The road to TNA Final Resolution 2025 heated up in a major way on the Nov. 20 episode of TNA iMPACT!—a show filled with pivotal matches, tournament ramifications, championship stakes, inter-promotional confrontations, and storyline-defining moments. With Final Resolution just weeks away, TNA used this broadcast to lock in major matches, escalate personal rivalries, and showcase the Knockouts division in one of its most competitive nights of the year. From JDC’s career-defining main event victory to two major Knockouts qualifiers, to Mance Warner vs. Matt Cardona exploding into a Street Fight, the episode delivered newsworthy developments that dramatically shaped the upcoming pay-per-view.
Below is the full, comprehensive, detailed recap of everything that happened on TNA iMPACT! Nov. 20, 2025.
Quick rundown — the biggest stories you need to know
To strengthen SEO, this bullet list highlights the key match results, storylines, and Final Resolution announcements fans are searching for:
- JDC defeated Eric Young to officially become the #1 contender for the TNA World Championship at Final Resolution.
- Dani Luna and Xia Brookside won competitive four-way qualifying matches to advance in the Knockouts World Title #1 Contender Tournament.
- Mance Warner earned a controversial victory over Matt Cardona, prompting Cardona to demand—and receive—a Street Fight for Final Resolution.
- Mike Santana issued his first comments since losing the world title and confronted the escalating TNA vs. NXT cross-promotional storyline.
- Several TNA Final Resolution matches were confirmed, including championship bouts and inter-promotional showdowns.
Here are the full results
Dani Luna wins Knockouts Qualifier Four-Way
Dani Luna defeated Indi Hartwell, Rosemary, and Myla Grace
The first Knockouts World Title Qualifier of the night delivered fast-paced action and multiple storyline threads. Myla Grace’s athletic offense and Indi Hartwell’s power-based style clashed early, but the match soon descended into chaos as Rosemary introduced a steel chain. Luna capitalized on the distraction, using the chain after it was reintroduced to the ring to secure the match-winning pin.
This victory gives Luna serious momentum, and her darker, more aggressive edge has made her one of the division’s most intriguing wrestlers heading toward the tournament finals.
Mance Warner defeats Matt Cardona — Street Fight made official for Final Resolution
Mance Warner defeated Matt Cardona
The rivalry between Cardona and Warner grew even more personal. Cardona controlled large portions of the match with his trademark veteran savvy, but Steph De Lander once again played a massive role—sliding Warner a loaded purse that shifted the momentum at the perfect moment.
After Warner stole the win, Cardona erupted into a furious promo, accusing both Warner and De Lander of “stealing” victories and disrespecting him. Cardona then challenged Warner to a Street Fight at Final Resolution, a stipulation TNA management quickly approved.
This now stands as one of the most heated, brutally personal matches heading into the pay-per-view.
John Skyler picks up a key singles win
John Skyler defeated Myron Reed
In a crisp, athletic match between two of TNA’s fastest-rising midcarders, Skyler secured a roll-up victory after escaping Reed’s high-flying offense in the closing minute. This win positions Skyler strongly for more X-Division or Digital Media Championship opportunities in the near future.
Xia Brookside advances in the Knockouts Tournament
Xia Brookside defeated Victoria Crawford, Jody Threat, and Killer Kelly
The second Knockouts qualifier of the night showcased four very different in-ring styles: Kelly’s submission-based brutality, Jody Threat’s raw intensity, Crawford’s veteran savvy, and Brookside’s technical precision. Brookside ultimately prevailed by hitting the Brooksie Bomb, sealing a clean victory that sends her into the next tournament round against Dani Luna.
This upcoming Luna vs. Brookside clash—power vs. speed, brawler vs. technician—should be one of the division’s best matches of the winter.
Main Event: JDC becomes the #1 contender to the TNA World Championship
JDC defeated Eric Young
The main event was a rugged, physical battle between two veterans hungry for one more shot at the top. Young looked to put JDC away with an avalanche piledriver, but JDC countered with a dramatic back-body drop from the middle rope. He followed with a leg drop that secured the victory and elicited a massive reaction.
With this win, JDC officially punches his ticket to Final Resolution, where he will challenge Frankie Kazarian for the TNA World Championship.
This is the biggest opportunity of JDC’s entire career.
Here is the current TNA Final Resolution Card
Below is the full, confirmed match lineup so far for TNA Final Resolution on December 5, 2025:
TNA World Championship
Frankie Kazarian (c) vs. JDC
TNA X-Division Championship
Leon Slater (c) vs. AJ Francis
TNA International Championship
Steve Maclin (c) vs. Stacks (NXT)
A major cross-brand match showcasing the continuing partnership/tension between TNA and NXT.
Inter-Promotional Match
Mike Santana vs. Charlie Dempsey (NXT)
Street Fight
Matt Cardona vs. Mance Warner
A bitter rivalry entering its most violent chapter yet.
More matches are expected to be added on upcoming episodes of TNA iMPACT!, with strong hints that the Knockouts title picture and tag team division will both receive major announcements soon.
Final Resolution outlook — what this episode means for December
With JDC’s rise, the advancement of the Knockouts contenders, and the heavily personal Cardona–Warner rivalry reaching a boiling point, this episode of TNA iMPACT! dramatically clarified the road to Final Resolution.
JDC’s world title match adds legacy stakes
A win over Eric Young is no small feat, and the emotional weight behind JDC’s journey makes him one of TNA’s most compelling challengers in years.
The Knockouts division is thriving
Luna and Brookside offer fresh, high-quality matchups, further strengthening what many call the best women’s roster in North American wrestling.
The TNA vs. NXT storyline is at its hottest point yet
Cross-promotional matches add unpredictability, internet buzz, and fresh matchups—all essential ingredients for elevating TNA’s December PPV.
Cardona vs. Warner promises chaos
With a Street Fight now confirmed, this feud could easily steal the show on a card already stacked with high-level in-ring action.
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