Chris Bey made a heartfelt appearance at TNA Unbreakable 2025, taking to the stage to address an emotional crowd.
Introduced by his ABC tag team partner Ace Austin at Thursday night’s TNA+ event, Bey opened up about the in-ring accident that left him paralyzed, and the unwavering support he received from Austin, the TNA roster and crew, and the fans during his journey toward recovery.
Bey shared his powerful story with the crowd, stating:
“172 days ago, I had an accident in the ring that changed the course of my life forever. In the ring, I broke my neck and paralyzed myself. Easily the most scary and embarrassing moment in my life. I was embarrassed because I wanted to finish the match and perform for all of you because I love this so much. Thankfully, the quick response of TNA and the incredible staff in Detroit and medical staff, I was able to have a quick surgery. The doctors told me I had a very low percentage of walking again. I worked tirelessly in that medical facility. I did PT and OT every single day of the week. [Ace Austin] never left my side, never stopped believing and supporting me, he did things that, when you’re going through what I was going through, you need a real brother. I love this man.”
He continued, “Honestly, day one, outside of saying it’s day one and this will be the greatest story ever told, I thought I was never going to walk or stand here again. I thought that at first, then I had to remind myself of who I was. I had to listen and feel the energy of all of you. Because of the people behind the camera and the guardrail, I beat the odds. Because of my family in TNA Wrestling, I beat the odds. Because of each and every one of you and everyone watching at home, I beat the odds. I’m standing right here. Look at me now. We were able to do it because we believed. We Bey-lieved. You almost broke my spirit and my hopes and dreams. You definitely broke my neck, but I had to look in the mirror and remind myself that I, Chris Bey, am unbreakable. We are unbreakable. TNA is unbreakable. All of this is the greatest story ever told. Thank you.”
.@DashingChrisBey is UNBREAKABLE!
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— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 18, 2025
Victoria Crawford, formerly known as Alicia Fox in WWE, made a surprise appearance at TNA Unbreakable 2025 as part of the audience during a mixed tag team match featuring Joe Hendry and Masha Slamovich against Frankie Kazarian and Tessa Blanchard.
At one point during the match, as Slamovich brawled with Blanchard outside of the ring, Crawford reached out and touched her. Distracted, Slamovich turned to confront Crawford, allowing Blanchard to gain the upper hand temporarily. Despite the interruption, Slamovich and Hendry ultimately secured the victory.
Victoria Crawford just put her hands on @mashaslamovich! What was THAT!?
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— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 18, 2025
Steve Maclin made history as the inaugural TNA International Champion, capturing the title at TNA Unbreakable 2025.
In the main event of Thursday’s TNA+ special, Maclin triumphed over Eric Young and AJ Francis, securing the victory by pinning Francis after delivering the KIA.
The International Championship was introduced by Santino Marella, following his decision to strip Steph De Lander and Mance Warner of the TNA Digital Media Championship and officially retire that title.
Maclin is now set to defend his newly-won championship for the first time against Eric Young at TNA Rebellion 2025 on April 27th.
Introducing the brand new TNA International Championship. #TNAUnbreakable pic.twitter.com/moMkiV8wbD
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 18, 2025
.@SteveMaclin is ON FIRE!
WATCH #TNAUnbreakable LIVE on TNA+: https://t.co/jKFBpPPHtn pic.twitter.com/T1YT0QfJZt
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 18, 2025
#ANDNEW TNA International Champion!@SteveMaclin
WATCH #TNAUnbreakable LIVE on TNA+: https://t.co/jKFBpPPHtn pic.twitter.com/vITLMHpDYn
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 18, 2025
And finally, you can check out the updated TNA Rebellion 2025 card following Thursday night’s episodes of TNA iMPACT! and Unbreakable 2025, below:
TNA World Championship Match:
Joe Hendry vs. Frankie Kazarian vs. Ethan Page
TNA Knockouts Championship Match:
Masha Slamovich vs. Tessa Blanchard
TNA X-Division Championship Ultimate X Match:
Moose vs. Matt Cardona vs. Leon Slater vs. KC Navarro vs. El Hijo del Vikingo vs. TBA
TNA World Tag Team Championship Match:
The Hardys vs. Nic & Ryan Nemeth
TNA Knockouts Tag Team Championship Match:
Ash & Heather by Elegance vs. Lash Legend & Jakara Jackson vs. Spitfire vs. Gigi Dolin & Tatum Paxley
TNA International Championship Match:
Steve Maclin vs. Eric Young
Open Challenge:
Elijah vs. TBA
Falls Count Anywhere Match:
Mike Santana vs. Mustafa Ali
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