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Santana Retains TNA Title in Brutal Bout
22 May
Summary
- Steve Maclin returned to TNA Impact and challenged Mike Santana for the world title.
- Cedric Alexander retained his X Division Championship and was confronted by Fabian Aichner.
- Santino Marella will face Stacks next week after Arianna Grace's interference.

Steve Maclin made a dramatic return to TNA Impact, immediately challenging Mike Santana for the world championship. Their intense match saw both competitors have their moments, with Santana ultimately retaining his title after a grueling contest. The fallout from the X Division Championship match also unfolded, with Cedric Alexander basking in his victory. However, his celebration was cut short by the arrival of Fabian Aichner, who declared his intentions to become the next X Division champion.
Elsewhere, Arianna Grace and Stacks' interference in a women's match led to TNA Director of Authority Santino Marella confronting them. Marella announced he would face Stacks in a one-on-one match next week, a bout that was approved by Director of Operations Daria Rae. Mustafa Ali also successfully defended his TNA International Championship against Chazz "Starboy" Hall.