TNA Announces 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees: Rhino and Bob Ryder

One big thing

TNA Wrestling has announced Rhino and company co-founder Bob Ryder as the 2024 inductees into the TNA Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Why it matters

This induction recognizes two significant figures in TNA’s history:
• Rhino: A Detroit native and former NWA World Heavyweight Champion
• Bob Ryder: A co-founder of TNA and longtime backstage figure

Key details

• The induction ceremony will take place during Bound For Glory weekend in Detroit, Michigan
• It will air live during the BFG Pre-Show on October 26
• Eric Young will induct and accept on behalf of Bob Ryder

About Rhino

• Nearly 30-year wrestling career
• Former two-time TNA World Champion and four-time World Tag Team Champion
• Known for his signature move, the GORE

About Bob Ryder

• Former pro wrestling journalist and pioneer in online wrestling community
• Co-founded TNA Wrestling in 2002
• Longest-tenured employee in TNA history until his death in 2020

The big picture

Bound For Glory, TNA’s biggest event of the year, will feature:
• The Hall of Fame induction ceremony
• Matches featuring top TNA stars like Nic Nemeth, Jordynne Grace, and the Hardy Brothers
• Additional tapings for future episodes of iMPACT! on October 27

This Hall of Fame induction adds prestige to TNA’s marquee event and honors two figures who have significantly impacted the company’s history.

What are your thoughts on Rhino and Bob Ryder being inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame? Do you think there are other deserving candidates who should be considered for future inductions? Leave a comment below and share your opinion!