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Newsweek
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Former WWE Superstar Signs With TNA Wrestling
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The TNA Knockouts division has a new member. Mara Sadè, who was known to fans as Jakara Jackson during her time in WWE NXT, has officially signed a contract with TNA Wrestling. The company confirmed the signing in a press release issued Thursday night. The announcement was made immediately after her appearance on the July 24th episode of TNA iMPACT!. An Impactful Debut On the latest episode of TNA iMPACT!, Mara Sadè was revealed as the mystery partner for The IInspiration (Cassie Lee and Jessica McKay). The trio went on to defeat The Elegance Brand in a six-woman tag team match. This was not Sadè's first time appearing on TNA programming. While she was an NXT talent, she competed at the TNA Rebellion pay-per-view in April as part of the ongoing partnership between WWE and TNA. Her familiarity with the company and its roster makes her a seamless addition to the division. More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match From Meta-Four To A New Opportunity WWE fans will recognize Sadè from her run in NXT as Jakara Jackson. She was a prominent member of the popular and arrogant faction known as Meta-Four, alongside Lash Legend, Oro Mensah, and the leader, Noam Dar. As one of the group's powerhouse enforcers, she was a regular feature on NXT television for over a year. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE... LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE wrestler Braun Strowman will face heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and WWE champion Brock Lesnar will take on former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez at the WWE's Crown Jewel event at Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 31. More She was released from her WWE contract in May of 2025. Following her release, she stated her intention to continue her wrestling career and has been active on the independent circuit, including an appearance for 4th Rope Wrestling in France in late June. A Storied Division By signing with TNA, Mara Sadè joins one of the most acclaimed women's divisions in modern wrestling history. The TNA Knockouts division has a long legacy of focusing on serious, athletic in-ring competition. It was built by legendary champions like Gail Kim, Awesome Kong, and Mickie James. For a talented free agent like Sadè, the Knockouts division is the perfect place to carve out her own legacy and prove herself against some of the best wrestlers in the world. Her immediate alignment with fellow WWE alumni, The IInspiration, positions her as a key player in the tag team scene from day one. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
News18
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Undertaker Returns to Chokeslam TNA Champion; Fans Left Fuming
Last Updated: Undertaker confronted Trick Williams following the latter's critical take on The Deadman's LFG team before going on to slam the champion. Legendary wrestler The Undertaker shocked the world as he levelled TNA World Champion Trick Williams on NXT on Tuesday in a massive surprise. Undertaker confronted Williams following the latter's critical take on The Deadman's LFG team before going on to slam the champion. Williams called out The Undertaker, before expressing that he has been doing more than the legendary wrestler ever did for the sport as TNA Champion. The Dead Man gave the wrestler a piece of his mind before going on to plant him on the canvas with a deadly chokeslam just when Williams was about to whack the icon. WWE and TNA have announced a multi-year partnership allowing talent crossover between NXT and TNA programming. This agreement permits NXT Superstars and TNA Wrestling Stars to appear on each other's shows, including weekly flagship shows such as NXT and TNA iMPACT!, as well as select WWE Premium Live Events and TNA pay-per-views. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Newsweek
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Superstar Undergoes Surgery
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE NXT talent Wren Sinclair has revealed she recently underwent shoulder surgery, confirming that the procedure went smoothly. The promising superstar shared the news with fans via her Instagram account. Sinclair posted a time-lapse video that documented her journey through the surgical process, from pre-operative preparations to her post-surgery recovery. In the accompanying caption, she optimistically wrote, "Surgery was a success." This update provides a positive first step in her journey back to the ring, though no official timetable for her return has been announced. Sinclair, formerly known by names including Jakara Jackson (and referred to as "Reece" in the social media post where she announced her surgery), hasn't competed since a WWE NXT live event in Bartow, Florida, on March 22, 2025. At that show, she faced Karmen Petrovic in a singles contest. Before signing with WWE and joining the NXT brand, Sinclair, as Madi Wrenkowski, made a name for herself on the independent circuit and also made appearances for AEW. She officially signed with WWE in 2023, initially performing under the name Jakara Jackson on NXT Level Up and NXT television. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation During her time as Jackson, she was frequently featured alongside talent like Malik Blade, Edris Enofe, and Oro Mensah, forming an alliance known as "The Meta-Four" for a period with Mensah, Noam Dar, and Lash Legend. More recently, she was repackaged as Wren Sinclair, showcasing a more intense persona. Sexyy Red performs during NXT at The Factory on October 8, 2024 in Chesterfield, Missouri. Sexyy Red performs during NXT at The Factory on October 8, 2024 in Chesterfield, Missouri. WWE/Getty Images Sinclair has also been active on shows like WWE Main Event, gaining valuable experience. Showing off the evolving landscape of wrestling partnerships, she even made a notable crossover appearance on TNA iMPACT! earlier in 2025, a rare opportunity stemming from WWE's collaboration with TNA Wrestling. We wish her a speedy recovery. WWE is giving its talent and those in TNA a good opportunity as they can work on each other's brands. In the case of Reece, she needs all the reps and time in the ring as possible. Being able to branch out to TNA and work with their talent is a positive thing that can only help her in the long run. It will be interesting to see where WWE goes with her once she returns to action. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
