Nic Nemeth, formerly known as Dolph Ziggler, won the TNA World Championship at the Slammiversary pay-per-view in a six-way elimination match, surprising some as he was not the original choice for the title. Reports indicate that TNA initially planned for Josh Alexander to reclaim the championship, but the ongoing feud with Joe Hendry was deemed strong enough to continue without the title at stake. Nemeth's victory marks a significant moment in his career, as he previously held titles in NJPW and AAA since his WWE release last September. In a passionate post-match statement, he expressed his determination to prove himself in TNA after nearly 20 years in the business. Following his win, Nemeth hinted at a desire to face AJ Styles for the title, which has garnered interest among fans. Nemeth will defend his championship against Mustafa Ali in an upcoming episode of TNA Impact.