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Updated · Fox News · Jul 2
TNA Launches 16-Woman Knockouts TV Title Tournament on Impact
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jul 2

TNA Launches 16-Woman Knockouts TV Title Tournament on Impact

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 2

Summary

  • TNA opened a 16-woman tournament to crown the first Knockouts TV champion, with the first matches set to air on Thursday’s “Impact” at 9 p.m. ET on AMC.
  • Traci Brooks announced the new belt at Slammiversary in Boston, saying the championship will be defended exclusively on the weekly television show.
  • The bracket mixes new arrivals and familiar names, including Indi Hartwell, Thea Hail, Wendy Choo, Rosemary, Tasha Steelz and Alisha Edwards.
  • Thursday’s card includes Heather by Elegance vs. Allie and Mara Sadè vs. Tasha Steelz, while an X Division No. 1 contenders match and appearances by Nic Nemeth and Xia Brookside are also scheduled.

Insights

Will TNA's new TV-exclusive title elevate its women's division or create a permanent secondary championship?
With WWE NXT stars in TNA's tournament, what does this unprecedented collaboration mean for the future of wrestling?