Impact — Wrestling

: Reviewers from Majestic Production criticized a "strange" segment involving Frankie Kazarian as "Elijah" and a heel turn explanation from Xia Brookside that failed to connect with the live crowd. Perspectives on the Brand

: A solid match with an "old-school feel" and chaotic post-match interference from Jeff Hardy. Impact Wrestling

Fans often reflect on the various "eras" of the promotion, noting that while booking was sometimes "painfully awful" in the mid-2010s, it has seen a creative resurgence in recent years. : Reviewers from Majestic Production criticized a "strange"

: This World Title match is being hailed as an instant classic and a "hard-fought title bout" that gave the entire episode weight. : This World Title match is being hailed

“Impact was around and it was something to watch and rally the anti WWE troops around... It gets really good again from 2018 onward.” Reddit · r/SquaredCircle · 3 years ago

Impact Wrestling (which returned to the branding in January 2024) is currently seen as a consistent, high-quality alternative to WWE, though its recent move to AMC in early 2026 has met with mixed reviews regarding production and debut pacing . Critics often highlight that the promotion excels when focusing on its talented roster rather than "dated" booking concepts. Recent Show Analysis: April 23, 2026