TNA Wrestling has sparked speculation about a possible return for former world champion EC3 following a teaser released ahead of this weekend’s Rebellion event.
On Friday, the company shared a video on social media featuring merchandise and ring gear associated with EC3, accompanied by the caption: “BREAKING: You CAN’T MISS #TNARebellion THIS SATURDAY LIVE on PPV and TNA+! Get tickets now and join us at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio.”
BREAKING: You CAN'T MISS #TNARebellion THIS SATURDAY LIVE on PPV and TNA+!
Get tickets now and join us at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio: https://t.co/WKEkofwGmF pic.twitter.com/rZjwXsJxPs
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 10, 2026
The teaser has fueled rumors that EC3 could be making his return to TNA, marking his first appearance with the promotion in several years.
EC3 announced earlier this year that he was departing the National Wrestling Alliance after a four-year run. During that time, he captured the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship, holding the title from August 27, 2023, until August 31, 2024.
A return to TNA would mark a notable homecoming for EC3, who previously enjoyed success with the company as a two-time TNA World Champion. His original run came to an end in 2018 following the Feast or Fired storyline, after which he went on to sign with WWE. He remained there until his release in 2020.
TNA Rebellion is set to take place on Saturday, April 11 at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio. The current card is as follows:
TNA Rebellion 2026 Card
TNA World Championship: Mike Santana (c) vs. Eddie Edwards
TNA International Championship: Trey Miguel (c) vs. Mustafa Ali
TNA X Division Championship: Leon Slater (c) vs. Cedric Alexander
TNA World Tag Team Championship: The Hardys (Jeff Hardy & Matt Hardy) (c) vs. The System (Bear Bronson & Brian Myers)
TNA Knockouts Championship: Arianna Grace (c) vs. Lei Ying Lee
Nic Nemeth (w/ Bernie Kosar) vs. AJ Francis
Moose vs. Special Agent 0
Frankie Kazarian vs. Elijah
Hardcore Country Match: The Elegance Brand (Ash By Elegance, M By Elegance, Heather By Elegance) vs. ODB, Mickie James & Taryn Terrell
Stay tuned to PWMania.com for full TNA Rebellion coverage, including results and any surprise appearances.
BREAKING: You CAN'T MISS #TNARebellion THIS SATURDAY LIVE on PPV and TNA+!
Get tickets now and join us at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio: https://t.co/WKEkofwGmF pic.twitter.com/rZjwXsJxPs
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 10, 2026
