Gamechanger...

Yesterday, Dixie Carter tweeted that there was going to be this major announcement that would change Impact Wrestling. Upon hearing the news, I could only presume that they were gonna launch their second show, but I was wrong. It turns out they have decided to take the show on the road and hold a live episode and tape the following epsiode, much like WWE did back in the late 90's with Raw. I couldn't be more stoked to hear this. It means they could leave the Impact Zone permanently and start competing with the WWE. 

Although it's good news, one has to take into account the risks of TNA going on the road. We all know WWE are the dominant force in wrestling today and even though they may put on lackluster shows more often than not, people are still coming to their shows in droves. That's what is a bit worrying. That TNA can put on a great show and yet only get small attendance numbers and possibly lose money. And what about being LIVE whilst on the road? It could be quite the challenge financially as it was comfortable for TNA to be broadcasting live in the Impact Zone but if they're gonna be successful then they need the viewing public to come out and support them. They've got consistency while they were in the Impact Zone, but now that they're getting out of their comfort zone, one can only hope that the arenas are high in attendance. 

It might seem like I'm questioning TNA's decision here. I'm only slightly concerned because the US is not the U.K. They've had success abroad but being at home it poses a bigger concern. HOWEVER, they've garnered many fans while being in cities like New York for their BaseBrawl, where around 6000 people came to see them, their best attendance yet for a live event. 3000 fans in Missouri came to the TNA live event, which shows they can still get those attendance figures. 

I often hear people of the WWE product saying how they are tired of the same old skit that's put out there and how it's too PG. If that's the case, then go to a TNA event. By supporting the #2 company, you will not only be getting great wrestling and a good product, you will also be getting a more serious WWE and a more competitive rivalry. Watching TNA is benefitial for everyone, no doubt about it. There hasn't been a better time to tune in as 2013 will likely be the year that TNA finally gets taken seriously.