Gail Kim didn’t hold back when reacting to concerns about the state of TNA’s Knockouts division, and her latest remarks put a sharp spotlight on what she believes is a continuing problem with how the women’s roster is being used.
The moment came after a fan posted on Twitter/X about the lack of crowd reactions during women’s matches on TNA Impact. The comment clearly struck a chord with Kim, who spent years helping build the Knockouts division into one of the promotion’s most respected brands. Her response made it clear that the situation still hits close to home.
Kim revealed that she had been pushing internally for stronger booking and more meaningful opportunities for the women’s division long before her departure from the company. She also made it clear that watching the current situation unfold hasn’t been easy.
“This breaks my heart to be honest. I was fighting for them to be utilized better for the better part of over a year. I have a lot to say about this and I still care a lot about the knockouts. Just bc I’m quiet about it doesn’t mean it still isn’t a huge part of my heart. Do better TNA.”
“I just want people to know throughout all this that I still support TNA as well and all the talent there. I still care about the place I invested basically half my life to.”
That final message — telling TNA to “Do better” — landed as the strongest takeaway from her response. It wasn’t just frustration; it was a direct call for improvement from someone who helped shape the division into a cornerstone of the company’s identity.
Her remarks arrive at a tense time, with mediation between Kim and Anthem scheduled for June. While the legal fight continues behind the scenes, her comments about the Knockouts division suggest that her concerns extend beyond legal issues and into the creative direction of the women’s roster itself.
Do you agree with Gail Kim telling TNA to “Do better,” or do you think the Knockouts division is being handled just fine right now? Drop your thoughts and let us know how you see the situation.