TNA Wrestling held its Rebellion 2026 event live from Cleveland, Ohio, featuring a high-energy opener and several storyline developments throughout the night.

Pre-Show Notes & Segments

The “Before the Bell” panel featuring Matt Rehwoldt, Tom Hannifan, and Daria Rae set the stage for the event. Rae drew criticism for addressing the suspension of Santino Marella, while also being questioned about her authority.

The System interrupted the panel early, with Brian Myers, Bear Bronson, Cedric Alexander, and Eddie Edwards delivering a promo targeting multiple competitors. Alexander vowed to capture the X-Division Championship, while Edwards declared his intention to reclaim the World Title.

Additional hype included a video package for the International Title bout between Trey Miguel and Mustafa Ali, as well as fan interaction segments with Gia Miller.

Ryan Nemeth Defeats BDE

Ryan Nemeth picked up a hometown victory despite insulting the Cleveland crowd in a pre-match promo. Nemeth mocked the city, referencing his upbringing and taking shots at local sports fans before being interrupted by BDE.

The match saw BDE come out aggressive, hitting early offense including a tope suicida and a frog splash attempt. However, Nemeth capitalized on an opening after snapping BDE off the ropes and secured the win with the Hollywood Ending.

Result: Ryan Nemeth def. BDE
Time: 4:55
Analysis: A solid but unspectacular bout that served its purpose, with Nemeth getting a heel-leaning hometown win.

Additional Segments

• A hometown personality dubbed “Mongo” appeared to energize the crowd, throwing merchandise into the audience despite objections from Daria Rae.
• Carlos Silva joined the panel to promote TNA’s 2026 event schedule and teased the return of EC3.
• Eric Young delivered a chaotic promo, calling out Ricky Sosa and EC3 while berating the Cleveland audience.
• Ace Steel later joined the panel to preview the main event, heavily praising Rae’s leadership.

X-Division Championship Match

Leon Slater (c) vs. Cedric Alexander

The main card opened with a fast-paced X-Division Championship match that immediately ignited the crowd.

Cedric Alexander controlled much of the middle portion of the match, targeting Slater’s neck and utilizing suplex variations and submission holds. Slater mounted multiple comebacks, showcasing his athleticism with springboard attacks and high-impact strikes.

In the closing moments, Alexander attempted to use the championship as a weapon, but the delay cost him. Slater countered with a Styles Clash onto the title, followed by a Swanton 450 splash to secure the victory.

Result: Leon Slater def. Cedric Alexander (retains X-Division Championship)

Frankie Kazarian Defeats Elijah

Self-proclaimed “King of TNA” Frankie Kazarian secured a tainted victory over Elijah in a physical, weapon-heavy contest.

Elijah controlled large portions of the match early, overpowering Kazarian with strikes, slams, and even using his signature guitar strap as a weapon. The bout spilled to the outside multiple times, with Elijah repeatedly driving Kazarian into the apron and maintaining a dominant pace.

Kazarian eventually shifted momentum, targeting Elijah with high-impact offense including a slingshot leg drop and a backstabber. The match escalated further with both men using parts of Elijah’s guitar, pushing the referee’s leniency to the limit.

The finish came when Kazarian capitalized on a distraction, delivering a low blow behind the referee’s back before quickly rolling Elijah up for the pinfall victory.

Result: Frankie Kazarian def. Elijah via pinfall

Special Agent Zero Defeats Moose

In his first singles match in TNA, Special Agent Zero made an immediate impact by defeating Moose in a hard-hitting showdown.

Zero didn’t wait for the bell, launching himself over the top rope to take Moose out during his entrance. Moose responded with power offense, including a springboard crossbody to the outside and a thunderous superplex inside the ring.

One of the match’s biggest moments saw Moose spear Zero through a table at ringside, showcasing his dominance. However, Zero stayed resilient and continued to match Moose blow-for-blow in a striking exchange.

Late in the match, interference from The Great Hands and Alisha Edwards briefly distracted Moose, ultimately backfiring when Moose accidentally took out Alisha himself. The chaos allowed Zero to regain control, landing a decisive Choke Bomb after a Claymore-style kick.

Result: Special Agent Zero def. Moose via pinfall

Hardcore Country 6-Woman Match: The Elegance Brand vs. ODB, Mickie James & Taryn Terrell

The chaotic “Hardcore Country” six-woman tag match delivered one of the most unpredictable and entertaining bouts of the night, as The Elegance Brand emerged victorious over ODB, Mickie James, and Taryn Terrell.

The match quickly devolved into a wild brawl, living up to its “hardcore” stipulation. Weapons ranging from trash cans and canes to buckets, lollipops, and even hay bales were introduced early, with both teams embracing the anything-goes environment. ODB, Mickie James, and Taryn Terrell initially gained momentum with a flurry of offense, including a triple Thesz Press and creative use of various props to keep their opponents off balance.

However, The Elegance Brand regrouped and turned the tide by isolating ODB at key moments. The action spilled to ringside multiple times, where the use of wheelbarrows, buckets, and other unconventional weapons added to the spectacle. Despite a late surge from the veteran trio, including a high-risk crossbody to the outside, the numbers advantage and opportunistic tactics of The Elegance Brand proved decisive.

In the closing moments, interference and underhanded tactics sealed the outcome. After ODB fought back against multiple attackers, she was blinded by hairspray before being dropped with a DDT. The Elegance Brand capitalized immediately, securing the pinfall with a triple-team cover at 10:50 to win the match.

Following the bout, the focus shifted to a celebratory moment as TNA officials and talent came to the ring. It was officially announced that ODB will be inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame at Bound for Glory in October. The longtime fan favorite, visibly emotional, thanked the crowd and reflected on her 25-year career, while making it clear she is not finished competing.

The segment concluded with a strong ovation from the audience, capping off a memorable mix of chaos, nostalgia, and recognition for one of TNA’s most unique personalities.

Winner: The Elegance Brand (via pinfall)

Elayna Black is backstage counting her earnings from just the last 15 minutes. She admits Cleveland isn’t her favorite place, but she’s still enjoying the perks, flights, free drinks, and a front-row view of the TNA Knockouts Title match. Whoever wins tonight will be her next target, and she confidently declares that her reign will stretch well into 2027 and 2028, because this is the Era of Elayna.

TNA also announces a partnership with iHeartRadio to promote the “TNA Dream Chairs,” prompting a sarcastic jab about what a “dream” might actually look like.

Next up is “Nic at Night,” but before that, A.J. Francis makes his way out to cut a promo. Reintroducing himself, he boasts about his style, highlighting his LeBron 2 sneakers, and compares himself to LeBron James in terms of dominance. He mocks the crowd and takes a shot at the Cleveland Browns, claiming that while Nic Nemeth may have support from Bernie Kosar, he sees himself as the next Shedeur Sanders, someone destined to succeed once he leaves Cleveland behind.

A.J. Francis vs. Nic Nemeth

The match starts fast, with Francis landing an immediate superkick for a near fall. Nemeth fights back with strikes, but Francis uses his size and strength to stay in control, throwing Nemeth around and even sending him to the outside. Francis briefly tries to win by count-out, but Nemeth makes it back just in time.

Francis dominates much of the match, wearing Nemeth down with power moves and taunts. Nemeth rallies with strikes, a DDT, and a series of elbow drops. In a surprising moment, he lifts Francis and hits an Attitude Adjustment-style move, but Francis kicks out.

Both men trade big finishers and near falls. Nemeth lands a Fameasser and later an avalanche Danger Zone, but still can’t secure the win. The action spills outside, where Francis hits a devastating Down Payment on the floor.

Back in the ring, chaos erupts. Francis grabs a steel chair, but the referee intervenes. While distracted, Francis attacks the ref. Bernie Kosar enters the ring to protect Nemeth. Just as things escalate, KC Navarro runs in. Kosar strikes Francis with the chair, Nemeth follows with the Danger Zone, Navarro gets the referee back into position, and Nemeth scores the pinfall victory.

Winner: Nic Nemeth

Afterward, Nemeth celebrates with Kosar and the fans, while Navarro continues to threaten Francis.

Backstage segments show Eddie Edwards preparing for the main event, while Mike Santana is seen doing push-ups before staring intensely into the camera.

Finally, it’s time for the Knockouts division as Ariana Grace faces Lei Ying Lee for the TNA Knockouts Championship.

TNA Knockouts Championship Match – Ariana Grace vs. Lei Ying Lee

The TNA+ stream briefly glitched after introductions by Mackenzie Mitchell, but when action resumed, Lei Ying Lee had early control, dropping Ariana Grace to the floor with a dropkick. Grace quickly shifted momentum, sending Lee into the ring post after a distraction from her partner, Stacks.

Back inside, Grace targeted Lee with strikes and a head kick for a near fall. Stacks continued interfering until Xia Brookside intervened, eventually forcing the referee to eject him from ringside. With the advantage restored, Lee rallied with strikes and an Exploder suplex, but Grace stayed alive with a series of counters, including a top-rope forearm and a high kick.

The match broke down late as Lee blocked a superplex attempt with a Blockbuster and later survived Grace’s knee strike. Grace attempted to use the Knockouts Title as a weapon, but the referee stopped her. Lee then hit the Warrior’s Way, but Brookside returned and saved Grace by placing her foot on the ropes and attacking Lee on the outside. Grace capitalized with a knee strike to the back of the head and scored the pin.

Winner: Ariana Grace (still Knockouts Champion)

Ariana Grace retained her title through underhanded tactics, with Xia Brookside ultimately turning the tide in her favor.

EC3 Returns To TNA And Cleveland

On commentary, Tom and Matt discussed Xia Brookside’s betrayal of Lei Ying Lee before being interrupted by the return of Eric Young. Young called out EC3, insulting him and questioning his legitimacy while expressing his frustration with Cleveland and Ohio.

The confrontation escalated when EC3 made his surprise return. EC3 immediately laid out Young with a clothesline and declared himself the “Top 1%” and a two-time TNA World Champion. He officially challenged Young to a match on Thursday, ending his promo emphatically: “I’M FROM CLEVELAND, BITCH!”

Slammiversary is officially set to go live on Sunday, June 28th from Boston.

TNA Rebellion – International Title Match

Trey Miguel (c) vs. Mustafa Ali

A fast-paced technical opener saw both men trading early counters and athletic offense. Miguel and Ali exchanged headlocks, Ranas, and strike battles before Ali briefly retreated to regroup with Order-4.

Miguel controlled stretches of the match with a Senton Atomico, a Twisting Destroyer, and a springboard German, but interference from The Good Hands and Tasha Steelz kept Ali alive. Steelz’s distraction led to Miguel being launched into her for a cutter, shifting momentum.

The match escalated with near falls including a Fisherman’s Suplex, Meteora on the apron, and an Avalanche Spanish Fly from Ali. Miguel nearly sealed it with a Cutter counter to the 450, but chaos broke loose again when Order-4 and The Good Hands attacked Miguel.

Ali capitalized, hitting a 450 Splash to steal the victory.

WINNER: Mustafa Ali (NEW TNA International Champion)

Backstage – Lei Ying Lee

Lei Ying Lee was shown visibly emotional after the loss. Gia Miller attempted to interview her, but Lee, shaken and heartbroken, questioned “why” before walking away.

Chaos Continues – Rosemary / Abyss / Father James Mitchell

A surreal storyline segment unfolded involving Rosemary, the returning Abyss, and Father James Mitchell.

• Rosemary warns Abyss not to be manipulated
• Mitchell reflects on creating monsters and their legacy together
• Abyss recalls his career, World Title reign, and battles with legends like Sting, AJ Styles, and Christian Cage
• Emotional reconciliation follows, with Abyss calling Mitchell his “father”

The segment ends with them performing a final “CLICK, DOOMSDAY,” causing Abyss to vanish, while Rosemary smiles ominously, “to be continued.”

TNA World Tag Team Championship

The Hardys (c) vs. The System (Bear Bronson & Brian Myers)

The Hardys started strong with double-team offense, isolating Brian Myers early. However, power advantage from Bear Bronson shifted momentum as The System targeted Matt Hardy’s ribs.

Jeff Hardy briefly turned the tide with classic offense, including a Twist of Fate and high-flying sequences, but The System’s teamwork proved decisive late.

A failed Poetry in Motion attempt led to a superkick from Myers and a devastating Bear Driver from Bronson.

WINNERS: The System (NEW Tag Team Champions)

Backstage – Moose & Alisha Edwards

Moose was shown injured and frustrated, icing up alongside Alisha Edwards, who insisted on attending the main event despite her own injury. Tension rose as Moose reluctantly stepped away.

TNA World Heavyweight Title Match: Mike Santana (C) vs. Eddie Edwards

Mackenzie Mitchell handled in-ring introductions as both champion and challenger squared off in a measured start. The opening lock-ups led nowhere, with neither man gaining early advantage. On the third attempt, Edwards briefly secured wrist control, but Santana rolled through to escape, clearly frustrating the challenger.

A fresh exchange saw Santana grab a headlock and follow with a hip toss, only for Edwards to answer in kind. Santana was unable to connect with Spin the Block or the Rolling Buck Fifty, while Edwards also came up empty on the Boston Knee Party. Edwards eventually bailed to the floor to regroup.

Back inside, Edwards targeted Santana with a kick to the midsection and shoulder tackle attempts, but the champion stood firm. Santana fired back with a springboard moonsault that sent Edwards retreating again. Edwards tried sneaking in with the BKP, but Santana was ready and countered. A flurry of offense followed, chops from Edwards, a response from Santana, and then a tope suicida from Santana to the outside.

Momentum swung back and forth: Santana missed the Papi Splash, allowing Edwards to land a Tiger Driver for a near fall. Edwards sent Santana outside, but ate an apron suplex. The champion’s backfist attempt instead caught the ring post, and Edwards capitalized by slamming Santana into the steps and taunting his daughter at ringside.

Edwards continued to control the pace, repeatedly targeting Santana’s shoulder and posting him into the turnbuckles and steps. Santana fought back intermittently, but Edwards maintained pressure with strikes and an arm submission before being rocked by a flying clothesline, finally resetting the match.

Both men struggled to their feet in opposite corners. Edwards charged but was met with a corner enziguri. Santana followed up with Cannonball and a sit-out powerbomb for a close two-count. Santana then connected with the Papi Splash, but Edwards again kicked out.

Things escalated to the apron, where Edwards used a cheap shot and enziguri before hitting a fisherman’s suplex that sent both men crashing to the floor. Edwards exposed padding at ringside, but Santana countered with a devastating Death Valley Driver on the exposed concrete just before the count nearly expired.

Both men barely beat the count back into the ring. Strikes were exchanged, with Santana and Edwards trading pump kicks before Santana landed a lariat. At this point, Alisha Edwards appeared on crutches, followed by Moose making his entrance and revealing footage suggesting Alisha’s deeper involvement in a conspiracy with Eddie and The System.

The distraction triggered chaos, The System rushed the ring and were wiped out by Moose and Santana diving from the top rope. Edwards capitalized with the Boston Knee Party, but Santana survived at two. Alisha attempted to interfere by tossing a crutch, but Moose intercepted with a spear to Edwards. Cedric Alexander also tried to get involved, only to be cut down by Santana’s Rolling Buck Fifty.

Edwards hit another Boston Knee Party, but still couldn’t keep Santana down. In the closing stretch, Santana fired back with Spin the Block, a lariat, and a second Spin the Block to finally secure the pinfall.

Winner: Mike Santana (retains TNA World Heavyweight Championship)