Tonight’s episode of Thursday Night iMPACT on AMC promises to be a pivotal broadcast as the brand continues to establish its new era on the network. Week two of the show, airing this evening, January 22nd, has been bolstered by the announcement that the reigning TNA World Champion, Mike Santana, will make a live appearance. This segment is expected to address the fallout from his recent, grueling battles with Frankie Kazarian. Santana’s momentum is currently at an all-time high after regaining the championship during the historic premiere episode on AMC, a victory that set the tone for the company’s new direction. He then solidified his status as the top dog in the yard by defeating Kazarian again just days later in a violent Texas Deathmatch at the Genesis pay-per-view, effectively closing the chapter on that rivalry.
The card for tonight’s show is stacked with intrigue and potential future title implications. In the Knockouts division, Indi Hartwell is scheduled to go one-on-one with M by Elegance, who will be accompanied by her entourage, Heather by Elegance and The Personal Concierge. This matchup presents a significant opportunity for Hartwell to climb the ranks against one of the division’s most flamboyant stars. Meanwhile, the X-Division spotlight will shine on a high-flying encounter between “The Charismatic Enigma” Jeff Hardy and Mustafa Ali. Both men are known for their innovative offense, and a win here could position either competitor for a future shot at gold. Additionally, the dark and mysterious Elayna Black is set to make an appearance, adding a layer of supernatural unpredictability to the evening’s proceedings.
Perhaps the most buzzed-about segment involves the dominant faction known as The System. The group has promised to reveal a new member tonight, a move that could shift the balance of power within TNA. Speculation is running rampant regarding who might be aligning with the stable, as their influence continues to grow across the roster. The show will also feature the return of the controversial “Feast or Fired” concept, a high-stakes match where careers can be made or ended with the retrieval of a briefcase. The unpredictable nature of Feast or Fired ensures that the landscape of the company will look very different by the time the credits roll.
As TNA marches toward its next major event, the focus is heavily on stabilizing the championship picture and establishing new challengers. With No Surrender historically taking place in February, tonight’s episode will likely plant the seeds for the main event of that show. Fans will be watching closely to see if a new contender steps up to interrupt Mike Santana’s address, or if the champion will issue an open challenge to the locker room. The integration of new talent and the evolution of existing storylines suggest that TNA is aggressively pursuing a larger market share in 2026.
