When news broke about a partnership between TNA and WWE, I couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow. As a longtime wrestling fan, this feels like a surprising move, one that I’m not entirely sure benefits WWE as much as it does TNA. Don’t get me wrong, collaboration in wrestling can be a game changer, but when I look at WWE’s current setup, I can’t help but question the real motive behind this partnership.
For years, WWE has stood tall as the global leader in professional wrestling. They are on Netflex, the NXT developmental system, and the WWE ID program to scout and build future stars. With such an extensive infrastructure already in place, why bring in TNA? NXT alone has been a powerhouse for grooming talentjust look at alumni like Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Becky Lynch. So, what does WWE gain here?
On the other hand, the benefits for TNA are crystal clear. This partnership could provide them with exposure to a broader audience, access to WWE’s production quality, and possibly even some crossover appearances that could boost their brand significantly. TNA has struggled with consistency over the years, despite having some great talent and a loyal fan base. Aligning with WWE might be their ticket to reinvigorating the company and positioning themselves as a stronger competitor in the wrestling world.
However, there’s an elephant in the room, the MLW (Major League Wrestling) lawsuit against WWE. If you’re unfamiliar with the case, here’s a quick rundown MLW filed a lawsuit accusing WWE of engaging in anti competitive practices, alleging that WWE interfered with MLW’s media deals and essentially tried to squash them out of the market. This case has raised questions about WWE’s monopoly like dominance in wrestling and whether they’ve been too aggressive in stifling competition.
Now, how does this lawsuit tie into the WWE-TNA partnership? It’s possible that WWE is trying to change the narrative. By working with TNA, WWE could paint itself as a company open to collaboration and willing to work with other promotions. This could help them counter accusations of monopolistic behavior and improve their image in the eyes of fans, wrestlers, and even the courts in the future
But even with that in mind, I’m still left scratching my head. WWE doesn’t need to prove its dominance it’s already the biggest wrestling company in the world. Partnering with TNA feels like more of a PR move than a strategic business decision. While it may help WWE in the courtroom or in the public eye, I don’t see how it bolsters their core business. They already have the resources to scout, train, and showcase top talent. If anything, this partnership might dilute their focus on homegrown stars by adding more variables to the mix.
Ultimately, I think TNA has much more to gain here than WWE does. For TNA, this could be a lifeline, a chance to elevate their brand and reach a wider audience. For WWE, the payoff feels less tangible. Perhaps there’s more to this deal that we don’t know yet, or maybe WWE is simply looking to test the waters of collaboration in a way that doesn’t threaten their dominance. Whatever the case may be, I’ll be watching closely.
