The Phenomenal One makes his first iMPACT appearance in over a decade
Summary
– AJ Styles is confirmed to appear on TNA Impact’s AMC premiere on January 15
– This marks his first TNA iMPACT appearance in 11 years
– His return adds major momentum to TNA’s debut episode on AMC
AJ Styles is officially headed back to TNA Wrestling, with his return locked in for the TNA Impact premiere on AMC scheduled for Thursday, January 15. The announcement instantly elevated the show into must-watch territory.
This appearance will be Styles’ first time on TNA iMPACT in 11 years. His return follows a surprise moment at TNA Slammiversary, where he publicly endorsed X Division Champion Leon Slater.
While Styles’ exact role has not been disclosed, TNA has confirmed that he will be part of the broadcast. Whether he competes, addresses the crowd, or observes, his presence alone carries significant weight.
The AMC premiere episode is already stacked with championship matches and featured bouts. Adding Styles to the lineup reinforces TNA’s push to make a strong first impression on a national platform.
Styles’ history with TNA is deeply tied to the company’s rise, as it was the promotion where he first became a global name. His return signals a connection between TNA’s past and its ambitions for the future.
With TNA entering a new era on AMC, bringing back one of its most iconic figures sends a clear message. The wrestling world will be watching closely to see whether this is a one-night appearance or the start of something more.
The January 15 premiere episode of #TNAiMPACT on @AMC_TV will be simply PHENOMENAL – @AJStylesOrg returns to TNA at the Curtis Culwell Center in Dallas, Texas! @AMCPlus
Get tickets HERE: https://t.co/ExkKtFAL5O pic.twitter.com/31QwqmroEj
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) January 9, 2026
