TNA Adds Bully Ray to AMC Debut – TNA Wrestling is making a major push ahead of its move from AXS TV to AMC, with the promotion adding more star power to its debut week on national television.
The first-ever TNA Thursday Night iMPACT on AMC will air live from the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The episode marks a historic moment for the company as it launches a new era in prime time. In the days leading up to the broadcast, TNA has continued to announce notable names and key attractions for the show.
It was already confirmed that WWE Superstar AJ Styles will make his return to TNA for the debut episode. Now, the company has revealed that another familiar face will also be present. WWE Hall of Fame legend Bully Ray, also known to fans as Bubba Ray Dudley, will be in attendance for the show.
Heading into the highly anticipated AMC premiere, TNA announced that Bully Ray will serve as the special guest commentator for the TNA World Championship match. The title bout will see Frankie Kazarian defend against Mike Santana in what is expected to be one of the night’s featured matches. Bully Ray’s involvement adds extra attention to the championship showdown and reinforces the importance of the debut broadcast.
Additional intrigue for the episode was teased by Matt Hardy, who promoted the show on social media earlier this week. Hardy hinted that fans should expect more than what has already been announced.
TNA iMPACT will kill it this Thursday on AMC TV, Hardy wrote on X. They’ll be some great surprises & badass action in the ring!
Beyond the World Championship match, the iMPACT on AMC debut will include several other high-profile bouts. Leon Slater is set to defend the X-Division Championship against Myron Reed. The Hardys and Elijah will team up to face Order 4. The TNA Knockouts Tag Team Titles will also be on the line, with The IInspiration taking on The Elegance Brand.
With AJ Styles returning, Bully Ray joining the broadcast team, and multiple championship matches scheduled, TNA is clearly positioning the AMC debut as a statement night for the promotion.
TNA Adds Bully Ray to AMC Debut
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