ROH looking to buy TNA?

[Stopspot]

As speculation continues regarding the future of TNA Wrestling and a possible sale of the company, The Wrestling Observer Newsletter is reporting that Ring of Honor owners Sinclair Broadcasting might now be in play regarding TNA’s future.

Wrestling Observer Radio host Dave Meltzer is reporting that Sinclair Broadcasting has shown an interest in acquiring TNA Wrestling, and two big reasons why Sinclair is interested is because of TNA’s large tape library and international deals which are already in place.

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As we have noted in the past, one of the hold ups in negotiations for potential investors in TNA Wrestling is that Dixie Carter is still hoping to retain a majority stake in the company. As of now, no sale has been made with regards to TNA Wrestling, and talks continue with companies such as Aroluxe.

In related news, Sinclair Broadcasting is said to be looking into rebranding the Tennis Channel as The American Sports Network, which would entail the Network expanding its sports content, and might prove to be a good place for Ring of Honor Wrestling.

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The Tennis Channel has clearance in 40-50 million homes nationwide, and as noted Ring of Honor Joe Koff recently mentioned there’s a possibility ROH TV could expand to two hours of TV time per week.


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Out of all the possible buyers this is probably their best bet. Sinclair have a good track record. TNA merged into ROH would probably go off pretty smoothly, or if Sinclair wanted and were willing to put in the years needed, they could bunker down and give TNA the old ROH treatment and turn it into a working promotion. But I guess that depends on how damaged TNA's live brand is. And it is pretty damaged.

Merging TNA into ROH would cause less financial loss, but putting in the time, money and effort to repair TNA and turn it around could pay off in the long run. But it would be a hell of a horsejob.

My personal take is that I think it is more likely that TNA would be merged into ROH proper, with a potential second show down the road. Especially if ROH does go to 2 hours. Less hassle or risk of loss. And the tape library can be cultivated and used for reruns

 

[Roadster]

It would be best if they merge with their twin. Nah, but seriously it would be interesting to see what and how this will play out.

 

[Rogue]

Would Bennett be welcomed back is probably the biggest question on everyone's mind.

 

[Pop Tatari]

Bennett is fucking garbage, but I am sure some people like him?

 

[Stopspot]

I don't think Bennett left under bad circumstances, more like he just had nothing left to do in ROH since they did not see him as a world champion.

Davey Richards on the other hand. Now that's an interesting discussion on if they'd take him back considering he blasted them in interviews after leaving and he refused to job on the way out

 

[Pop Tatari]

I don't think Bennett left under bad circumstances, more like he just had nothing left to do in ROH since they did not see him as a world champion.

Davey Richards on the other hand. Now that's an interesting discussion on if they'd take him back considering he blasted them in interviews after leaving and he refused to job on the way out

What about Aries did he not call Roh smokey mountain of honor? He came back, him and Richards actually have classics In their Roh cv

 

[Stopspot]

What about Aries did he not call Roh smokey mountain of honor? He came back, him and Richards actually have classics In their Roh cv

Aries beef was with Cornette.

Cornette was long out the door when Davey decided to be a cockhead and throw ROH under several busses since he thought he was getting a WWE deal.

 

[Pop Tatari]

Aries beef was with Cornette.

Cornette was long out the door when Davey decided to be a cockhead and throw ROH under several busses since he thought he was getting a WWE deal.

Ok but why mention Richards and not douchebags like King? All three are twats

 

[Pop Tatari]

We all know you dislike Richards

 

[Stopspot]

I'm just saying. Out of the people on the current TNA roster, Richards is the one who has beef with the current ROH management. King and Aries had problems with Cornette, so their problems with the company left with him.

IF Sinclair buys TNA and merges it into ROH, that's going to be a elephant in the room when Davey has to work for people he called some pretty nasty things.

 

[Pop Tatari]

Fuck Aries and his bum buddy King, I am not defending Richards but it is easy to come back under new management like nothing has happened.

 

[Stopspot]

Let's not pretend that Kenny is not paying his dues back right now on TV.

 

[Pop Tatari]

Let's not pretend that Kenny is not paying his dues back right now on TV.

Do not give a shit if he is paying his dues or not

Tag title win against haas and Benjamin was paying his dues

 

[¡Tranquilo!]

I've always thought this would be a good idea for both companies, TNA especially. If TNA were to merge into ROH proper and we got ROH: Impact or whatever I think that eventually they'd be in a position to compete with WWE. Think about that though you'd have the ROH and TNA guys on the same roster with the occasional NJPW joined events... I'm marking out just thinking of all the possibilities. Please let them reach a deal.

 

[Rosie]

So the indy version of WWE purchasing WCW?

Another invasion is afoot.