TNA Impact Results 4/23 - World Title On The Line, Matt Hardy & Nic Nemeth In Action

Welcome to Wrestling Inc.'s coverage of "TNA Thursday Night iMPACT" on April 23, 2026, coming to you from the Upstate Medical University at the Oncenter War Memorial in Syracuse, NY!

At Rebellion, Bear Bronson won the tag titles with Brian Meyers. Last week, he had a heated confrontation with Nic Nemeth. Nemeth told Bronson, he'd face him anytime, any place. That time is tonight.

Last week at WrestleCon, The Righteous confronted The Hardys. Tonight, Matt Hardy will go one-on-one with Dutch. Hardy posted a video to social media warning that it's "almost broken season".

During last week's iMPACT, Mike Santana said he wanted to give out some opportunities and wanted to face someone who changed his life for the better: Rich Swann. Swann said he respects what Santana has done and knows title opportunities don't come along often. He promised to give every ounce of fire he has when they face off tonight.

Also at Rebellion, Xia Brookside turned on Lei Ying Lee and cost her the Knockouts title. She's been quiet since, but breaks her silence tonight. We'll also hear from Elayna Black.

Last Thursday, Elijah attacked Frankie Kazarian backstage. After being held back by security, Kaz was able to flee. Tonight, Elijah will send a message via a special concert.

The System comes to the ring first as Ryan Nemeth joins commentary. Nic follows. Bear backed him into the corner and chopped him. He pulled him up by the hair & chopped him again. They exchange blows. Bear catches him in a crossbody attempt & slams him to the mat. He follows with a lariat and an elbow drop. Nemeth responds with a headbutt. Bear responds with a spinebuster. Alicia gets involved while the ref is distracted. Bear with a side slam & puts him in a side headlock.

Nemeth fights back & forearms him twice, but Bear doesn't go down. He rained down forearm shots & landed the FameAsser. Nemeth went for a Superkick & Bear chokebombs him for two. Nemeth sends Bear into the turnbuckle. Bear slams him down, but Nemeth levels him with a Superkick. Bear levels him & slams him again and covers him for 2.99. Bear punched him in the head until Nemeth rolls to the floor. The System surrounds him as KC Navarro distracts them. Nemeth super kicked Bear & followed with Danger Zone for the win.

Winner: Nic Nemeth