The January 29, 2026, edition of TNA iMPACT! served as a massive fallout show from Genesis, headlined by a career-altering “Feast or Fired” reveal and a brutal No Holds Barred main event.
The Heartbreak of Feast or Fired
The most pivotal moment of the night occurred backstage with Gia Miller and the four briefcase holders. The results have permanently altered the TNA roster:
Trey Miguel: Secured a shot at the TNA International Championship.
Eddie Edwards: Gained a guaranteed match for the TNA World Championship, further empowering The System.
Eric Young: Earned a shot at the X-Division Championship.
Steve Maclin: In a devastating turn, Maclin opened the “Fired” slip. Despite being a former World Champion and a cornerstone of the brand, Maclin was forced to pack his bags and leave the arena immediately.
Elijah Triumphs Over The System
Despite the numbers disadvantage against Order 4, Elijah managed to overcome Jason Hotch.
Interference: Mustafa Ali and the rest of Order 4 attempted to distract the referee and injure Elijah’s arm using the ring ropes.
The Turning Point: Elijah’s power proved too much, as he countered a Blue Thunder Bomb and connected with a thunderous Piledriver for the pinfall.
Post-Match: A beatdown ensued until Elijah cleared the ring with his guitar. Later backstage, Elijah offered protection to Jada Stone after she was bullied by The System, telling her she could “Walk with Elijah.”
Knockouts Division: The Arrival of Elayna Black
Elayna Black (formerly Cora Jade) made an immediate impact in her TNA debut against Ruthie Jay.
Dominance: Black showcased a more aggressive style, utilizing knee lifts and a gutwrench suplex.
The Finish: Black finished Jay with a twisting neckbreaker.
Daria Rae joined the commentary team for this match, hinting at future managerial or authority figure tension as she was later seen in a heated confrontation with Frankie Kazarian.
Main Event: Rich Swann vs. AJ Francis (No Holds Barred)
In a match fueled by months of animosity, Swann and Francis utilized every weapon available:
Weaponry: The bout featured trash cans, steel chains, chairs, and the ring steps.
The Finish: After Francis attempted to smother Swann with a trash can and multiple chair shots, Swann turned the tide with a spectacular hurricanrana off the top rope through two tables set up on the outside.
Result: Swann secured the three-count following a massive splash, finally putting his rivalry with Francis to rest. [1, 3]
