TNA is reportedly cutting out blood.
Mike Johnson at PWInsider reports "Excessive blood and blading will not be permissible by the promotion."
The report notes, "In the case of hardway blood or something like a bloody nose or mouth, blood will be allowed and it was noted that it's understandable that sometimes, blood will be a result of contact in the ring - but purposeful, heavy bloodletting is a thing of the past in the promotion."
The decision was reportedly made for the health of the performers and to keep current and potential partners and advertisers in mind.
A dog collar match between Steve Maclin and Eric Young is set to air on an upcoming episode of TNA iMPACT! that features heavy blood.
Fightful will provide more details on the edict when they are known.
