Top 5 TNA Matches That Shouldn't Be Slepped On.

Written By Patrick O'malley.

Intro.

As a longtime fan of the sport of Pro Wrestling, there has been multiple Matches that don't get the fair attention they deserve from fans, this mainly comes from the type of tribalism that you read about on X, and other platforms of social media. This is the reason that most people sleep on the goings on in TNA. I get that it's not everyones favourite promotion, but they've had some of the best Matches to take place on North American shores from over the past 20 years, so this is my look at those Matches, so sit back, get yourself a drink of something cold, and i'll begin. Please bare in mind that this is just my opinion, and if you agree then great, and if you don't, then that also awesome.

5. Eric Young vs Leon Slater X Division Championship Match TNA Sacrifice 2026.

I'm starting this off with a fresh one from their last PPV. I've had the pleasure of watching Bradfords own the last time WWE rolled through London when Friday Night Smackdown came live from Wembley OVO Arena this past January, he faced Carmelo hayes on that broadcast, and both men stole the show, and is what happened on the 27th of last month. Leon is a face for the future, and pairing him with Eric Young was a clever piece of booking. This Match is up there as a recent favourite of mine, and really needs a lot eyes on it, that haven't seen it. In my eyes it's an easy 5 stars.

4. Jeff Hardy vs Kurt Angle Steelcage Match TNA Sacrifice 2012.

This is one Match that doesn't get spoken about, and it's a real shame, because it's excellent. 2012, wasn't the best year for TNA when it came attendences, and this would be an issue for the promotion going forwards. This meant that the talent took it upon themselves to over deliver in the ring. This Match is the perfect case and point. Jeff Hardy was continuing his comeback arc, whilst Kurt Angle was adding to his growing legacy. This Match needs to be taught in Pro Wrestling schools, because it wasn't just great storytelling, and solid physicality being played out to an enthusiastic fan base, it was the definition of heart, and passion, being allowed to breathe. This is a must watch if you love pure unadulterated good old fashioned Pro Wrestling. I love this Match.

3. Bobby Rhode vs James Storm Street Fight TNA Bound For Glory 2012.

This Match was the Combination of a 12 month story coming to a bloodsoaked end. With the added edition of King Mo from Bellator MMA being used as a guest enforcer, this added nothing to the proceedings, however this was a cathartic release of a Match. Both men were a study in contrast in the latter stages of 2011 as the year went on. Storm would go on a minor downward spiral, after losing the TNA World Heavyweight Championship to his former Beer Money Inc Tag Team Partner Bobby Rhode, whilst Rhode would go on to hold the belt for 10 months losing it to Austin Aries at that years Hardcore Justice. This Match was the highest point on the card, and the TNA Match of the year in my opinion, and it was rated 4/5 stars from Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer. This rivalry was one of the best things that TNA had going for it back in 2012.

2. Josh Alexander vs Will Osperay Impact Wrestling 16th of November 2023.

After watching this 5 star classic, that no one talks about, you might need to pick your jaw up from off the floor, because this is incredible. Josh Alexander has an incredibly accute skill set when it comes to working inbetween the ropes. This made him the perfect component for Will Osperay. This was England vs Canada, and it was highly fascinating as both men went back and forth. As the Match into it's final stages, you could get the feeling that something special was happening before your eyes, and your right. I've been a fan of Both men for quite sometime, and this Match tells me one thing, they're never going to look this fresh ever again. It's the kind of Match that reminds me of the fact that it doesn't matter who wins, because the Match has made you feel alive on the planet. That's Pro Wrestling people, and we love it.

1. Kurt Angle vs AJ Styles TNA House Show London England TNA World heavyweight Championship 30.1.10.

This one is a personal favourite of mine, and if i'm being honest i'm also being a bit biased, because I was at this show. Both men worked a fantastic house show main event, that I sat ringside for, and I loved every second of it. I've been to major shows since this, and I still come back to this Match as one of my all time favourites. Their Physicality gas tanks worked overtime, as their exchanges managed to hype up the 8.500 fans that were in attendence. This Match was simply phenomanal, and a sight to be seen. After this Match. Kurt took to the mic, and thanked then TNA President Dixie Carter, for giving him, and everyone in the back a job, and a purpose. Also another cool fact. I shook hands with Dixie after this, and she thanked me for coming out to the show. Oh the memories.

Overview Of This Piece.

I have a deep love for Pro Wrestling, and you know what it doesn't matter what promotion is your jam, whether it's WWE. AEW. TNA, or even. NJPW. AAA, or CMLL, the fact that you're a fan should speak volumes. In life you're always going to find idiots that will slam for the things that you're into, and when those moments accure, just take my advice, and ignore them, because in this world we are all differant, and it's our differences that make us all special. And given the way that the world is going these days. I think this message is very important to remember. I like TNA, and I don't care who knows it.