Trick Williams TNA World Championship defense Against All Odds is officially set for Friday, June 6, 2025, with Williams scheduled to face Elijah at the Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona. TNA made the announcement following events on NXT, confirming the high-profile match for their upcoming streaming special.
Williams Secures Title Opportunity After Dramatic NXT Showdown
On Tuesday night’s NXT broadcast, Trick Williams had to get past Mike Santana to earn his spot in the title bout at Against All Odds. The match, which carried significant implications, saw Elijah closely observing from the front row. During the contest, Williams seized Elijah’s guitar and destroyed it in the ring, an act seemingly intended to provoke Elijah and shift the momentum of the match.
While the guitar incident created tension, the conclusion became even more chaotic with interference from First Class. AJ Francis intervened, chokeslamming Santana onto the commentary table, giving Williams the advantage he needed. Using his signature Trick Shot finisher, Williams pinned Santana and secured his place in the world championship contest at the TNA special event.
Official Announcement and Venue Details
Following Williams’ win, TNA publicly confirmed the championship match, setting the stage for a highly anticipated bout between Williams and Elijah.
“BREAKING: After tonight’s #WWENXT, @_trickwilliams will defend the TNA World Title against @_Iam_Elijah_ at #TNAAgainstAllOdds THIS FRIDAY LIVE on TNA+ from the Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona! Get tickets NOW: https://t.co/hrFN63X9Py pic.twitter.com/OI6FXeAQpQ”
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) June 4, 2025
Controversy and Underlying Storylines
The involvement of AJ Francis and the controversial finish created additional intrigue, highlighting ongoing animosities among competitors. Santana was originally scheduled to face Francis at Under Siege, but a sudden turf toe injury reportedly kept Francis, also known as Top Dolla, out of action. KC Navarro filled in for the match, with Santana emerging victorious.
Hostilities between Santana and Francis escalated backstage during last week’s Impact, making their rivalry an ongoing thread. With the recent developments on NXT, there is speculation that Santana versus Francis will be added to the Against All Odds card, further intensifying the event’s atmosphere.
What’s Next for TNA’s Top Title and Upcoming Events
As Trick Williams heads into his defense against Elijah, attention also turns to how long he can retain the championship. The next major TNA pay-per-view, Slammiversary, is set for July 20 at the UBS Arena in Long Island, NY. While speculation surrounds who Williams might face next—potentially a rematch with Joe Hendry or another rising contender—Elijah stands as the immediate challenger, bringing uncertainty to the outcome at Against All Odds.
Current Lineup for Against All Odds
The event’s card includes several championship defenses and high-stakes matchups:
1. TNA World Championship: Trick Williams (c) vs. Elijah
2. Knockouts Championship: Masha Slamovich (c) vs. Lei Ying Lee
3. TNA World Tag Team Championship: Nic Nemeth & Ryan Nemeth (c) vs. Trey Miguel & Zachary Wentz
4. TNA International Championship: Steve Maclin (c) vs. Mance Warner
5. Joe Hendry vs. Frankie Kazarian
6. Santino Marella vs. Robert Stone (the winner becomes TNA Director of Authority)
Against All Odds will be available for streaming on TNA+ and TrillerTV, with fans eager to see how the championship match between Trick Williams and Elijah will unfold amidst ongoing storylines and rivalries involving AJ Francis, Mike Santana, and others.
