‘TNA Wrestling’ Review (Apr 17th 2025)
Welcome to this week’s review of TNA Wrestling, Let’s get straight into the review and see what went down on this week’s show – which was also a special “Countdown” show leading into TNA: Unbreakable.
Match #1: Laredo def. Jason Hotch
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After John Skyler was abducted by Mike Santana last week, Jason Hotch looks to refocus as he battles Laredo in the opening contest! Laredo hits a series of step-up Moonsaults in the corner. Hotch evades his third attempt, then connecting with a rolling neckbreaker. Laredo recovers, then dumps him off the top with a driver. Laredo soars with the Laredo Fly to score the victory!
My Score: 3.5 out of 5
Match #2: Xia Brookside def. NXT’s Jazmyn Nyx
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Xia Brookside squares off with NXT’s Jazmyn Nyx as the action continues! Nyx is in control as she hits a running bulldog into the corner turnbuckles. Both women are down following in-sync kicks to the head. Nyx counters Broken Wings but Brookside recovers and hits a crossbody. Brookside successfully hits Broken Wings but Fatal Influence creates a distraction from ringside. Rosemary pulls Jacy Jayne off the apron and sprays her with the green mist! Brookside rolls up Nyx to win!
My Score: 3 out of 5
Match #3: Ultimate X Qualifier – KC Navarro def. Cody Deaner
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Cody Deaner has to win tonight in order to save his job! Not only that, but a spot in the upcoming X-Division Championship Ultimate X match at Rebellion is on the line. Before the match, Navarro tries to pay off Deaner – but the people want him to fight! The bell rings as Deaner goes on the attack. Deaner drops Navarro with a spinning TKO. Navarro wraps his necklace around his fist, then cracks Deaner between the eyes to win!
My Score: 2.5 out of 5
Match #4: NXT’s Gigi Dolin & Tatum Paxley def. Heather By Elegance & Maggie Lee
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The Personal Concierge introduces Maggie Lee, who will be stepping in for Ash By Elegance while she is on vacation! Lee teams with one half of the Knockouts World Tag Team Champions, Heather By Elegance, to battle NXT’s Gigi Dolin and Tatum Paxley! Heather refuses to tag into the match, shifting the momentum in favor of Dolin and Paxley. The Personal Concierge creates a distraction, allowing Heather to assist Lee from the apron and regain control. Heather inadvertently knocks Lee off the apron. Dolin and Paxley put Heather away with Cemetery Drive!
My Score: 3 out of 5
Match #5: Dani Luna def. NXT’s Jakara Jackson
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With both of their respective teams gunning for the Knockouts World Tag Team Titles, it’s all about momentum as Dani Luna takes on NXT’s Jakara Jackson! Lash Legend trips up Luna from the outside but the referee ejects her from ringside. Legend takes out a member of security with a right hand! In the ring, Luna connects with a Blue Thunder Bomb for two. Jackson bounces back with a tornado DDT. Luna scores the victory following the Luna Landing!
My Score: 2.5 out of 5
Match #6: Brian Myers def. Leon Slater
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As Leon Slater looks to dethrone X-Division Champion Moose in Ultimate X at Rebellion, he will first battle System member Brian Myers in tonight’s iMPACT! main event. Myers avoids Big Play Slater, then connects with a vicious spear on the outside. Back in the ring, Slater quickens the pace with a running dropkick. Slater soars with the Crossover for two. Slater counters the Roster Cut into a leg lariat. Myers plants him with the Impaler DDT but it’s not enough. Slater successfully hits Big Play Slater over the ring post to the floor! Myers tries to use The System ring as a weapon but gets caught! The referee turns his back to remove the ring, but Myers goes low on Slater! Myers follows up with the Roster Cut to win.
My Score: 3.5 out of 5
Final Verdict: 3/5
This week’s episode of TNA was a solid go-home show that did exactly what it needed to – build anticipation for Unbreakable while delivering enough excitement to keep fans invested. The action was tight, the pacing brisk, and the storylines moved forward with purpose. Laredo Kid vs. Jason Hotch was a great opener. Kid’s athleticism was on full display, and the match gave him some much-needed momentum. It wasn’t a show-stealer, but it was a fun way to get the night going. The Knockouts division continues to shine, with Xia Brookside picking up a big win over Jazmyn Nyx. The interference from Fatal Influence added tension, and Rosemary spraying mist to even the odds was a fun, chaotic moment that gave the segment a nice edge. It’s clear that the Knockouts are being positioned as a central focus, and it’s paying off. Leon Slater vs. Brian Myers was another good outing, but the finish with Myers using The System’s ring felt a little overdone. Still, Slater looked strong in defeat, and the post-match angle keeps their feud interesting heading into Unbreakable. KC Navarro advancing to the Ultimate X match at Rebellion was one of the night’s highlights. His bout with Cody Deaner had a great energy, and KC’s speed and flash make him a perfect fit for that kind of chaotic environment. It’s nice to see fresh talent getting the spotlight. Finally, Elijah announcing the “Walk with Elijah” open challenge was short but effective. The guy has charisma, and there’s a curiosity factor about who might answer the call. Overall, this episode didn’t try to overreach. It focused on character development, storyline momentum, and giving the fans a reason to care about what’s coming next. Nothing earth-shattering, but a strong and entertaining hour of wrestling television.
