T.N.A. No Longer On T.W.C.

[Y 2 Jake]

-- The Wrestling Channel out of Great Britain released the following statement today:

TWC regrets to inform it's viewers, that after almost 3 years of being the home to TNA Wrestling in the UK, TNA have now signed an exclusive deal with another UK network commencing on the 1st of January 2007. As disappointed as we are, we understand that this is a natural progression for a company that is growing as fast as TNA; we are happy to have been a part of their growth in the UK, and wish them all the best in the future!

I think it's a real loss to The Wrestling Channel, because the two biggest promotion's are'nt on their channel. With T.N.A. moving channel that will mean that there will be no Classic Impact and a huge chunk of their schedule will be missing. Which mean's that we will get stuck with more World Of Sport, while nostalgia is ok in small doses there's already to much W.O.S. on as it is.

 

[Jonny B]

Honestly TWC is a pretty damn bad channel, they have screwed up the PPV's on numerious occasions. Rumour has it that TNA is going to Bravo, and from what I hear if they give TNA what they have given UFC then it will be a great move, should only be a one day delay on TV shows and PPV's.

 

[Y 2 Jake]

It was good when it started but like I said they seem to fill it with too much World Of Sport. I just cant see it lasting much longer without T.N.A. When if first started there was almost too much to watch. They did'nt have W.O.S. on for 5 hour's throughout the day, they had like an hour for each promotion/program. Throughout the day they had R.O.H., C.M.L.L., Shoot Interview's, N.O.A.H. etc. now there's nowhere near as much variety. I would'nt have bothered watching Japanise women's wrestling if it was'nt for T.W.C. now I have to spend a fortune importing D.V.D's because they dont show any.

 

[Low_Ki]

Does anyone know what channel TNA is being moved to now?

 

[AceLeDirty]

Bravo 2

 

[dirtyshubb]

do you know if you can get that on telewest?

 

[Jonny B]

Bravo 2

I havent seen anything be confirmed yet, people are speculating that it is indeed Bravo, but it could go literally anywhere.

 

[Dj Martyn]

I would say bravo would be the obvious choice, as it used to host old ecw. Maybe something like extreme sports channel or rapture have picked it up? or if were really lucky Channel 4....(anyone remember god awful Uk heat on channel 4)

 

[Jonny B]

Source

HUGE NEWS FOR UK FANS: TNA WRESTLING "iMPACT!" AND PAY-PER-VIEWS TO AIR EXCLUSIVELY ON BRAVO 2

UK Wrestling fans can now see TNA stars Kurt Angle, Sting and Samoa Joe on TNA’s flagship show “iMPACT!” exclusively on Bravo 2!

"iMPACT!" will air on Saturday nights on Bravo 2, starting on Saturday, January 6, 2007. The program will deliver TNA's brand of Total Nonstop Action, typically showcasing two to four matches per one-hour episode and featuring numerous interviews with your favorite TNA Wrestling stars!

"iMPACT!" is filmed at Universal Studios in Florida, and will air on Bravo 2 during Saturday night’s primetime family viewing - just 48 hours after it premieres on Spike TV in the United States.

Bravo 2 will also exclusively air TNA’s monthly Pay-Per-Views, just three days after their live recording beginning with "Final Resolution" on Wednesday, January 17. The three-hour broadcasts feature some of the biggest names in wrestling and include less talk and more in-ring action!

TNA Wrestling delivers a distinct brand of high-risk, athletic entertainment. TNA’s roster includes new, fresh talent like AJ Styles, Christopher Daniels, Samoa Joe, Chris Sabin and recognizable stars such as Kurt Angle, Sting, Christian Cage, Team 3D, and others. TNA features the innovative six-sided ring and the high-flying “X Division,” as well as innovative matches such as “Ultimate X” and “Six Sides of Steel.”

Dixie Carter, President of TNA said: “We are excited to join the Bravo family of networks in the United Kingdom. The Bravo name is synonymous with quality programming, and we hope to add to that reputation.”

Bravo, owned by Flextech Television, is the UK's favorite entertainment destination for men aged 16-44, and premieres an eclectic and award-winning blend of programming.

There you go, the rumours about Bravo were correct. Looks like a Good deal for us UK'ers, although I'd of liked to see the PPV's go live, but its still a much better deal than TWC gave us.

 

[Y 2 Jake]

T.N.A. has only been on Bravo 2 for a day or so but i'm impressed. I thought that it would only be on in the evening but it look's like thare giving it a good percentage of the overall programming.

 

[Jonny B]

T.N.A. has only been on Bravo 2 for a day or so but i'm impressed. I thought that it would only be on in the evening but it look's like thare giving it a good percentage of the overall programming.

I've been trying to find the Impact repeat all week, and haven't seen it at all. Is there a specific time they are planning to repeat it, because as far as I can see they aren't going to. I'll wait to actually see PPV before I actually pass judgement on TNA moving to Bravo.

 

[Abyss]

I've been trying to find the Impact repeat all week, and haven't seen it at all. Is there a specific time they are planning to repeat it, because as far as I can see they aren't going to. I'll wait to actually see PPV before I actually pass judgement on TNA moving to Bravo.

Same with me. I just can't find it!! Jonny if you do find out you couldn't possibly let us know could you? Thanks mate.

 

[Y 2 Jake]

I was my initiall impression that Bravo was doing a good job but I've seen Against All Odd's about 10 time's now. And no I cant find the repeat either.

 

[Dj Martyn]

I for one am glad it is getting good treatment, unlike when they just used to house WCW and ECW both at 1/2 am