Insight with Chris Van Vliet Indi Hartwell On WWE Release, Joining TNA, Becoming NXT Women's Champion, Mercedes Moné
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May 8, 2025 
Indi Hartwell, a professional wrestler currently with TNA and former NXT Women's Champion, shares her inspiring journey from WWE to TNA. She candidly discusses the emotional rollercoaster of her release during SmackDown and the thrill of retaining her WWE name. Indi also reflects on her unforgettable NXT Women's Championship victory in a ladder match and her eagerly anticipated match against Mercedes Mone. Beyond wrestling, she touches on personal growth, mentorship, and the importance of embracing new opportunities in the ever-changing wrestling landscape.
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Unexpected WWE Release Experience
- Indi Hartwell never expected her WWE release, especially after feeling secure in her final weeks. She found out from a missed call and a confusing text, making the release surreal.
Kept WWE Ring Name After Release
- Indi kept her WWE ring name by asking for it back after her release, a rare opportunity. She had sold the name originally but reclaimed the rights post-release.
Early Wrestling Inspiration & Start
- Indi discovered wrestling through her older brother's games and became obsessed despite briefly stopping to fit in at school. She was inspired by watching key female NXT matches in 2015 to join wrestling school.