10 Fatal Mistakes That Destroyed The TNA Brand
1. Jeff Hardy Vs Sting
It was the most embarrassing night in TNA's potted history. A scene unlike anything ever witnessed before or since on a mainstream wrestling programme, a World Heavyweight Title main event became an uncomfortable exhibition of a man's significant health problems following an utterly inexcusable decision to push forward with a contest as advertised.
Ahead of March 2011's Victory Road pay-per-view, Sting had returned to take Jeff Hardy's TNA Title after the evil 'Immortal' leader had held the company hostage alongside Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff and their collected associates since his surprising heel turn the prior October. Hardy requested and received his rematch, but would enter in a performance that dangerously portrayed his troubled personal problems.
To suggest that 'The Charismatic Enigma' was 'in no condition to perform' would be an understatement. He was an absolute mess. Gracelessly bumbling to ringside, he spent an eternity teasing the crowd with a feigned shirt throw, occasionally flashing a look that highlighted his dazed disposition.
Infuriated that TNA would have been stupid enough to send him out in that condition (even if it was just to get locked in a tight pinfall following a visible last minute change from Eric Bischoff), a livid Sting backed up the aisle in abject disgust, loudly agreeing with fans who called 'bullsh*t' as the show went off the air.