyline perspective.
Speaking on Busted Open After Dark, Ray questioned the logic behind calling it an invasion when the two brands have been collaborating for months. \”I was scratching my head about the whole \’Invasion\’ name. Because how do you have an invasion when just a couple of months ago—maybe six months ago, however long—it\’s been, these two brands have been working together?\” he explained.
Ray emphasized that this situation differs significantly from past wrestling invasions. \”This wasn\’t like the ECW/WCW invasion of WWE back in the day. This wasn\’t like any type of invasion storyline or angle we\’re used to seeing. These are two brands that have gotten together, brand new relationship, and now things are starting to go a little bit wrong.\”
The name change came after backlash over the original title\’s negative connotations and its proximity to the anniversary of the 2023 Hamas attacks. Ray believes \”Showdown\” better captures the competitive nature of two collaborative brands whose relationship has turned contentious.
\”So it\’s no longer an invasion. It\’s a showdown, which I think is a far better name for this upcoming PLE—Showdown instead of Invasion,\” Ray concluded.
All Elite Wrestling marks a major milestone this Wednesday, October 1, as AEW Dynamite celebrates its sixth anniversary with an extended 2.5-hour special event live from the Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida.
The anniversary show, airing at 8 PM ET/7 PM CT on TBS and HBO Max, features a loaded card headlined by a Trios Match pitting AEW World Champion Hangman Adam Page, Powerhouse Hobbs, and Samoa Joe against Jon Moxley, Daniel Garcia, and Claudio Castagnoli.
Also scheduled for the evening:
TNT Championship: Kyle Fletcher defends against Orange Cassidy
Mixed Tornado Tag Match: Darby Allin and Kris Statlander vs. Wheeler Yuta and Marina Shafir
Trios Match: Josh Alexander and Young Bucks take on AEW World Tag Team Champions Kenny Omega and Brodido
The special broadcast also promises the Hollywood, Florida return of “Timeless” Toni Storm, plus the highly anticipated return of Jurassic Express.
Since its debut in October 2019, AEW Dynamite has established itself as a major force in professional wrestling, and this anniversary celebration looks to deliver one of the biggest episodes in the show’s history.
Tune in Wednesday night for what promises to be a memorable celebration.
Robert Patrick believes John Cena has what it takes to become the next Terminator, a sentiment he first expressed to the WWE G.OA.T nearly two decades ago.
The actor, who memorably portrayed the T-1000 in Terminator 2: Judgment Day, revealed in a new interview with Monopoly Events that he pitched the idea to Cena while they were filming WWE Studios\’ The Marine in 2006.
\”Oh, I told John that early on when we were doing the Marine,\” Patrick said. \”I said, when I was doing the Marine with him, I said, \’you could be the next Terminator, man.\’ He could be. He\’d be great.\”
The Marine marked one of Cena\’s first major acting roles, launching what would become a successful transition from WWE Superstar to Hollywood actor. Nearly 20 years later, the pair have reunited on screen for Peacemaker Season 2, which is currently airing on Amazon Prime Video.
Before becoming Peacemaker’s dad, Robert Patrick (@robertpatrickT2) starred in 2006’s The Marine with John Cena.
Patrick\’s endorsement carries significant weight given his iconic status in the Terminator franchise. While no official plans exist for Cena to join the series, the veteran actor\’s confidence in Cena\’s abilities speaks to the physical presence and charisma the 16-time WWE Champion brings to action roles.
Interestingly, Cena recently admitted he didn\’t take filming of The Marine seriously at the time, viewing it primarily as a promotional vehicle for WWE. His career trajectory since then suggests Patrick\’s early assessment was prescient.
The WWE Vault delivered a treasure trove of nostalgia this week, releasing an hour-plus compilation video showcasing seven matches from current WWE stars during their independent wrestling days.
The collection spans over a decade of indie wrestling history, featuring some surprising matchups that hardcore fans will appreciate. Seth Rollins, performing as Tyler Black, takes on the late Jay Briscoe in a 2007 encounter. CM Punk faces off against Ace Steel in a 2005 bout that predates his WWE Championship reign.
Current Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER, then known as WALTER, battles the hardcore legend Nick Gage in a 2018 match that highlights his pre-WWE dominance. Aleister Black (Tommy End) showcases his striking prowess against TJP in 2016, while Adam Pearce tests his skills against X-Pac (Sean Waltman) in 2005.
The compilation also includes Jeff Cobb, wrestling as JC Mateo, against Jaka in 2017, and Joaquin Wilde (DJZ) facing Mustafa Ali in 2018.
While WWE\’s premium live events remain on paid streaming platforms, the company continues to reward fans with free classic content through its YouTube channel. The WWE Vault has become a goldmine for wrestling enthusiasts seeking rare footage and historical perspectives on today\’s top performers.
Steven Borden, son of WWE Hall of Famer Sting, will make his professional wrestling debut in October at \”52W HARDWAY: LIVE WRESTLING NIGHTS\” in New York City. The event, presented in partnership with artist Raymond Pettibon, Darby Allin, and AEW\’s Charlie Ramone, combines live wrestling with contemporary art across two nights on October 3 and 10.
Borden brings a strong athletic foundation to wrestling, having played tight end for the University of Kentucky and briefly signing with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2015 as an NFL prospect. He has been training extensively with Darby Allin, Adam Copeland (formerly Edge), and the tag team FTR in preparation for his in-ring debut.
He made a memorable appearance at AEW Revolution earlier in 2025 following his father\’s retirement match, where he paid tribute by wearing Sting\’s iconic nWo Wolfpac attire. His debut comes just months after Sting\’s emotional farewell from professional wrestling.
The wrestling lineup features established and emerging talent including Darby Allin, Killer Kross, AR Fox, Sid Ellington, Kiran Grey, and Timothy Thatcher alongside Borden. The 52W HARDWAY exhibit represents a unique fusion of professional wrestling and fine art, creating an interdisciplinary event for both wrestling fans and art enthusiasts in New York City.
WWE NXT wrestler Edris Enofe announced his departure from the company on Monday, September 29, marking the end of a four-year tenure with the promotion.
In a video posted to social media, Enofe stated: “As of today, I will officially be leaving the WWE. This is a decision I have thought about for a very long time, and I’m gonna trust my gut on this.”
The 31-year-old expressed gratitude to colleagues throughout the organization, saying:
“For the past 4 years I have had the chance to meet and work with incredible people, from the wrestlers, to the referees, the creative teams, the medical staff and of course all the coaches who put in so much time and effort into making me better, and for that I will always, always appreciate y’all.”
He concluded by thanking fans for their support over the years.
Edris Enofe in WWE
Enofe signed with WWE in 2021 following tryouts during SummerSlam weekend in Las Vegas as part of the initial NXT 2.0 class. A U.S. Navy veteran, he gained attention with a standout debut and became known for his charisma and athletic ability.
His most notable run came as part of a tag team with Malik Blade, with the duo becoming popular among NXT audiences and frequently challenging for the NXT Tag Team Championships, though they never captured the titles. The team made their debut on the January 11, 2022 episode of NXT as part of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic tournament, advancing to the semi-finals.
Enofe’s last WWE match was a loss to Lince Dorado at an NXT live event on July 25. Following Blade’s injury in October 2024, Enofe appeared sparingly in singles competition, primarily wrestling for WWE Evolve.
Enofe is the second NXT star to depart the company in less than a week, following Jazmyn Nyx’s announcement.
WWE has announced the main event lineups for its upcoming two-night tour of Japan on October 17-18 at Sumo Hall in Tokyo.
October 17 Main Events
WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins (c) vs. CM Punk
Triple Threat Match: IYO SKY (WWE Women\’s United States Champion) vs. GIULIA (WWE United States Women\’s Champion) vs. Rhea Ripley
Tag Team Match: Shinsuke Nakamura & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
October 18 Main Events
Six-Man Tag Team Match: CM Punk, Shinsuke Nakamura & Jey Uso vs. Seth Rollins (WWE World Heavyweight Champion), Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
Singles Match: GIULIA (WWE United States Women\’s Champion) vs. Kairi Sane (with Asuka)
Tag Team Match: IYO SKY (WWE Women\’s World Champion) & Rhea Ripley vs. Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez
WWE’s 2025 Japan tour takes place just days after Crown Jewel in Perth, setting the stage for the next major Premium Live Event, Survivor Series, on November 29.
In a compelling new episode of Going Ringside, Scott Johnson sits down with AEW Owner Tony Khan for a wide-ranging conversation covering the company’s homecoming in Jacksonville, the star power of the AEW roster, and the boundary-breaking rise of stars MJF and Toni Storm into national pop culture.
AEW boasts one of the richest rosters in professional wrestling, but two names stand out for their recent forays into mainstream entertainment: MJF and Toni Storm. Tony Khan himself highlighted both as examples of AEW’s ability to nurture stars who are crossing into movie stardom while still excelling inside the ring.
MJF: Wrestling’s Hollywood Breakthrough
Tony Khan spoke passionately about MJF’s transformation from wrestling star to legitimate Hollywood actor:
“MJF\’s a huge, huge wrestling star and now he\’s becoming a star of movies. He got a great role playing Happy Gilmore\’s son in Happy Gilmore 2. Happy Gilmore 2 is the most watched movie in America this year. And MJF\’s a big part of the movie… He\’s filming another movie right now. For AEW, the executives, we are proud of what MJF is doing.
Even if he\’s not the most popular guy with some of the fans or the other wrestlers, he\’s a huge part of AEW and he\’s working really hard. He just had two incredible matches last weekend in two different countries.”
Khan didn’t shy away from MJF’s divisive persona.
“MJF\’s not the most popular guy backstage… most of the wrestlers don\’t really like him very much… but everybody is very impressed with what he\’s doing. He is a really hardworking guy and I am very impressed with MJF. I think he\’s an incredible wrestling talent when he focuses on the wrestling.
I think MJF is one of the best, but he always takes shortcuts. He\’s always trying to cheat his way to the top. And I don\’t even think he needs to… he\’s really gifted wrestler and a student of wrestling, a student of acting now and he\’s doing a great job with it.”
Toni Storm: Timeless Star Power
AEW’s Timeless Toni Storm represents a different kind of crossover excellence – one blending wrestling charisma with classic Hollywood stardom. Khan shared,
“She is an icon and I think that that iconic presence was always inside of her… She was at the time in her mid 20s yet she had this timeless presence that she was going to clearly have throughout her career. This aura, this way of speaking, all these things that Toni Storm brings.
She\’s an incredible wrestler and she\’s so charismatic and the fans respect her. This transition she\’s made to timeless Toni Storm – she\’s found the classic movie star inside of herself and she\’s become the first wrestler… to be on TCM Turner Classic Movies. She is truly a timeless movie star, a timeless wrestler and a great, great charismatic presence.”
He also called her one of the biggest stars in wrestling and specifically praised her recent matches against Mercedes Monaet and her role in AEW’s “great 2025.”
Leadership, Multi-Tasking, and Surviving WWE’s Competition
As AEW continues to battle the global wrestling giant WWE—especially during overlapping live event nights—Khan reflected on the resilience and innovation that define AEW’s approach:
“We\’re having a great year. We\’ve been able to stick and move and make it work really well for us. There\’s always going to be tough competition and in this sport, it\’s very tough competition… We\’ve really grown the audience in 2025. Not only have we added HBO Max and put new viewers on streaming, we\’ve got more people watching the shows on cable than we did last year… It\’s kind of the opposite of what the analysts had predicted when we started Simo Casting.”
Regarding his demanding schedule running AEW, the Jaguars, and Fulham FC:
“It\’s really hard, but I do love it. I love the stuff I do. And I love being on call for football, for pro wrestling. I\’m very lucky to work in the NFL and the Premier League and AEW. And all those things are going really well in 2025.
We\’re having a great start to the Jags season. Fulham are off to a great start with their season. And AEW… it\’s been a great 2025 for AW. I just want to work hard and keep working hard to keep it going strong for AEW and the Jags and Fulham.”
Tony Khan’s passion and vision for AEW shine through in this conversation – as does his pride in a roster that’s not just dominant in the ring but is making waves far beyond. MJF and Toni Storm exemplify the kind of crossover excitement AEW is building, and Khan’s relentless multi-tasking shows why the company stands tall against even the stiffest competition.
Live from: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC Streaming: Netflix, 7 PM ET/4 PM PT
Programming Note: WWE Raw will have an early start time of 7pm ET.
Matches and Appearances
Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. Rusev — Intercontinental Championship Dominik defends his title against the surging Rusev in one of Raw’s featured championship bouts.
Iyo Sky & Rhea Ripley Both will appear in key segments, fueling the evolving storyline around the WWE Women’s Championship picture.
Bayley vs. Raquel Rodriguez Conflict between Damage CTRL’s leader and her powerful rival adds an extra personal edge to Raw’s women’s division.
The Usos vs. The Vision (Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed) — Tornado Tag Team Match The Usos face off against the dominant Vision pairing in tag team action.
AJ Styles & Dragon Lee vs. Los Americanos High-flying action expected as Styles teams with Dragon Lee against the international duo of Los Americanos.
TNA held the latest round of TNA Impact tapings Saturday night from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
These tapings included big storyline progressions for the next pay-per-view, Bound For Glory, and saw both a major women’s title being vacated and the tag title changing hands.????????????????
September 27, 2025 – Edmonton, Alberta
Opening Segment: AJ Francis hosted a “First Class Penthouse” with Myron Reed. Francis insulted Reed, who countered an attempted table attack with a dive to the outside.
Dani Luna vs. Jody Threat: Dani Luna defeated Jody Threat.
Four-Way Tag: The System defeated The Rascalz, The Great Hands, and Sinner & Saint in a four-way match.
King’s Speech Segment: Frankie Kazarian’s promo led to a six-person tag being set up. Trick Williams stated if Santana touched him before Bound for Glory, their match would be canceled. Santana, provoked, got physical during this setup.
Six-Person Tag: Matt Hardy, Leon Slater & Indi Hartwell defeated Frankie Kazarian, Trick Williams & Kelani Jordan; Leon Slater pinned Kazarian.
Knockouts Tag Team Title Match: The IInspiration (Cassie Lee & Jessica McKay) defeated The Elegance Brand (Heather By Elegance & M By Elegance) to win the TNA Knockouts Tag Team Titles.
Angel Warriors vs. Ava Lawless & Kat Von Heez: The Angel Warriors defeated Ava Lawless & Kat Von Heez.
Nick Nemeth vs. Hometown Man: Nick Nemeth picked up the victory.
Alisha Edwards vs. Tasha Steelz: Alisha Edwards won.
Matt Cardona vs. Ryan Nemeth: Matt Cardona won.
Mustafa Ali vs. JDC: Mustafa Ali picked up a win.
No DQ: Eric Young defeated Joe Hendry.
Moose vs. Ridge Holland: Moose won after Holland suffered an apparent injury.
Main Event: Mike Santana defeated Cedric Alexander.
Contract Signing: Indi Hartwell and Kelani Jordan signed a contract, presumably for an upcoming Knockouts Championship match.
Promos: Trick Williams and Mike Santana each delivered promos.
Storyline and Title Implications
The IInspiration’s Knockouts Tag Team Title win kicks off a rematch feud for Bound For Glory.
Multiple Bound For Glory matches set, including Indi Hartwell vs. Kelani Jordan for the Knockouts title.
An ongoing feud continues between Trick Williams and Mike Santana, with high stakes for their eventual singles match.
WWE referee Aja Smith responded to criticism and discussion surrounding her botched pin call during the recent SmackDown match involving Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton by stating on her Instagram:
“I see all the love. I’m just human, but I can promise that I strive to always be better. Which will forever be my goal as long as I’m on this journey. I love this just like y’all. That I can swear to you.”
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What Happened
The controversy unfolded when Smith, officiating the match, stopped her three-count on a pin attempt by Tiffany Stratton on Nia Jax without an apparent kick out from Jax, leading to confusion and an awkward moment.
WWE later edited the mistake out of their official YouTube replays, but the incident drew notable attention on social media over the weekend.
Fans and colleagues have shown support for Smith, acknowledging that mistakes happen and applauding by her professionalism in addressing the situation candidly.
WWE has filed a new trademark for the name \”PJ Vasa” with the US Patent & Trademark office. The application covers usage related to entertainment services, including wrestling exhibitions and performances by a professional wrestler and entertainer, both live and broadcast via television, radio, and digital media platforms.
This move likely signals WWE\’s intention to introduce a new character, persona, or talent under this name in future programming. WWE commonly files trademarks for new ring names prior to talent debuts or repackaging existing wrestlers, suggesting \”PJ Vasa\” may soon appear in NXT, Raw, or SmackDown.
Ricky Saints defeated Oba Femi to win the NXT Championship at No Mercy 2025, ending Femi’s lengthy reign as champion in a high-intensity main event.
Oba Femi dominated early with his power offense, including multiple chokeslams and counters to Ricky Saints’ known spear attack. Saints showed resilience, mounting several comebacks including a Samoan Drop, various DDTs, and several nearfalls that almost secured him the win.
The climax came after Ricky Saints countered Femi’s second “Fall from Grace” powerbomb, landing a fourth DDT and scoring a clean pin to capture the NXT Championship.
This win marks a major shift in the NXT landscape, as Femi’s dominant run was considered one of the strongest in recent history.
The match headlined a stacked card and was pivotal to the ongoing storyline rivalry between NXT and TNA stars featured in recent programming. Ricky Saints’ NXT Championship win at No Mercy 2025 was the central moment of the night’s event.
WWE NXT No Mercy 2025 took place September 27 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, featuring multiple championship matches and a notable TNA invasion storyline.
Je’Von Evans defeated Josh Briggs in a singles match.
Sol Ruca retained the WWE Speed Championship against Jaida Parker.
Jordynne Grace defeated Blake Monroe in a weaponized cage match, a bout involving creative use of weapons and dramatic finish.
Oba Femi retained the NXT Championship by defeating Ricky Saints in the main event.
Jacy Jayne defended her NXT Women’s Championship against Lola Vice.
Ethan Page retained the NXT North American Championship by defeating Tavion Heights.
Ricky Saints defeated Oba Femi to capture the NXT Championship.
The aftermath of recent TNA involvement was addressed, with NXT GM Ava announcing a special NXT Invasion event for October 7 featuring NXT vs TNA Survivor Series–style matches and The Hardy Boys vs DarkState (Winner Takes All for both tag titles).
Lainey Reed, intended for a Speed Championship match, was pulled due to injury, with Jaida Parker taking her place.
This event continues the growing NXT–TNA storyline, setting the stage for future cross-promotional matches and significant title feuds.????????????????
Ava has announced that NXT Invasion will take place on Tuesday, October 7th, airing live on The CW, and will feature two major Survivor Series-style elimination matches pitting NXT talents against TNA Wrestling in both men’s and women’s divisions.
This special crossover episode follows recent storyline chaos between NXT and TNA, and the decision was reached through discussions between NXT General Manager Ava and TNA’s Director of Authority, Santino Marella.
The Invasion event was announced after multiple TNA wrestlers interrupted a title-for-title match between NXT Champion Trick Williams and TNA World Champion Oba Femi on September 24, resulting in a no-contest and a huge brawl.
Ava addressed the story at the No Mercy premium live event, confirming the Survivor Series-style theme and a winner-take-all championship match as solutions to the escalating faction warfare.
Team selections for both the men’s and women’s matches will be revealed on the next NXT broadcast by Ava and Santino Marella.
Match Card Preview
Men’s Survivor Series: NXT vs TNA – Elimination tag format
Women’s Survivor Series: NXT vs TNA – Elimination tag format
Tag Team Championship Match: Dark State vs Hardy Boys – Title for title, both championships at stake
Oba Femi vs Trick Williams Rematch – Everyone banned from ringside for clear finish
Look for further team announcements and build-up during NXT and social media in the lead-up to the event.????????????????
The show coincides with AEW Dynamite’s Title Tuesday, making this one of the most competitive crossover nights in recent North American wrestling history.
MLW Fury Road 2025 airs as a free two-hour special tonight, Saturday, September 27 at 10 p.m. ET on both beIN SPORTS and MLW’s official YouTube channel.
The event features the newly crowned MLW World Heavyweight Champion Mads Krule Krugger clashing with Bishop Dyer, the start of the 2025 Opera Cup, and several high-profile singles and trios bouts.
Broadcast & How to Watch
Air time: Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 10 p.m. ET
Mads Krule Krugger (World Heavyweight Champion) vs. Bishop Dyer (Non-title match): This is Krugger’s first match since winning the title, and anticipation is high for how he’ll fare against another dominant powerhouse.
Alex Hammerstone Breaks Silence: After attacking Krugger with a steel chair, Hammerstone’s first public comments add intrigue to the night.
Opera Cup 2025 Opening Rounds
Austin Aries vs. KUSHIDA: First-ever meeting between the veteran Aries and Japan’s acclaimed junior heavyweight, KUSHIDA.
Titan vs. Volador Jr.: Two top CMLL luchadores go head-to-head in a showcase of Mexican wrestling.
Paul London vs. Okumura: Paul London faces the crafty CMLL veteran in a bout of unpredictable styles.
Additional Matches & Features
Shotzi Blackheart vs. Alejandra Quintanilla: Spotlight for MLW’s women’s division.
Atlantis, Blue Panther, & Diego Hill vs. El Galeón Fantasma (Zandokan Jr., Difunto, Barboza): Generational trios clash, featuring legends and rising stars.
Lightning Match: Satoshi Kojima vs. Mr. Thomas: A fast-paced bout featuring the Japanese legend and MLW’s hard-hitting heavyweight.
Additional Notes
CONTRA Unit is expected to unveil a new target.
MLW President Cesar Duran and Salina de la Renta will reveal future plans for the promotion, along with the mysterious Don Gato.
MLW Fury Road ‘25 is positioned as another strong card, combining international stars, legends, and plenty of chaos.
MLW FURY ROAD IS THIS SATURDAY, and with this lineup, it's can't-miss! Tune in at 10 pm ET on our official YouTube channel, or watch on @beINSPORTSUSA! pic.twitter.com/pgPJnJoP3E
NXT No Mercy 2025 airs live Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET from the FTL War Memorial in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with streaming available on Peacock in the United States and Netflix internationally.
Match Card
NXT Championship: Oba Femi (c) vs. Ricky Saints
NXT Women’s Championship: Jacy Jayne (c) vs. Lola Vice
NXT North American Championship: Ethan Page (c) vs. Tavion Heights
Weaponized Steel Cage Match: Jordynne Grace vs. Blake Monroe
WWE Women’s Speed Championship: Sol Ruca (c) vs. Lainey Reid
Singles Match: Je’Von Evans vs. Josh Briggs
How to Watch
In the United States, stream NXT No Mercy 2025 live on Peacock (desktop, mobile, and TV app).
Outside the U.S., watch live on Netflix (check local app for event availability).
The event begins at 8 p.m. ET, with Countdown coverage starting at 7 p.m. ET on WWE’s YouTube and social media channels.
Additional Streaming Details
If using Peacock, create an account and download the app to stream on supported devices.
International users with Netflix can access the event through their subscription; connection via VPN may be required if traveling.
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The updated card for TNA Bound For Glory 2025, following the events of Victory Road and the latest news, is as follows:
Bound For Glory 2025 Match Card
TNA World Championship: Trick Williams (c) vs. Mike Santana
TNA World Tag Team Championship Tables Match: The Hardys (Matt & Jeff Hardy) (c) vs. Team 3D (Bully Ray & Devon)
TNA X-Division Championship: Leon Slater (c) vs. Je’Von Evans
TNA Knockouts World Championship: Kelani Jordan vs. Indi Hartwell
Hardcore War: The System (Moose, Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, JDC, Alisha Edwards) vs. Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Agent Zero, Tasha Steelz)
Call Your Shot Gauntlet Match: Features Mance Warner (#20), Léi Y?ng Lee (#1), plus other entrants to be announced. Winner gets a title shot at any championship, any time, within a year.
Bound for Glory, TNA’s biggest show of the year, takes place October 12, 2025, at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, Massachusetts, and will air live on pay-per-view and TNA+.
Kelani Jordan, a WWE NXT Superstar, won the vacant TNA Knockouts World Championship at TNA Victory Road on September 26, 2025. The title had been relinquished earlier in the event by Ash by Elegance, who announced she was stepping away from in-ring competition.
After a battle royal, Jordan and Lei Ying Lee became the final two competitors, and Jordan ultimately defeated Lee in a match officiated by special referee Indi Hartwell to claim her first TNA Knockouts title.
Kelani Jordan will now defend the TNA Knockouts Championship against Indi Hartwell at the upcoming Bound for Glory pay-per-view.
Je’von Evans answered Sami Zayn’s United States Championship open challenge on WWE SmackDown, delivering a breakout performance but ultimately falling short after Zayn retained his title with the Helluva Kick.
The match took place on the September 26 episode of SmackDown at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida, giving Evans a major main roster spotlight.
Evans’s strong showing on SmackDown has already made an impact, marking him as one of the brightest prospects from NXT to challenge for main roster gold.
Je’von Evans will next appear at NXT No Mercy in a match against Josh Briggs.
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