At the recent TNA Slammiversary event, new champions were crowned, and a notable WWE star made a surprising return. On the July 20th pay-per-view, Jeff and Matt Hardy captured the World Tag Team Championship, Jacee Jane claimed the Knockout World Championship to become a double champion, and Leon Slater took home the X Division Championship.
Leon Slater made history as the youngest ever X Division champion in the company, and WWE’s AJ Styles appeared to show his support for the wrestlers. A video of the moment shared on Twitter by Bodyslam’s Corey Hayes showcased Slater’s thrilled reaction to AJ Styles’ return. As AJ Styles’ entrance music played, Slater visibly jumped in excitement, unaware that Styles was about to join him in the ring. Slater later tweeted about his reaction, saying, “I had no clue.”
This heartfelt moment drew praise from the wrestling community, including Vedascott of North Wrestling, who described it as “pure joy.” Although AJ Styles was initially planned for a different role at Slammiversary, those plans reportedly changed. Another highlight of the event was Bully Ray arranging a match between the Dudleys and The Hardys, with ongoing intrigue around D-Von’s absence.
Fan Take: This crossover moment is significant for WWE fans as it bridges the gap between TNA and WWE talent, reigniting excitement for inter-promotional storylines. It highlights fresh storytelling opportunities that could bring more dynamic rivalries and unforgettable moments to the wrestling world.
