Indi Hartwell Declares Herself “Thee Knockout” in First Official TNA iMPACT Appearance

Indi Hartwell made her first official appearance on TNA iMPACT during the final half-hour of the May 1 episode—and she didn’t hold back. Standing tall under the lights, Hartwell grabbed the mic and delivered a powerful message that left no room for doubt: she’s here to lead, not follow.

When asked about her reaction to joining TNA, Hartwell took a moment to show gratitude. “I want to thank everyone who’s supported me,” she said, as “Indi Wrestling” chants erupted from the crowd. With raw emotion in her voice, she added, “I see myself in all of you.”

Then came the real statement. Hartwell shared how she used to stay up late to watch TNA growing up and now feels proud to be part of the roster. She didn’t mince words either: “I am thee Knockout.”

When asked who she’s looking to face, Hartwell made her intentions clear. “I’ve got thoughts, plans, and history with some of the Knockouts here,” she said. “But they all need to know—I’m not here to just be another woman on the roster. Things are about to be shaken up, because Indi Hartwell has officially crossed the line.”

After her surprise debut at TNA Rebellion 2025, Hartwell has gone from free agent to top contender in a matter of days—and it’s clear she’s not waiting around for permission to take over.