TNA Impact 7/2/2026: 3 Things We Hated & 3 Things We Loved
In the midst of plenty of behind-the-scenes and on camera upheaval, TNA is continuing to truck along with episodes of "Impact." The latest was taped in Albany, New York, and the episode kicked off a tournament to crown the TNA Knockouts TV Champion, featuring two matches from that, confrontations involving both world champions, and a main event that pitted Leon Slater against Eddie Edwards of The System.
As always, we've put together a collection of opinions for you to peruse, both positive and negative. We'll cover x, x, and one of the few production changes we noticed amid all the backstage changes. Take a look at our thoughts and then share some of your own in the comments, and be sure to go read our "TNA Impact" 7/2/2026 results page to find out everything that took place.
When I learned that a Knockouts Television title had been created, one of the first possible holders that came to mind was Tasha Steelz. After all, she's one of the longest tenured women on the Knockouts roster; she's also a former world and tag team champion, which means she knows what it takes to bear the responsibility of holding major gold.
Unfortunately, any hopes that I had of Steelz making more TNA history were instantly dashed as Mara Sade defeated her in the opening round of Knockouts TV Championship tournament on tonight's episode of "Impact."
Don't get wrong, I enjoy watching Sade wrestle. She's a bright star that has potential to shine even more in the singles spotlight. She should advance in the tournament too. When it comes at the expense of Steelz, though, I'll admit that I'm a little bummed.
Considering that the majority of the tournament competitors have either been contracted to for TNA less than three years or brought in from outside promotions, I'd like to see at least one veteran name in the semi-finals, or at the very least, the quarterfinals. Steelz, a woman w
