Backstage Update On TNA Contract Status Of Former Knockouts Champion Xia Brookside

As the end of 2026 approaches, so will several stars' contracts in TNA Wrestling.

As confirmed by Fightful Select recently, second-generation and ex-WWE Superstar Xia Brookside is one of those stars whose current deal will be up by the end of the year. It appears that negotiations are occurring between TNA management and Brookside, with TNA hopeful that the former one-time Knockouts World Champion will re-sign. However, if neither party can reach an agreement, then it seems Brookside will explore her options elsewhere.

The daughter to in-ring legend Robbie Brookside, Xia debuted then signed with TNA after competing in the Knockouts Ultimate X match at Hard To Kill 2024. Throughout her tenure, Brookside established an alliance with Léi Yǐng Lee, before betraying her friend, then taking the Knockouts World Championship from her at this year's Slammiversary.

After four successful title defenses, including against Lee in a contractual rematch (no disqualification), Wendy Choo, Elayna Black inside a steel cage, and Gabby Forza, her reign would come to an end at Bound for Glory last month against Indi Hartwell. Since her defeat, she's taken on a different approach, as she is the newest recruit within The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch).

On Sunday, Brookside will get her opportunity to potentially become the next contender to reclaim the Knockouts World Title should she win the Knockouts Ultimate X contest at Destination X, live at the Edmonton Expo Centre in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. As of this report, Brookside is under contract for a number of appearances after tomorrow's show.