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After the debut of TNA Wrestling on AMC Network revealed the debut of more than one former WWE star, there could be more to come.

From a former women’s NXT Champion who could certainly fit right in with the other alum to entirely different generations of returning stars — TNA Wrestling could soon boast some top former WWE names.

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Here are six former WWE stars that could  be next to sign with TNA Wrestling.

6. Mandy Rose

Mandy Rose

After having previously been an NXT Women’s Champion, Mandy Rose departed WWE in 2022.

While she has gone on to create her own successses outside of professional wrestling, Rose would still be an amazing force to return to TNA Wrestling.

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Able to capture acclaim in the TNA Wrestling Knockouts division, Mandy Rose could prove to be a new force on the brand new AMC Network series.

Certainly able to take on current TNA Wrestling Knockouts Champion Léi Yǐng Lee, the pair could end up having a very enjoyable feud in the first few months of 2026.

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5. Bishop Dyer

WWE NXT star BAron Corbin

Becoming a fan favorite in his tag team with Bron Breakker ahead of departure from WWE, Baron Corbin was a surprising name to exit the company.

After WWE elected to not sign Corbin to a new contract, he hit the road and began making a name for himself again in independent wrestling with successful results.

A former WWE star, Bishop Dyer has gone on to create a new legacy in tag team action with Donovan Dijak in MLW in The Skyscrapers.

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Potentially bringing both former WWE alum to the company, it could be equally powerful to see the former Baron Corbin make waves in TNA Wrestling on his own.

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4. Keith Lee

AEW star Keith Lee

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A fan favorite professional wrestler who has noted that he will return to in-ring action at some point is Keith Lee.

While his AEW contract status remains a bit murky, it is possible that Lee could find himself a free agent sooner rather than later.

Able to make a big impact if he were to appear in NXT, the WWE main roster or TNA Wrestling, Keith Lee is an undeniably compelling performer.

If Keith Lee were able to sign with either TNA Wrestling or WWE in 2026, fans would certainly rejoice.

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3. Shayna Baszler

After parting ways with WWE, Shayna Baszler has continued on good working terms with the company.

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Having appeared on NXT Homecoming and even worked as a producer for a match in late 2025 on the brand, the former NXT Women’s Champion certainly still has a lot to give to the industry.

Potentially appearing in TNA Wrestling as a brand new iteration of what it means to exemplify the Knockouts Division or taking more of a behind the scenes approach, Baszler is a valuable snag for any company.

With veteran experience as well as intrinsic likability that has transcend across NXT and the main roster, Shayne Balzer could do great things in TNA Wrestling.

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2. Braun Strowman

WWE star Braun Strowman

While Braun Strowman may seem unlikely to return to full-time in-ring competition, he could prove to be a valuable ally within the overall cultural zeitgeist.

With his USA Network series Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman being well received, there could be future appearances from Strowman.

Able to maximize on the nostalgic feeling of a random former WWE star joining the fray, it could end up being a lot of fun for fans overall.

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Whether his appearance was very short-term or for a longer storyline, the Monster Among Men would be fun to see regardless.

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1. Chris Jericho

Former WWE and current AEW star Chris Jericho

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While there has been continued speculation about the future plans for Chris Jericho, he could still make his debut in TNA Wrestling.

After Mike Santana beat Frankie Kazarian to reclaim the TNA Wrestling Championship, it could be that there is another massive challenger coming soon.

With reports that Chris Jericho has ended his contractual obligation to AEW at the end of 2025, fans have been intently waiting to see where he might emerge next, with WWE reportedly interested in bringing him back.

Potentially arriving as a major new force in TNA Wrestling, Chris Jericho could end up becoming foundational to the new era of the brand.

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