Natalia Markova has again captivated her followers on social media with her signature blend of bold confidence and magnetic allure. In a stunning new photo, the popular indie wrestler playfully admits she may have taken the “confidence is attractive” mantra to the next level, in a sleek, form-fitting black ensemble. Her effortless poise, radiant smile, and commanding presence continue to mesmerize fans worldwide, proving that beauty and charm create an irresistible combination.

37-year-old Markova boasts a remarkable wrestling career spanning nearly two decades. The Russian-born athlete debuted in 2007 in her homeland’s independent scene, later performing internationally in Japan and North America. Known as “The Russian Crush,” she captured the NWA World Women’s Championship in August 2025 at the NWA 77th Anniversary Show, cementing her status as one of the top women wrestlers outside of WWE or AEW.

Mara Sadé, formerly known as Jakara Jackson in NXT, is turning up the heat on Instagram with her latest eye-catching photo drop. Rocking her signature colored hair, she strikes a confident pose in a vibrant blue bikini against a bold graffiti wall. The multiple images perfectly capture her athletic poise, undeniable beauty, and fearless self-expression, which she brings to the ring.

The 31-year-old Sadé, real name Jamara Garrett, signed with WWE in 2021 and made her NXT debut in August 2022. She soon began teaming with Lash Legend and later formed the Meta-Four faction alongside Noam Dar and Oro Mensah. Despite impressing with her sharp in-ring skills, natural athleticism, and magnetic charisma in both singles and tag team action, she was surprisingly released by WWE in 2025, which opened the door for her to join TNA.

According to journalist Blake Avignon on X.com, Anthem Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of TNA Wrestling, has reportedly set a $30 million floor for a potential sale, with President Len Asper actually eyeing a $40-50 million valuation. The increased asking price stems from TNA’s lucrative new AMC television deal, which includes guaranteed revenue and future option years. Previously, Scott D’Amore offered $10 million to buy the company, but the offer was rejected.

“Anthem’s Len Asper has set a $30M floor for a potential sale of @ThisIsTNA, w/ his preferred price in the $40M – $50M range. The premium reflects toxic debt on Anthem’s books that any buyer would be expected to absorb. No deal is imminent, but the number is out there … A buyer isn’t just pricing TNA Wrestling. They’re pricing a television deal they don’t fully control going forward, and Asper’s guaranteed AMC revenue alone gets him most of the way to his floor. Worth the history. In 2024, a group led by Scott D’Amore offered roughly $10M, including assumption of TNA’s debts, valuing the company between $7M and $12M, respectively. Anthem rejected it outright, no counter.” – Blake Avignon

From its humble beginnings in 2002 as NWA: Total Nonstop Action, founded by Jeff and Jerry Jarrett, TNA quickly transitioned under Panda Energy’s control, where Dixie Carter rose to prominence. After years of financial struggles, Billy Corgan briefly got involved in 2016 before Canadian media giant Anthem Sports & Entertainment acquired majority ownership in 2017. Under Anthem’s leadership, the promotion rebranded as Impact, briefly merged with GFW, and returned to the TNA name in 2024, leading to a once unimaginable working relationship with WWE.

Dax Harwood of the popular tag team FTR has taken to social media to explain that both he and Cash Wheeler have reached physical and mental exhaustion after years of a brutal schedule. Therefore, the pair is taking a much-needed break to focus on family time and recovery, keeping their full return open-ended. The belief is that the pair is under contract to Tony Khan well into next year, so it seems doubtful that fans have seen the last of FTR in an AEW ring.

“Since the summer of 2014, The Revival, FTR, Dawson & Dash, Dax & Cash, whatever you want to call us, we’ve had the pedal to the floor. Aside from my bicep tear in 2017, we’ve taken no time away from the job we’ve dreamed of having. Physically & mentally, we both became exhausted. We were two of the very few talents that traveled and worked on both Collision & Dynamite. I’ve fought through 3 hematomas on my lower back, another bicep tear I decided not to have surgery on, labrum tear from my groin to my hip, a shoulder that needs replacement, and probably a laundry list of other things I’m too afraid to get checked out haha. For the first time in 12 years, we’ve decided to step away and take some time for ourselves & for our families. I’m not sure when we’ll be back, what we’re going to do, how much longer we have, or if we even need to prove anything at all anymore.” – Dax Harwood

Since debuting on Dynamite in May 2020, FTR has established itself as one of AEW’s most successful and respected tag teams. The duo captured the AEW World Tag Team Titles at All Out 2020 and went on to secure three reigns in total, including record-tying runs in 2023 and late 2025. Known for their classic tag team wrestling style and hard-hitting matches against top opponents like the Briscoes, Young Bucks, and Adam Cope and Christian Cage, they also made history by simultaneously holding titles in ROH, AAA, and NJPW in 2022. 

Legendary wrestling voice Jim Ross has issued his latest health update, confirming he has been hospitalized in Norman, Oklahoma, for more than three weeks. The 74-year-old AEW commentator revealed on X.com that he is watching baseball while continuing his recovery. While Ross wouldn’t go into details, he has suffered multiple falls recently, with many suspecting his condition could be the reason.

Over his storied career, Jim Ross has faced an array of serious health battles with remarkable courage. Living with Bell’s Palsy since 1994, he has endured multiple episodes affecting his facial muscles. The wrestling icon has also overcome skin cancer in 2021, hip cancer surgery in 2024, and colon cancer surgery in 2025. Additional challenges include blood clots, eye surgery, and recent neurological testing. Despite this, Ross continues to embody his trademark resilience and positive outlook.

Australian indie wrestler and OnlyFans content creator Shazza McKenzie has wowed her social media followers by dressing up as a playful take on popular Toy Story characters Woody and Jessie. Complete with an oversized cowboy hat and a cheeky pose, she quoted the iconic line “You got a friend in me” while announcing a half-price subscription deal for her spicy content, giving fans a major discount.

Born Chantelle Allison, McKenzie is a veteran Australian professional wrestler from Sydney who began training at 16. After dominating the local scene with multiple PWWA Championship reigns and tag team success, she has built an impressive international career, competing for promotions such as WWE NXT, AEW, ROH, TNA, GCW, and many more. Now based in St. Louis with over 500 matches under her belt, the Australian remains a highly respected independent star known for her high-energy style and magnetic presence.

The pro wrestling world is currently buzzing with excitement as the next chapter of the Styles legacy begins. This is because Avery Styles, son of WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles, is set to make his highly anticipated professional in-ring debut on June 26, 2026, at Squared Circle Action’s Freedom Fling event in Royston, Georgia. He will face Ashton Sexton, with his legendary father standing in his corner for support, it will almost certainly be an emotional father-son moment.

Pro wrestling has a rich history of successful talents who thrived on strong family legacies, such as Charlotte Flair, Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, Roman Reigns, and, more recently, Bron Breakker. However, many second-generation wrestlers, such as David Flair, Ted DiBiase Jr., Curtis Axel, and David Sammartino, struggled despite receiving significant opportunities and pushes. Their examples serve as a powerful reminder that while bloodlines may open doors, only genuine talent, charisma, in-ring ability, and relentless hard work can truly build lasting stardom.

TNA has recently implemented cost-cutting measures, including a workforce reduction that led to the high-profile departures of Tommy Dreamer, Sami Callihan, and several other staff members. These changes have therefore intensified industry speculation that Anthem Sports may be preparing the company for a potential sale, with WWE widely seen as the most likely buyer. Yet despite this uncertainty, Matt Hardy, one of the promotion’s biggest stars, has firmly denied the rumors on X, stressing that current efforts are centered on expanding the brand’s reach and increasing profitability rather than selling.

“TNA is not being sold to WWE, there’s only discussion on how to grow TNA. That is our goal. We have grown tremendously over the last 2 years. But we must continue to grow & make the brand more profitable. It’s what the talent wants, it’s what Carlos & the office wants. Myself & Jeff are busting our asses for TNA & believe we can truly grow the product for the greater good. If that doesn’t happen & there’s no growth in 4-5 years, who the hell knows? Yeah, it could be sold. Nobody that truly supports TNA should ever want that though. I believe in the current roster. Call me crazy, but I believe in TNA.” – Matt Hardy

In December 2025, TNA announced a multi-year media rights deal with AMC Networks to air its flagship show, Thursday Night iMPACT!, on AMC every Thursday from 9-11 p.m. ET starting January 15, 2026, with additional streaming on AMC+. Widely hailed as a potential game changer, the deal promised broader U.S. exposure on a major cable network, increased visibility, financial stability (reportedly around $30M), and a significant upgrade from AXS TV, positioning TNA as a stronger third player behind WWE and AEW. However, many feel the on-screen product has failed to deliver, and therefore, changes were required.

Matt Riddle recently surprised the wrestling world by cutting off his signature long hair and embracing a fresh new look, unveiling the change on Instagram after an MLW show. And now, according to Fightful Select, he made this decision because keeping his vibrant purple dye had become too difficult. Now sporting a much more strait-laced look, the former UFC fighter continues to rebuild his brand following his firing from WWE.

“Matt Riddle cut his hair. Huge news. He told us at MLW last week it was getting hard to maintain the purple in it and he wanted to start over.” – Fightful Select

Since returning to the indies in February 2024 following his September 2023 WWE release, Riddle has enjoyed notable success. He captured the MLW World Heavyweight Championship in January 2025, holding it for an impressive 245 days, and also secured the NJPW World Television Championship. However, it seems any hopes of him rejoining or signing with WWE remain some way off after he developed a reputation for no-showing events, casting doubt on whether he had truly changed his ways.

During a recent signing with Highspots, AEW star Eddie Kingston, a proud Yonkers native, revealed that his neighbors actually called the cops on him after he exploded in celebration during the New York Knicks’ thrilling comeback in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs. Energized about Ogugua Anunoby’s clutch tip-in winner, the 44-year-old was yelling and hurling household items in excitement, making it sound to anyone within earshot like an altercation was taking place.

“OG Anunoby! Oh man. My neighbors called the cops on me after OG hit that shot to win the game for the Knicks, because I was screaming and yelling, and I threw a bunch of stuff in the house.” – Eddie Kingston

Kingston is currently living his best life in AEW after returning from a long-term injury, with it known he is under contract until 2031. However, fans should enjoy him while they can, as he has already announced plans to buy a place in Alaska after his contract expires and “get the f*ck away from society.” The only caveat is that he’ll still need to be able to stream Yankees, Giants, Knicks, and Rangers games, indicating that while wrestling may be his first love, he couldn’t live without New York sports teams.

In a candid social media post, AEW and ROH star Deonna Purrazzo has shared a disturbing stalker ordeal. A man who was a victim of a catfish scam drove from Connecticut to New Jersey, believing he was in a relationship with her. However, after Purrazzo explained the deception to him at WrestleCon, he returned the next day to watch her compete on an indie show. Back in Florida, police declined her report due to jurisdictional issues, leaving her deeply shaken.

“Last August, a man drove 2 hrs from CT to meet me at WrestleCon, thinking we were in a relationship. I had let him down gently that he had been catfished. The next day, he drove back to CT to watch me wrestle at a local show. I called the Orlando Police to file a report when I got home bc I wanted it documented this man already traveled across state lines TWICE to see me. They told me since the incident didn’t happen in FL, they couldn’t file a report.” – Deonna Purrazzo

Unfortunately, several female wrestlers have faced similarly alarming stalker threats in recent years. In 2020, Sonya Deville survived a terrifying home invasion by a man armed with a knife, zip ties, and duct tape who intended to kidnap her. Liv Morgan had to deal with a Canadian man who traveled to her Florida home in 2025, attempted to break in, and left a strange note. Stars like Saraya and Alexa Bliss have also reported obsessive fans, threats, and privacy invasions, highlighting the ongoing dangers female wrestlers endure.

In a powerful testament to resilience, former WWE employee Janel Grant will receive the prestigious 2026 Advocacy in Action Award from the Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence. The honor, to be presented at the organization’s Annual Breakfast on September 11, celebrates her courageous fight to reform nondisclosure agreements that often silence survivors of workplace abuse. This recognition arrives amid her high-profile lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE, where she has alleged sexual assault, emotional abuse, and sex trafficking, all claims McMahon has strongly denied.

“Congratulations to @janelgrant.ct, one of our 2026 Advocacy in Action Award Winners! Janel is a survivor of workplace sexual assault and trafficking who was silenced by a nondisclosure agreement she was forced to enter into with a CT corporation. Since then, she has been instrumental in advocating for the passage of legislation to limit the use of NDAs when they silence survivors, using advocacy to frame NDA reform as a matter of supporting and protecting human rights. Janel is an incredibly kind, empathetic, and brave woman who believes in the power of being the light you want to see and in people showing up for one another. She is committed to developing a new framework that establishes standards for effectively addressing the complex intersections of power dynamics, coercive control, and mental health.” – instagram.com/endsexualviolence_ct

In a surprising development, this shocking case took a significant turn on June 11, 2026, when Grant, McMahon, and WWE jointly asked a Connecticut federal court to transfer the proceedings to confidential arbitration. Subsequqntly a judge approved the request the following day, with it known that McMahon and WWE both sought this from the beginning under the terms of the 2022 NDA clause Grant was fighting. This shift removes sensitive details and testimony from public view, paving the way for a quieter, faster resolution behind closed doors.