TNA Nears U.S. Media Rights Deal with AMC
TNA Wrestling is nearing a new domestic media rights agreement, with AMC emerging as a leading candidate to broadcast the promotion's programming, according to industry sources.
The development comes as TNA, formerly known as Impact Wrestling, continues its search for a U.S. television partner beyond its current arrangement with AXS TV, where its flagship weekly show, iMPACT!, airs alongside streaming on TNA+. Officials expect an announcement by the end of 2025, potentially much sooner, following months of negotiations. TNA President Carlos Silva has expressed optimism about securing a deal that would elevate the company's visibility, including the possibility of airing iMPACT! live each week.
Silva first highlighted the promotion's aggressive pursuit of a revamped agreement during interviews over the summer. In July, he indicated that discussions were advanced and operating within a 60- to 90-day window for finalization. Ahead of TNA's Bound For Glory pay-per-view event in October, Silva reiterated his hope to reveal the new partnership by the promotion's marquee show of the year. While details remain under wraps, the potential shift to a larger network like AMC could introduce...