TNA Impact Wrestling Review: Results and Analysis for January 5

Helms Dynasty vs The Decay

Result: Decay def. Helms Dynasty via pinfall

The Decay starting of 2017 with new music and title aspirations and it looks like all has been repaired between the Helms Dynasty.  Lee and Everett jump on Abyss and Steve early but Steve comes back from behind.  Everything begins to settle down into a traditional tag team match.  The Helms Dynasty isolate Crazy Steve in their corner.  Abyss finally get in the ring and it spells trouble for the Helms Dynasty.  Helms tries to get involved but is taken out by the mist and Decay wins the match after Abyss hits Everett with a top rope chokeslam.

After the match, the DCC invade the Impact Zone and take out the Decay.  A vintage James Storm staple as they hit Steve and Abyss with beer bottles and stand tall.  I have a feeling that someone joins the DCC tonight considering it is a live show and the first of the year.

Sienna vs Allie

Result: Sienna def. Allie via pinfall

Allie emphatically accepted the challenge to face Sienna as Maria continues to put her down.  She came out with a feisty attitude to try and get the upper hand on Sienna.  Braxton Sutter comes down to support his protege.  The inexperience of Allie gives Sienna life as Allie’s powerslam attempt fails.  Every time Allie gets a glimmer of momentum, Van Ness distracts her on the outside to give Sienna the edge.  Allie uses the crossbody to take Sienna to the ground and follows up with the powerslam she had looked for earlier.  The distraction by Van Ness gives Sienna a chance to silencer Allie and the crowd.

I am loving the development of Allie’s character and progression of her skills in the ring.  She looked amazing in this match and the story was told very well.  To have her gain a ton of momentum to have it stripped from her was gut wrenching.