Veteran wrestler Ace Steel recently shared insights into his new role as a TNA producer, marking another chapter in his illustrious career spanning various wrestling promotions over the past two decades, including AEW, Pro Wrestling Noah, Ring of Honor, and WWE.
After departing from his position in the AEW creative team in October 2023, Steel returned to TNA, stepping into a backstage capacity.
In an exclusive interview with Kevin Kellam, Steel expressed optimism about TNA’s trajectory:
“The temperament is high-level competition. They haven’t missed a beat. Yes, there was a dip because leadership has changed, but the current leadership is looking to just expand and move on. I’ve heard people say, ‘There’s rumors of a sale.’ That is not on the docket. They are looking to just expand and open up TNA to the most exposure they can get being a part of the Anthem family with AXS Television and every other platform that they have.” [3:47 – 4:18]
Ace Steel also delved into the emerging talents within TNA, highlighting the impressive performances of wrestlers like The Grizzled Young Veterans (James Drake and Zack Gibson), who recently challenged ABC (Ace Austin and Chris Bey) for the TNA World Tag Team Championship at No Surrender 2024 on February 23.
“The level of competition I think has raised for all these guys,” Steel noted. “I’ve known GYV, The Grizzled Young Veterans, for a little bit. I worked with them some in NXT back in their days there, and to see them come in, again, they’re reinvigorated. They are on fire. They had a match with ABC at the last pay-per-view that was off the charts. That happened to be one I produced.” [5:35 – 5:57]
Additionally, Steel commended TNA Knockouts World Champion Jordynne Grace for her standout performance in the 2024 WWE Women’s Royal Rumble match, underscoring the depth of talent within TNA:
“Jordynne Grace killed it in the Royal Rumble, and that hasn’t stopped for her. She’s hitting her peak. What an athlete. Just so much good coming out of TNA at the moment.” [6:15 – 6:26]
Grace’s impressive showing in the Royal Rumble further solidifies TNA’s position as a breeding ground for top-tier talent. As the promotion continues to evolve, fans eagerly anticipate the rise of their favorite TNA wrestlers.
