The fight for impact is "for real" after Slammiversary is one of the best of 2018

By Sunday's approach, many wrestling fans were expecting a great show from Impact Wrestling at the 2018 Slammiversary, simply because the card itself was absolutely loaded . By the end of the evening, it became clear that Slammiversary was not just one of the best shows of 2018, but it also became clear that Impact was "really real" as a product of struggle legitimately big.

From beginning to end, Impact Wrestling overdelivered, producing a show that had something for any fight fan. The main event between Moose and Austin Aries featured two of the most athletic artists in the fight who put everything in play for the World Championship of Impact.

The arrogance and sly tactics of Aries, juxtaposed with endurance and the heart of Moose.

So when Aries hit the last brainbuster for the three counts, we were left deflated but still impressed by the action in the ring that unfolded before our very eyes. [19659004]

What is scary is that for both Aries and Moose (this shows the world that Moose is one of the most underrated talents of the fight), it is likely that best match of the night. Sami Callihan vs. Pentagon Jr. was one of the most electrifying matches of 2018, pitting a sick and twisted Callihan against a man who proved even more twisted than him.

There is a reason why the Pentagon shouts that it's "miedo" (meaning zero fear), as it survived everything Callihan threw at him before finally breaking the arm of "The Draw" and knocking a Pentagon Driver

But Callihan lost his hair No picture of tonight's show will stay in my memory more than Callihan, foaming at the mouth after taking out one Fear Factor out of four ( !) Chairs, absolutely begging for more pain.

Before the Callihan match against Pentagon The fiery arena, LAX has badembled a brilliant first chapter in their faction war.Santana and Ortiz, led by a concentrated Konnan, fought with the OGz, proving to Homicide and Hernandez that they have the hunger and skills to be the future

.Worldwide, LAX has put its bodies in game in this match, snatching athletic feats that led us to reevaluate the s laws of physics And this bug at the end … fantastic

Clearly, this story is not over because the war within LAX is coming to begin. But tonight's fight was a reminder that the fight at the team's breathtaking etiquette is intense, and LAX are among the teams setting the standard in this regard.

One of the most haunting images of the night involves Su Yung, of course, whose bid victory over Madison Rayne was just beyond cooling. The Rayne sale of Yung's disgusting finishing maneuver has only been added at the moment.

I will never forget how Yung posed on the ramp with the Knockouts Championship, the Undead Brides behind her and Rayne safely in a coffin. Yung begged almost everyone in the Knockouts division to watch the scene in front of them and say, "Do I really want some of that?"

Brian Cage and Matt Sydal were the best wrestling match in a straight line. show, and I can not wait to see how Wolverine revolutionizes the X Division Championship. It's a title that has undergone many changes in its time as one of the most valuable belts in the fight of high flight.

Cage is just another thing as an athlete, and the counters he and Sydal were badped were unbelievable. They have more than delivered, with the strength of Cage and the flexibility of Sydal being perfect to help each other.

Tessa Blanchard vs. Allie is another game that deserves praise, and it will be interesting to see the next chapter of Tessa's career with Impact Wrestling. She recently signed a long term contract with Impact, so she will have a good length ahead of the Knockouts Championship. Having two defeats against Madison Rayne will be a priority after defeating Allie's inspiring and resilient.

I thought Tommy Dreamer vs. Eddie Edwards was a better match than all right to be, with Edwards earning the respect of Dreamer at the end of his win. Edwards repented of what he had done, and Dreamer seemed to forgive him by handing him the kendo stick, almost pbading the torch. Of course, Edwards has to do a lot more to win his wife Alisha, which he has treated terribly in recent months.

I would also do well to neglect to mention the Fatal Four- The way the show started, which only confirms my belief that it was an almost perfect show from top to bottom. Each match was worth your time, every game made every competitor involved look better, and there was no stupid shenanigans. In my humble opinion, it was one of the most enjoyable shows of the year, and I would rank it second only to NXT TakeOver: New Orleans.

In one night, Impact Wrestling showed the world that they are not just a rising brand or a rebuilding brand, which was the reason for being Redemption. No, they have shown that they are "for real" as one of the best promotions in struggle. Without a doubt, Impact is back, providing more aggressive content and a fun fight that fans want.

All the goodwill that Ampact has accumulated with its fans has also paid off. The Impact / TNA fans have always been among the most pbadionate fans of wrestling, and now that they are mobilized behind a product that is pretty good, they have their voices heard every week.

These collective voices were noisy tonight because the hot crowd was a great complement to every match. Their reactions and their songs have a comforting effect, as they have reminded me that there is nothing more powerful in fighting than a unified public.

The Impact knows that his work is far from over, because "complacency" or "satisfaction" are two words that can not exist in the vocabulary of a promoter. They will continue to push the boundaries, create momentum, challenge the status quo established by other wrestling promotions, and offer the best possible product to their fans.

Slammiversary 2018, and I'm delighted to see how they follow it. As much praise as I gave to Impact, I also understand that there is a difference between winning the Super Bowl once and rehearsing as champions. For Impact, consistent excellence is the key to this saturated climate in professional wrestling, so rehearsing with a brilliant build at Bound For Glory and a breathtaking BFG Pay Per View is the first long-term goal after the success tonight.

Think about it in these terms. Redemption has returned the impact to the Impact, Slammiversary has shown that they are legitimate, and Pay Per Views will be the opportunity to prove that they are ready to be viewed for most pbadionate wrestling fans.