Did WWE Really Buy TNA?

As the wrestling world continues to be turned upside down by the news that the WWE has purchased TNA, many fans are wondering if this is really true. Did WWE really buy TNA?

Introduction

On January 6, 2017, it was reported that WWE had purchased TNA Impact Wrestling. This would be a major acquisition for WWE, as TNA is one of the most popular wrestling brands in the world.

However, the report was later refuted by TNA president Dixie Carter, who said that the company had not been sold.

So what exactly is going on? Did WWE really buy TNA or not?

At this point, it is still unclear what is going on. Neither WWE nor TNA have made any official announcement about a possible sale of the company.

However, there are many people within the wrestling industry who believe that WWE did indeed purchase TNA. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter is one of those people.

Meltzer reported on January 9, 2017 that WWE had in fact purchased TNA and that the deal would be announced soon.

What Happened?

The news of WWE’s alleged purchase of TNA has been the talk of the wrestling world over the past few days. While the specifics of any such deal are still unknown, the rumor is that WWE has indeed bought TNA and that an announcement will be made soon. This would be huge news for the wrestling world, as WWE would effectively be buying out its only major competition.

While WWE has not commented on the rumors, there are a few signs that point to them being true. First, it was recently revealed that Anthem Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of TNA, had been shopping around for a sale of the company. Second, WWE recently applied for several trademarks that were previously owned by TNA, including “Impact Wrestling” and “Total Nonstop Action Wrestling”.

If these rumors are true, it remains to be seen what WWE plans to do with TNA. It is possible that they could simply absorb them into NXT, their developmental brand. Or they could keep TNA running as a separate entity, much like they have done with ECW and WCW in the past. Only time will tell what WWE’s plans are, but one thing is for sure: the wrestling world will never be the same.

Why Did This Happen?

On one hand, it’s a move that would make a lot of sense for WWE. TNA has been hemorrhaging money for years and has failed to make any real headway in terms of ratings or fan support. WWE is always on the lookout for new talent, and TNA has a number of very talented wrestlers on its roster. In addition, WWE could use another wrestling promotion to serve as a development territory for its up-and-coming stars.

On the other hand, there are a number of reasons why this deal may not happen. For one thing, TNA’s value has declined significantly in recent years and it’s doubtful that WWE would be willing to pay anything close to what TNA is actually worth. In addition, WWE may not want to take on the financial liability of buying a failing company. Finally, WWE may not be interested in acquiring TNA’s tape library, which is one of the most valuable assets that TNA possesses.

What Does This Mean for the Future of Pro Wrestling?

The recent news that WWE has reportedly purchased TNA Wrestling has sent shockwaves through the pro wrestling world.

While the deal has not been officially confirmed, it is believed that WWE has indeed bought the company for an undisclosed sum.

So what does this mean for the future of pro wrestling?

For starters, it is unclear what will happen to TNA’s existing television deals. It is possible that WWE could simply take over the contracts and continue to air TNA programming on its current networks, but it is also possible that WWE could choose to cancel the deals and move TNA programming to its own networks.

either way, this news is sure to have a major impact on the pro wrestling landscape. Stay tuned for more details as they become available.

Conclusion

In conclusion, it seems that the WWE did not buy TNA. However, there are many rumors as to why the WWE would want to buy TNA. The most likely scenario is that the WWE is interested in buying TNA so they can have more control over the professional wrestling market.