In a surprising turn of events, Joe Hendry's TNA return match has left fans and critics alike scratching their heads. The match, which was initially scheduled as a three-way bout between Leon Slater, Cedric Alexander, and Moose, took an unexpected twist when Slater's visa issues led to his absence. Hendry, stepping in at the last minute, emerged as the surprise winner, leaving many to question the booking decisions made by TNA.
The match itself was filled with dramatic moments, including a potentially scary incident where Hendry tossed Moose for a back body drop onto the steel steps, causing the latter to appear in severe pain. The ringside doctor and even TNA President Carlos Silva had to check on Moose's well-being. Despite the concern, Moose managed to return for high-impact moves, such as a superplex, indicating that he was able to continue.
As the match progressed, Hendry powerbombed Moose, followed by his signature spin pose. However, Alexander quickly capitalized on the opportunity, delivering a Death Valley Driver and a crossface submission. Hendry struggled to survive, and Moose made a dramatic break to keep the match going. Alexander then executed a Styles Clash on Moose, only to be countered by a spear from Moose, who appeared to be in pain despite his efforts.
The match's outcome raises several questions. From TNA's perspective, the decision to run the injury angle for Moose and have Hendry win is curious. Slater had stated that he would still give X-Division title shots to Alexander and Moose, but now Alexander takes the loss and Moose is injured in story. Additionally, the man who won may not ever return to capitalize on his victory, leaving fans wondering about the long-term implications.
On the other hand, Hendry's victory can be seen as a feel-good moment for fans, providing a fitting conclusion to his run in TNA. With Hendry currently in NXT, occasional pop-ins before being called up to the WWE roster are possible. It's also plausible that TNA ran the match with the same story they would have used had Slater been present, as Slater wasn't going to lose at Genesis. Moose's injury protects him in defeat and could set up a future one-on-one battle against Slater.
The conspiracy theory that WWE wouldn't allow Hendry to lose adds another layer of intrigue. Regardless of the motivations behind the booking decisions, the match was undoubtedly entertaining. Fans are invited to share their thoughts on the three-way bout between Joe Hendry, Cedric Alexander, and Moose, and the controversial booking decisions that led to the outcome.
To catch up on the full results of TNA Genesis, including the PPV replay available for streaming through TNA+ and TrillerTV, visit the provided links. The match's outcome and the surrounding circumstances have sparked lively discussions among wrestling fans, with many eager to voice their opinions and interpretations in the comments section.
