Wrestle-1 announced that Sanada will defend the X Division Title against Great Muta on July 6 in Tokyo, Japan. Also announced for July 6 is The Wolves returning to Japan to defend the TNA Tag Titles against opponents to be announced. [ LINK: Announcement reported HERE via PuroresuSpirit.com ]

- One of the key aspects of TNA re-branding Xplosion in the U.K. as a "family-friendly" show on Saturday mornings is trying to reach a different audience in the market. Impact reaches a heavy adult-male audience and TNA would like to attract younger fans, similar to WWE.

- Ethan Carter III was interviewed for next weekend's TNA house show tour in Kentucky. ECIII mainly talked in-character about his feud with Kurt Angle and being recruited by Dixie Carter. ECIII also said he would like to face Bully Ray at Slammiversary. [ LINK: Full Report HERE ]