TNA IMPACT Wrestling: Myers Wins Turkey Bowl, Chaos Erupts in Thanksgiving Showdown
A thrilling night of professional wrestling unfolded at TNA IMPACT, highlighted by the return of the annual Turkey Bowl and a series of intense matchups. The event, courtesy of tnawrestling.com, delivered a chaotic blend of tradition, rivalry, and unexpected outcomes.
Thanksgiving Tradition Takes Center Stage
The annual Turkey Bowl, a longstanding TNA Thanksgiving tradition, once again captivated fans. The stakes were high: the victor would receive a significant holiday bonus, while the defeated would be forced to don the infamous turkey suit – or face termination. This year’s competition featured Ryan Nemeth, Brian Myers, Mance Warner, Trey Miguel, Eric Young, and The Home Town Man.
Early in the match, a temporary alliance formed between Young and Warner, but it was quickly challenged by the combined force of Miguel and The Home Town Man. Nemeth attempted a cunning strategy, hiding under the ring for several minutes in an effort to steal a victory. However, Myers anticipated the move, countering Nemeth’s attack with the devastating “Roster Cut” clothesline, securing the win. Despite desperate attempts to avoid the humiliation, Nemeth was ultimately forced to wear the turkey suit.
Brian Myers defeated Ryan Nemeth, Mance Warner, Trey Miguel, Eric Young, and The Home Town Man in the Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl.
Disqualification and Retaliation in Minneapolis
In a unique matchup stemming from TNA’s recent event in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Mike Santana and Leon Slater faced off against Trick Williams and Mustafa Ali. The bout ended prematurely, however, after being ruled a disqualification following an attack by The Great Hands. Santana and Slater responded decisively, delivering a powerful message by putting a member of Ali’s “Secret Service” through a table.
Mike Santana & Leon Slater defeated Trick Williams & Mustafa Ali by Disqualification.
Thanksgiving vs. Christmas: A Wrestling Resolution
The age-old debate of which holiday reigns supreme – Christmas or Thanksgiving – found an unlikely battleground in the wrestling ring. Ryan Nemeth, still visibly embarrassed in the turkey suit, stepped into the ring to challenge Krampus. In a surprising turn of events, Nemeth secured the victory, employing a thumb to the eye and a handful of tights, effectively declaring Thanksgiving the superior holiday.
Ryan Nemeth defeated Krampus.
Marella’s Response: A Chaotic Eight-Man Tag Team Match
Visibly displeased with Nemeth’s earlier actions, Director of Authority Santino Marella orchestrated a colossal eight-man tag team main event. The match pitted Ryan Nemeth (still in the turkey suit), Jake Something, and FIR$T CLA$$ against Leon Slater, Moose, Brian Myers, and Eddie Edwards.
The match quickly descended into chaos, with a brawl erupting between “The System” and FIR$T CLA$$ and Something on the outside. Ultimately, Leon Slater sealed the victory for his team with a perfectly executed Swanton 450 on Nemeth, bringing the tumultuous Thanksgiving showdown to a close.
Leon Slater, Moose, Brian Myers & Eddie Edwards (with JDC & Alisha Edwards) defeated Ryan Nemeth, Jake Something & FIR$T CLA$$ (A.J. Francis & Rich Swann).
