Frankie Kazarian Inks New Deal With TNA Wrestling – Talks Choosing To Stay, The Locker Room, Plus More

Coming off the momentum of a SOLD OUT Genesis PPV, TNA Wrestling has signed one of their originals to a new deal.

Moment ago, it was revealed by PWInsider.com that Frankie Kazarian has signed a new contract with the company.

“Ahead of tonight’s live episode of TNA Impact on AXS TV and TNA+, Frankie Kazarian exclusively confirmed to PWInsider.com this morning that he has signed a new deal with TNA Wrestling.”

Frankie commented on choosing to stay with TNA.

“I feel great continuing my relationship with this company.

In January 2023, I bet on myself. I made the choice to come back here because you can’t tell the story of Frankie Kazarian without TNA. Since then, I’ve seen this company grow exponentially. Now, we’re about to do our first live television broadcast in eight years. It’s an exciting time to be here, and there’s a lot of positive momentum.”

Kazarian shared his expectations for the company going forward:

“As I’ve said before, I came back because I still have a lot to offer. I don’t do well sitting on the bench. I just wanted to get in the game, to be a player, because I can still compete at a high level. Over the last few years, I’ve proven that, and I’m proud to be considered a leader, and sometimes a voice of reason, for the younger talent. I take that responsibility seriously, especially as I see this company continue to grow.”

Kazarian described the locker room atmosphere:

“It’s overwhelmingly positive. Since the rebranding and relaunch of TNA Wrestling, the excitement has been endless. This locker room is filled with amazing young talent, and this is just another step in the company’s evolution. Everyone is ready to take on the challenge of live TV, bigger venues, and a potential better distribution deal. We have incredible things planned—some of which are known, and some that are still unknown. Everyone is psyched and ready for tonight, which kicks off what’s sure to be a huge year for the company.”

H/T Mike Johnson of PWInsider for transcription.

Frankie won the Call Your Shot Gauntlet at the Bound For Glory PPv back in October of 2024, and has carried the trophy around and teased cashing it in for a World Title shot ever since winning it.

Frankie made his way down to the ring with his trophy on Sunday at the TNA Genesis PPV, only to be on the receiving end of a huge clothesline from JBL – who came out of the crowd and prevented Frankie from even making it to the ring.

TNA is running the first LIVE weekly episode in years tonight in San Antonio, Texas. Frankie isn’t scheduled for the show – which you can see a preview for here – but you never know when he’s going to show up. Tune in tonight!

Make sure you watch all the stars of TNA WRESTLING EVERY Thursday!
–AXSTV in USA
–TNA+ App. Sign up here. (Watch weekly iMPACT! episode simulcasted at the same time as AXS TV – 8pm Eastern /7pm Central)
–SportsNet 360 in CANADA

Catch the REPLAYS of TNA iMPACT:

–Right Now TV Network – multiple markets in the US (9-11pm Eastern time Tuesdays // episode from the previous week)
–SportsNet Pittsburgh– Pittsburgh, PA (Thursdays 10pm Eastern)
–New England Sports Network National Feed – 6 different states in the Northeast (Saturday 12-2pm Eastern, Sundays 12-2 am Eastern)
–Fight Network (13 day delay)/ TNA + app(14 day delay) – Canada

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