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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Flags, Fists & Fallout: Trump and Carney Called to U.S. Versus Canada Wrestling Smackdown
Zone·ify turns up the heat with full-page ads in The New York Post and The Toronto Star challenging the U.S. and Canadian leaders to attend May 25 'Border Brawl' wrestling supershow in Niagara Falls, Canada The Border Brawl will stream for free and exclusively on – starting at 5 pm ET NIAGARA FALLS, Ontario, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The gloves are off, and so are the diplomatic filters. This week, Zone·ify placed full-page ads in The New York Post and The Toronto Star publicly inviting President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney to witness the ultimate international smackdown: "The Border Brawl", a live, no-holds-barred wrestling spectacle streaming free across Canada and the USA on May 25. Held at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre – on the Canadian side of the Falls – "The Border Brawl" will pit Team USA against Team Canada in a high-impact, suplex-filled showdown. With politicians stuck in a stalemate over trade, softwood lumber, steel, and maple syrup bragging rights, Zone·ify is settling the score in a more sophisticated way: in the wrestling ring. "With politicians on both sides of the border stuck in a deadlock, we decided to go big — with full-page invites in two of the most patriotic tabloids on the continent," said Doug Edwards, President of Zone·tv. "It's time for the leaders of the free world to tag in and witness what real international conflict resolution looks like: sweat, smack talk, and steel chairs." Zone·ify and TNA Wrestling put together two teams of elite wrestling warriors and coaches. Team America to battle on behalf of Mr. Trump and Team Canada to throw their elbows up for Mr. Carney. The star-studded lineup for "The Border Brawl" includes: Flag Match: Nic Nemeth (USA) vs. Santino Marella (Canada) Matt Hardy (USA) vs. Eric Young (Canada) Tessa Blanchard (USA) vs. Jody Threat (Canada) Brian Myers and Eddie Edwards (w/ Alisha Edwards) (USA) vs. Judas Icarus and Travis Williams (Canada) Hardcore Match: Tommy Dreamer (USA) vs. Champagne Singh (Canada) Victoria Crawford (USA) vs. Courtney Rush (Canada) Moose and JDC (USA) vs. Channing Decker and Jesse Bieber (Canada) Frankie Kazarian (USA) vs. Cody Deaner (Canada) Sami Callihan (USA) vs. William Trudeau (w/ The Personal Concierge) (Canada) The Border Brawl also features powerhouse coaches for both nations: USA Coaches Former UFC star Rampage Jackson Former WWE star Kelly Kelly With special guest Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake CANADA Coaches Former WWE star Jacques "The Mountie" Rougeau Former TNA star Allie Tickets are available now through and The main event streams live and free, exclusively on Zone·ify at 5:00 pm ET, followed by a fan meet-and-greet. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit veterans and wounded warrior organizations across both nations. So, whether you're waving stars and stripes or repping the maple leaf, this night is for warriors past and present. Will Trump and Carney appear ringside? Or will they dodge the body slams like another trade negotiation? Will Canada become the 51st State or will America join the Monarchy again? Discover on May 25, exclusively on Zone·ify! Zone·ify, available on over 422 million devices and in 16 million Pay TV households, delivers curated live content, FAST channels, and events like nothing else on the digital landscape. Partnering with TNA Wrestling, this event brings together decades of ring drama, nationalist tension, and a shared love of over-the-top theatrics. ABOUT ZONE·IFY Zone·ify is a free, ad-supported streaming platform delivering live events, FAST channels, movies, short-form content, and exclusive programming to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Comcast, DIRECTV, Cox, Rogers, Bell, mobile devices, and the web, Zone·ify reaches over 422 million consumer devices and 16 million Pay TV households. With 75+ curated channels, a growing slate of live ring sports, and bold original content, Zone·ify is where niche meets mainstream — all in one place, always free. Learn more at ABOUT TNA WRESTLING A subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. and a division of Anthem Sports Group, Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling® is one of the world's top wrestling brands, producing over 200 hours of original content annually and televised in 200 countries including AXS TV in the United States. Founded in 2002, TNA Wrestling's deep library of premium content is streamed across the world on key OTT platforms including Pluto TV, Roku Samsung TV Plus and its own on-demand subscription service TNA+©. TNA Wrestling has a powerful social media presence with over 10 million engaged followers across all major services. Ancillary businesses include live events, merchandise, licensing, and sponsorship. View source version on Contacts Peter Binazeski, Zone·ify – pbinazeski@ Cindy Ronzoni, Anthem Sports & Entertainment – cronzoni@ Ross Forman, TNA – rforman@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Flags, Fists & Fallout: Trump and Carney Called to U.S. Versus Canada Wrestling Smackdown
NIAGARA FALLS, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The gloves are off, and so are the diplomatic filters. This week, Zone·ify placed full-page ads in The New York Post and The Toronto Star publicly inviting President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney to witness the ultimate international smackdown: 'The Border Brawl', a live, no-holds-barred wrestling spectacle streaming free across Canada and the USA on May 25. Zone·ify turns up the heat with full-page ads in The New York Post and The Toronto Star challenging the U.S. and Canadian leaders to attend May 25 'Border Brawl' wrestling supershow in Niagara Falls, Canada. Share Held at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre – on the Canadian side of the Falls – 'The Border Brawl' will pit Team USA against Team Canada in a high-impact, suplex-filled showdown. With politicians stuck in a stalemate over trade, softwood lumber, steel, and maple syrup bragging rights, Zone·ify is settling the score in a more sophisticated way: in the wrestling ring. 'With politicians on both sides of the border stuck in a deadlock, we decided to go big — with full-page invites in two of the most patriotic tabloids on the continent,' said Doug Edwards, President of Zone·tv. 'It's time for the leaders of the free world to tag in and witness what real international conflict resolution looks like: sweat, smack talk, and steel chairs.' Zone·ify and TNA Wrestling put together two teams of elite wrestling warriors and coaches. Team America to battle on behalf of Mr. Trump and Team Canada to throw their elbows up for Mr. Carney. The star-studded lineup for 'The Border Brawl' includes: Flag Match: Nic Nemeth (USA) vs. Santino Marella (Canada) Matt Hardy (USA) vs. Eric Young (Canada) Tessa Blanchard (USA) vs. Jody Threat (Canada) Brian Myers and Eddie Edwards (w/ Alisha Edwards) (USA) vs. Judas Icarus and Travis Williams (Canada) Hardcore Match: Tommy Dreamer (USA) vs. Champagne Singh (Canada) Victoria Crawford (USA) vs. Courtney Rush (Canada) Moose and JDC (USA) vs. Channing Decker and Jesse Bieber (Canada) Frankie Kazarian (USA) vs. Cody Deaner (Canada) Sami Callihan (USA) vs. William Trudeau (w/ The Personal Concierge) (Canada) The Border Brawl also features powerhouse coaches for both nations: USA Coaches Former UFC star Rampage Jackson Former WWE star Kelly Kelly With special guest Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake CANADA Coaches Former WWE star Jacques 'The Mountie' Rougeau Former TNA star Allie Tickets are available now through and The main event streams live and free, exclusively on Zone·ify at 5:00 pm ET, followed by a fan meet-and-greet. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit veterans and wounded warrior organizations across both nations. So, whether you're waving stars and stripes or repping the maple leaf, this night is for warriors past and present. Will Trump and Carney appear ringside? Or will they dodge the body slams like another trade negotiation? Will Canada become the 51 st State or will America join the Monarchy again? Discover on May 25, exclusively on Zone·ify! Zone·ify, available on over 422 million devices and in 16 million Pay TV households, delivers curated live content, FAST channels, and events like nothing else on the digital landscape. Partnering with TNA Wrestling, this event brings together decades of ring drama, nationalist tension, and a shared love of over-the-top theatrics. ABOUT ZONE·IFY Zone·ify is a free, ad-supported streaming platform delivering live events, FAST channels, movies, short-form content, and exclusive programming to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Comcast, DIRECTV, Cox, Rogers, Bell, mobile devices, and the web, Zone·ify reaches over 422 million consumer devices and 16 million Pay TV households. With 75+ curated channels, a growing slate of live ring sports, and bold original content, Zone·ify is where niche meets mainstream — all in one place, always free. Learn more at A subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. and a division of Anthem Sports Group, Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling ® is one of the world's top wrestling brands, producing over 200 hours of original content annually and televised in 200 countries including AXS TV in the United States. Founded in 2002, TNA Wrestling's deep library of premium content is streamed across the world on key OTT platforms including Pluto TV, Roku Samsung TV Plus and its own on-demand subscription service TNA+©. TNA Wrestling has a powerful social media presence with over 10 million engaged followers across all major services. Ancillary businesses include live events, merchandise, licensing, and sponsorship.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
U.S President Donald Trump and Canadian PM Mark Carney receives invitation to attend TNA Wrestling event in Canada
(U.S. President Donald Trump) In a surprising turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has been invited to attend Total Nonstop Action (TNA) wrestling's upcoming event, ''The Border Brawl" in Canada. Though the former WWE Hall of Famer and current president of the United States remains busy with his political and administrative life, however, he occasionally shows interest in professional wrestling . This time, TNA wrestling has invited the U.S. President and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to grace the event in Canada, amidst the brewing tensions between the two countries and the ongoing tariff war. Let's take a closer look at the details of the event. TNA wrestling event ''The Border Brawl'' to host U.S President Donald Trump and Canadian PM Mark Carney The TNA wrestling event, ''The Border Brawl'', is all set to host U.S. President Donald Trump this time in the show in Canada. The upcoming event is scheduled for May 25, 2025, and will emanate live from the Niagara Falls Convention Centre in Canada. Reports suggest that Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have been officially invited to attend 'The Border Brawl.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning For Working Professionals. BITS Pilani WILP Apply Now Undo As per reports, the event co-produced with aims to satirically address the ongoing trade disputes between the United States and Canada through this event of professional wrestling. "The Border Brawl" is set to feature a lineup of wrestling legends, including Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake, 'The Mountie' Jacques Rougeau, UFC's Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, and Barbie Blank, known to fans as Kelly Kelly. According to TNA Wrestling, "The evening kicks off with a fan meet-and-greet from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, followed by the main live and streamed event from 6:00 to 9:00 PM ET. The entire show will stream exclusively and for free on Zone·ify, available on Roku, Fire TV, Google Android TV, Comcast Xfinity TV, Cox Contour TV, and more." Regarding President Trump's invitation, Businesswire stated, 'U.S. President Donald Trump has been invited to attend an upcoming TNA Wrestling event, though he would need to travel to Canada to be there as well.' The Battle of the Billionaires takes place at WrestleMania 23 As per Doug Edwards, President of Zone·tv , 'The level of political sparring in the U.S.–Canada trade and tariff talks has been a spectacle, to say the least. Having our two leaders settle this at the 'Border Brawl' wrestling event may be the best and most entertaining way to get the deals done.' President Trump's relationship with wrestling is not new. He had appeared a few times at wrestling events as such. His history with professional wrestling is well-documented. Also Read : WWE debutant Jeff Cobb puts an end to speculation with Jacob Fatu on the Backlash alliance Trump used to be one of the popular figures in the world of professional wrestling, who made multiple appearances in WWE events. His most notable participation was in the "Battle of the Billionaires" at WrestleMania 23 in 2007, and he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Business Wire
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Diplomacy Taps Out: U.S. President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Carney Invited Ringside at the Zone·ify 'The Border Brawl' Mega-Event
NIAGARA FALLS, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--If tariffs, timber disputes, and pipeline politics weren't enough, the real showdown between America and Canada is now set — and United States President Donald J. Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are officially invited to witness it firsthand. Welcome to 'The Border Brawl,' a no-holds-barred wrestling spectacle co-produced by Zone·ify and TNA Wrestling, streaming live, free, and exclusively on across Canada and the U.S. on May 25. The free streaming entertainment platform Zone·ify throws down the gauntlet and invites world leaders to take ringside seats for the only international conflict that ends with a body slam Share Taking place on the Canadian side of the majestic Niagara Falls, 'The Border Brawl' is not just a wrestling event. With traditional diplomacy in a headlock, Zone·ify is extending VIP invitations to Trump and Carney to attend the festivities and maybe even raise a championship belt together…or at least agree on a decent steel trade deal. 'The level of political sparring in the U.S. – Canada trade and tariff talks has been a spectacle, to say the least,' said Doug Edwards, President of Zone·tv. 'Having our two leaders settle this at the 'Border Brawl' wrestling event may be the best and most entertaining way to get the deals done.' Streaming for free on Zone·ify and airing live at 5:00 PM ET on May 25, the event will feature legends like Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake, 'The Mountie' Jacques Rougeau, Kelly Kelly (Barbie Blank), UFC icon Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, and a soon-to-be-revealed lineup of TNA Wrestling's top stars. The live event will be held at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre, followed by a fan meet and greet. Tickets will be available starting Thursday at 10 am ET at and Happening on Memorial Day weekend, a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit nonprofit organizations supporting injured veterans and active-duty service members — a meaningful cause on both sides of the border. Whether you're red, white, and blue… or red and white with a maple leaf, this is the one time you'll want your politicians ringside instead of stonewalling in Ottawa or DC. And who knows? If Trump and Carney show up, they might just find common ground — or at least agree that body slams speak louder than sanctions. ABOUT ZONE·IFY Zone·ify is a free, ad-supported streaming platform delivering live events, FAST channels, movies, short-form content, and exclusive programming to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Comcast, DIRECTV, Cox, Rogers, Bell, mobile devices, and the web, Zone·ify reaches over 422 million consumer devices and 16 million Pay TV households. With 75+ curated channels, a growing slate of live ring sports, and bold original content, Zone·ify is where niche meets mainstream — all in one place, always free. Learn more at A subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. and a division of Anthem Sports Group, Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling® is one of the world's top wrestling brands, producing over 200 hours of original content annually and televised in 200 countries including AXS TV in the United States. Founded in 2002, TNA Wrestling's deep library of premium content is streamed across the world on key OTT platforms including Pluto TV, Roku Samsung TV Plus and its own on-demand subscription service TNA+©. TNA Wrestling has a powerful social media presence with over 10 million engaged followers across all major services. Ancillary businesses include live events, merchandise, licensing, and sponsorship.
Business Wire
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
U.S. and Canadian Trade War Goes Full Contact: Zone·ify Presents a TNA Produced Wrestling Event 'The Border Brawl'— Where Diplomacy Ends and Body Slams Begin
NIAGARA FALLS, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tariffs? Negotiations? Please. This month, America and Canada will settle their differences the old-fashioned way: with steel chairs, smack talk, and suplexes. Welcome to 'The Border Brawl,' a live, international wrestling super-spectacle streaming exclusively for free on Zone·ify, co-produced with TNA Wrestling. 'The Border Brawl' will stream live on May 25 from the Canada / USA border in Niagara Falls, Canada, exclusively for free on Zone·ify. America and Canada will settle their differences the old-fashioned way: with steel chairs, smack talk, and suplexes. Share Available across the U.S. and Canada, 'The Border Brawl' will take place on May 25, at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre on the Canadian side of the border — proudly billed as 'the prettier side of the Falls.' With politicians deadlocked and trade talks in a chokehold, the only solution is a no-disqualification, international slobberknocker inside the squared circle. Forget diplomacy — this one's going to be settled with piledrivers, fisticuffs, and a whole lot of trash talk. The live and streamed event starts at 5:00 pm ET followed by a fan meet and greet. The entire show will stream exclusively and for free on Zone·ify, available on Roku, Fire TV, Google Android TV, Comcast Xfinity TV, Cox Contour TV, Rogers Xfinity TV, Videotron Helix TV, Buckeye and MaxxSouth TV, Smart TVs, mobile devices, and the web. Starting next week, fans can purchase tickets for the live event at In the spirit of unity and impact beyond the ring, proceeds from all ticket sales will benefit nonprofit organizations that support injured veterans and service members in their journey of healing and recovery. By attending The Border Brawl, fans will not only witness an unforgettable night of body slams and border pride — they'll also be supporting real-life warriors who've fought for and served. 'At Zone·ify, we figured if trade negotiations are going to be a circus, we might as well sell tickets,' said Doug Edwards, President of Zone·tv. ''The Border Brawl' is what happens when you give international policy a kick in the a** and let it settle things in the ring. It's absurd, over-the-top, and somehow still makes more sense than real-world diplomacy. We can't wait for fans across North America to witness the madness live on May 25.' It's a trade war grudge match of tariffs, armbars, and slams, wrapped in a 51 st State flag. Team USA brings its swagger, oil, bourbon, and oversized egos, with Team Canada countering with politeness, softwood lumber, beer, and ice-cold vengeance. Only one nation walks away with bragging rights—and the other might get launched over the falls in a barrel. 'The Border Brawl' will include some of the biggest names in professional wrestling, who will be there alongside TNA fan favorites. They include: Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake – WWE Hall of Famer, and the original bad boy of barbershops. Expect snips, smirks, and sharp jabs — verbal and literal. 'The Mountie' Jacques Rougeau – Canada's proudest export with a taser in one hand and the Intercontinental belt in the other. He's not just bringing the law — he is the law. Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson – UFC legend. Global superstar. Wild card. If diplomacy had an enforcer, it'd be him. Kelly Kelly (Barbie Blank) – The American icon returns ringside with attitude, sparkle, and slaps for anyone underestimating Team USA. The TNA lineup for this exciting event will be announced soon. Zone·ify, available on over 422 million devices and in 16 million Pay TV households, delivers curated live content, FAST channels, and events like nothing else on the digital landscape. Partnering with TNA Wrestling, this event brings together decades of ring drama, nationalist tension, and a shared love of over-the-top theatrics. ABOUT ZONE·IFY Zone·ify is a free, ad-supported streaming platform delivering live events, FAST channels, movies, short-form content, and exclusive programming to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Comcast, DIRECTV, Cox, Rogers, Bell, mobile devices, and the web, Zone·ify reaches over 422 million consumer devices and 16 million Pay TV households. With 75+ curated channels, a growing slate of live ring sports, and bold original content, Zone·ify is where niche meets mainstream — all in one place, always free. Learn more at A subsidiary of Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc. and a division of Anthem Sports Group, Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling® is one of the world's top wrestling brands, producing over 200 hours of original content annually and televised in 200 countries including AXS TV in the United States. Founded in 2002, TNA Wrestling's deep library of premium content is streamed across the world on key OTT platforms including Pluto TV, Roku Samsung TV Plus and its own on-demand subscription service TNA+©. TNA Wrestling has a powerful social media presence with over 10 million engaged followers across all major services. Ancillary businesses include live events, merchandise, licensing, and sponsorship.
