TNA Wrestling Secures Re-Signing of Former WWE Star AJ Francis

One Big Thing

AJ Francis (formerly Top Dolla in WWE) has officially re-signed with TNA Wrestling, securing a new contract ahead of his previous deal’s expiration at the end of 2024.

Why It Matters

• Francis’s re-signing reinforces TNA’s commitment to building strong talent relationships
• The move ends speculation about potential moves to WWE or AEW
• Shows TNA’s growing influence in retaining high-profile talent

Key Details

• Contract signed before the end of 2023
• Terms remain undisclosed
• Francis earned his first championship in TNA (Digital Media Championship)
• Competed for TNA World Title against Nic Nemeth at Final Resolution

Direct Quote

“TNA has taken care of me over the last year… TNA just feels like the best place for me,” Francis told Sports Illustrated. “TNA, in one year, took me from someone that people pretended couldn’t wrestle to a bona fide main eventer.”

Significant Achievements in TNA

• Debuted at Hard to Kill (January 2024)
• Won TNA Digital Media Championship
• Main event status within first year

What’s Next

Francis enters 2024 as an established main event talent, positioned for a potential world championship run with his new contract.

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