Mickie James says she helped Ash By Elegance get signed to TNA after her WWE release.
Ash, who previously wrestled in WWE as Dana Brooke, left the company in September 2023 after nearly ten years. She later rebranded herself as Ash By Elegance and debuted in TNA in January 2024.
Since joining TNA, Ash has found major success. She has won the TNA Knockouts Tag Team Championship and the Knockouts World Championship, building a strong run in the company. On 26th February, 2026 edition of TNA Impact, James claimed she helped Ash get her opportunity in the company.
Mickie James Claims Credit For TNA Star’s Post-WWE Opportunity
Mickie James confronted Ash By Elegance in the ring on TNA Impact. James called Ash out directly. The Concierge tried to introduce Ash, but Mickie stopped him and sent him backstage.
James said she was not there for the extra drama. Ash then came to the ring and the two immediately exchanged heated words. James said she personally called Tommy Dreamer to help Ash get hired in TNA.
However, Ash disagreed and said she did not need anyone’s help. She claimed she was the hottest free agent after leaving WWE. The argument quickly turned physical. The two began pushing each other before the situation moved backstage.
Members of The Elegance Brand appeared and intimidated Mickie’s son, forcing James to rush away from the ring. As she ran up the entrance ramp, M by Elegance came out and attacked her from behind with a forearm. This led to the rest of The Elegance Brand joining in the assault.
The segment ended with Ash delivering a DDT to Mickie on the entrance ramp, sending a clear message to the TNA legend.
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