TNA Thursday Night iMPACT on AMC Results – (01/22/2026) |Feast or Fired Briefcases Revealed

📺 TNA Thursday Night Impact on AMC — Live Results & Recap

Episode Date: January 29, 2026

Where It Aired: AMC, AMC+, Sportsnet 360, TNA+

Venue: Tingley Coliseum — Albuquerque, New Mexico

TNA’s newest weekly television era continues with another explosive edition of Thursday Night Impact on AMC! This week’s episode delivered high stakes, storyline developments, surprise re-signings, and a Feast or Fired reveal that shook the entire roster — most notably resulting in the firing of a major star.

🔥 Show Overview: What Was on the Line

This episode built directly off last week’s chaos and laid groundwork for the upcoming No Surrender special on February 13, 2026. TNA delivered multiple key matches and segments, with a heavy emphasis on storyline advancement and feud escalation, especially in the wake of the Feast or Fired briefcases being opened.

📊 Match Results & Breakdown

🥊 Nic Nemeth vs. BDE

Result: Nic Nemeth defeated BDE

Nemeth continued his singles push with a decisive win over the social-media-fueled BDE. The victory reinforces Nemeth’s standing as a threat in the midcard scene and gives BDE valuable exposure despite the loss.

Story Impact:

Nemeth’s win sets up potential future clashes with main event talent — especially in light of his brother Ryan Nemeth’s various confrontations — and builds momentum heading toward upcoming PPV opportunities.

🏆 Stacks (w/ Arianna Grace) vs. The Home Town Man

Result: Stacks defeated The Home Town Man

Stacks, the reigning International Champion, picked up a non-title victory here. Despite the hometown hero effort, Stacks used ring savvy and heel tactics to secure the win.

Story Impact:

This match further solidified Stacks as a dominant heel champion, and Grace’s ongoing involvement suggests the duo will remain a long-term thorn in fan favorites’ sides.

🎸 Elijah vs. Jason Hotch (w/ Order 4)

Result: Elijah defeated Jason Hotch

Elijah overcame interference attempts from Order 4 members to score a gritty singles victory, showcasing resilience and character growth.

Story Impact:

Elijah’s win is key to his rising credibility, and the Order 4 storyline remains a compelling multi-layered feud with his character at the center.

🔥 Elayna Black vs. Ruthie Jay

Result: Elayna Black defeated Ruthie Jay

The former Cora Jade made her official TNA in-ring debut under her new persona, picking up a strong victory and showcasing an updated finishing maneuver — a double underhook twisting neckbreaker — that has fans buzzing.

Story Impact:

Black’s debut win positions her as an immediate Knockouts contender and opens up potential rivalries in the division.

⚔️ No Holds Barred: Rich Swann vs. AJ Francis

Result: Rich Swann defeated AJ Francis (No Holds Barred)

In a hard-hitting grudge match, Swann overcame his former ally AJ Francis in a brutal environment where anything goes.

Story Impact:

This chapter in the long-running Swann/Francis rivalry escalates their feud ahead of further blow-off contests. Swann’s win also elevates him as a fighting babyface with momentum into the next chapter of his career.

🧨 Main Event Storyline: Feast or Fired Reveal

One of the central angles of the night was the Feast or Fired briefcase opening — a moment that saw Steve Maclin receive the dreaded pink slip and be fired from TNA.

🎫 Feast or Fired Results:

🥇 Trey Miguel — International Championship opportunity

🥈 Eddie Edwards — World Championship opportunity

🥉 Eric Young — X-Division Championship opportunity

❌ Steve Maclin — Fired from TNA

Story Impact:

Maclin’s firing is one of the biggest shakeups of the year — especially considering his accolades and long-term presence on the roster. His departure will have ripple effects throughout TNA storylines and may fuel additional feuds as other stars leverage their briefcase opportunities at upcoming specials like No Surrender.

📌 Breaking News & Updates

🆕 Injury & Roster Notes

Moose is currently out due to a severe back injury suffered at Genesis and compounded by post-show angles.

Mara Sadé is being evaluated after a clothesline from Ryan Nemeth.

🤝 New Signings & Faction Drama

Bear Bronson has officially signed with TNA and joined The System, joining forces with Eddie Edwards, Cedric Alexander, and Brian Myers after their recent heel turn.

Alisha Edwards has expressed discontent with The System’s direction, hinting at potential future splits or confrontations.

🔜 Upcoming Specials

TNA No Surrender is scheduled for February 13, 2026, setting the next major plot milestones across multiple divisions.

🤓 Trivia & Notes for Fans

Feast or Fired History: Maclin joins a lineage of high-profile talents who have lost their jobs via Feast or Fired, joining names like Low Ki and EC3.

Elayna Black’s Finisher: Her new neckbreaker variation has already sparked fan debates about the move’s name, potentially giving her a signature branding advantage early in her TNA run.

🏁 Final Thoughts

This week’s Impact on AMC delivered a compelling blend of story progression, hard-fought matches, and explosive developments — particularly the dramatic firing of Steve Maclin and the rise of new contenders. The storylines laid here set up No Surrender and beyond as must-watch events for TNA fans.

Stay tuned to Indy Pro Wrestling for continued coverage, previews, and analysis of TNA’s road to No Surrender! 🙌