In a high-profile rematch on this week’s IMPACT, Mike Santana successfully retained the TNA World Championship against Steve Maclin. The victory keeps Santana at the top of the title picture and prevents Maclin from reclaiming the gold in a hard-fought encounter that maintained Santana’s momentum as champion.

Santana’s win raises questions about the next challenger and whether Maclin will get another opportunity to climb back into title contention. For now, Santana’s reign continues, and the TNA World Championship scene remains wide open as IMPACT moves forward.

Originally reported by Wrestling Inc.: https://www.wrestlinginc.com/2179148/tna-impact-mike-santana-steve-maclin-world-title-rematch-hangs-onto/.

WWE is reportedly requiring WWE ID signees to use company-mandated ring names for all upcoming appearances, according to BodySlam. Reported switches include Aricia Demia to Anya Rune, Notorious Mimi to Sloane Jacobs, Starboy Charlie to Chazz Starboy Hall, Jariel Rivera to Santi Rivera, Jimmy House to CJ Valor and Mike Cunningham to Max Abrams.

WWE ID, launched in October 2024, is the company’s independent development program that designates select indie schools and tags individual prospects for training, mentorship and access to WWE resources as a pathway toward a potential WWE contract. Originally reported by Wrestling Observer: https://www.f4wonline.com/news/wwe/wwe-id-name-changes-independent-talent/.