Various: Killer Kelly TNA Contract Update, Pete Dunne vs. Jonathan Gresham Set For GCW Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIV, Indies/Misc.

Jul 29, 2025

Killer Kelly TNA Contract Status Update

As noted before, Killer Kelly made her surprise return to TNA Wrestling this past June.

Fightful Select reported that their sources stated that Kelly’s contract with TNA had been originally set to expire this August but it was extended due to her maternity leave.

It was reported that Kelly’s contract now currently runs through December of 2025.

It was also reported that TNA officials currently have plans to continue to use and feature Kelly through the remainder of this year.

Pete Dunne vs. Jonathan Gresham Announced For GCW Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIV

Josh Barnett recently announced one new match for the card of Game Changer Wrestling’s Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIV event on August 2nd in Rutherford, New Jersey.

This new match announced was a singles match of Pete Dunne vs. Jonathan Gresham.

Two of Pro Wrestling's most dangerous grapplers are set to clash at Josh Barnett's: Bloodsport XIV.

Refined in skills and holds but possessing the blunt viciousness needed when skill is not enough. These two are set to tear down the house and one another.

Pete Dunne takes on… pic.twitter.com/PjOIOK6ubR
— 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝖂𝖆𝖗𝖒𝖆𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖗 (@JoshLBarnett) July 29, 2025

Current card for GCW Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIV:

Nattie Neidhart vs. Masha Slamovich
Jordan Blade vs. Janai Kai
Pete Dunne vs. Jonathan Gresham

Misc. Wrestling News & Notes

West Coast Pro Wrestling recently announced that Karl Fredericks, former Eddy Thorpe in WWE, will be making an appearance for the company at their God Called In Sick Today event on September 5th in San Francisco, California.

Game Changer Wrestling announced on Twitter that they recently pulled Masha Slamovich and Microman from their tour of Japan this week due to travel-related issues.

The Hollywood Reporter reported that sports and entertainment attorney Brad Small will be joining Innovative Artists Entertainment. It was reported that Small will be bringing his clientele over from Fox Rothschild LLP to Innovative. Small’s clientle reportedly includes Chris Jericho, Asuka, Goldberg, Jack Perry, Diamond Dallas Page, and Chavo Guerrero Jr.

Luke Jacobs recently reached the milestone of one year for his current reign as PROGRESS World Champion.

TNA Wrestling announced on Twitter that Fourth Rope recently awarded The Hardys (Matt & Jeff Hardy) their Tag Team Championship to make them the current tag champions in the company.

Chris Bey recently reflected on Twitter about this past Sunday being the nine month anniversary of him suffering a broken neck injury. Bey stated “9 months ago today I broke my neck. Am I the first wrestler to break their neck on a neckbreaker? Either way, grateful to be alive. Love you all.“

Shotzi Blackheart recently reflected on Twitter about her competing in her first ever match in Japan for her wrestling career. Blackheart competed in a singles match against Drew Parker at GCW’s event on Monday in Tokyo, Japan. Blackheart stated “I just finished wrestling my first match in JAPAN 🥹“

WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi recently announced on Twitter that he has pulled out of his scheduled booking for WrestleCon’s WrestleCon Newark convention on August 1-2 due to unforeseen circumstances beyond his control. Rikishi stated “I regret to announce that I will be unable to attend Wrestlecon New Jersey on August 1-2. I wish I could be there, but due to unforeseen circumstances beyond my control, I will be unable to attend. I look forward to seeing you next time, and I am sure you will all have a great time. #RikishiFatu @gimmicked_promotions @officialwrestlecon.“

As noted before, WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair announced last week that he was “cancer free” from his second battle with skin cancer. In a recent interview with The Ariel Helwani Show, Flair provided an update on his current health status. Flair stated “Here I am, I’m five years older than Hulk and I don’t hurt at all. I’ve had some serious health issues, but I don’t have an ache or pain in my body. And it bothers me and of course it gives me anxiety that I could be next [laughs]. So I’m glad anytime I can talk about how great Hulk is and spend time talking about his life, his legacy with you guys. I’m honored.” Flair also gave his thoughts about the recent passing of WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan. Flair stated “I think he just got tired. I mean, 11 back operations, hip replacements, now a neck surgery. I mean, how much can your body take, you know? We’ve all put ourselves in ridiculous positions in the business.” (Transcript h/t: F4WOnline.com)

Jersey Championship Wrestling recently announced one new match for the card of their Knockout event on September 21st in Asbury Park, New Jersey: