The Hardy Boyz—Matt and Jeff—chat with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson about their TNA World Tag Team Championship reign, trampoline origins in Cameron, NC, TLC WrestleMania immortality, and leading TNA's AMC debut on January 15, 2026.
Origins: Trampoline Superheroes
WrestleMania IV hooked the brothers via Hulk Hogan-Andre drama and Randy Savage's elbow drops, watched on a friend's satellite dish; they bet on outcomes, viewing wrestlers as multifaceted superheroes blending athletics, drama, and comedy. Sting and Ultimate Warrior's face paint inspired Jeff's iconic look, fueling lifelong passion for creative performance. Self-trained in their backyard, they progressed from fairground trampoline matches to pro circuits without connections.
Welcome Bumps: Fairground Realities
Matt's 1993 debut against enforcer Maverick exposed self-taught gaps, facing stiff veteran punishment in Gary Sabaugh's Charlotte promotion promising WWE exposure. Early fair gigs with a trampoline-centered ring tested resilience, evolving raw athleticism into polished teamwork. Jeff echoes brutal learning curves, turning childhood furniture-breaking into professional grit.
TNA Revival: AMC Destiny
Current TNA Tag Champs take pride in the promotion's growth, planning 2026 dominance post-Spike TV era; Jeff feels perfectly placed for the national TV return. Brothers invested heavily, witnessing audience expansion through hard work and storytelling. They aim to headline TNA's biggest year amid WWE's Drew McIntyre Undisputed Championship buzz.
Broken Matt Genesis: Delete Innovation
Matt originated "DELETE" spontaneously on property, seeking a trendy, non-lethal catchphrase with a smartphone-swipe gesture that exploded via viral video. The persona's eccentricity drew massive TNA tune-ins, blending pop culture with wrestling absurdity. Full entrance theme evolved organically from that raw creative spark.
Bar Fight Dream Team
Facing 100 hostile bar patrons, Matt selects Haku-Barbarian, APA (Bradshaw-Ron Simmons), Brock Lesnar-Kurt Angle, and prime Road Warriors for unbeatable intimidation and shooters. Jeff concurs, adding Freebirds (Michael Hayes-Jimmy Garvin) for chaotic distraction. Tag legends unite across eras for guaranteed escape.
