TNA Wrestling has officially given its newest duo a name. Joseph Sawyer and Samuel Shaw, the former WWE performers known there as Joe Gacey and Dexter Lumis, will operate in TNA as syX, pronounced “Six” or “Sicks.”

The name was confirmed ahead of this week’s edition of TNA iMPACT!, where syX is scheduled to appear. The duo made an immediate impact on last week’s show by attacking Matt and Jeff Hardy before removing their masks and revealing their identities. TNA also announced at that time that Sawyer and Shaw had signed with the promotion.

The arrival gives TNA two established and instantly recognizable personalities, but it also creates a major problem for The Hardys. Matt and Jeff were the targets of syX’s first on-screen statement, making the legendary brothers the most obvious focus as the new group takes its next step in the company.

syX Gets Its Official TNA Identity

The syX name carries a clear connection to Sawyer and Shaw’s recent history. Before joining TNA, the pair had been associated with WWE’s Wyatt Sicks presentation under the names Joe Gacey and Dexter Lumis. TNA’s version uses a shorter stylization while maintaining the “Sicks” sound that audiences will immediately recognize.

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An announcement promoting this week’s show stated:

“After taking on the Hardys, syX will be in the iMPACT! Zone this week.”

That wording is significant because it frames last week’s ambush as more than a surprise cameo. Sawyer and Shaw are not being positioned simply as former WWE names arriving for a one-off moment. They have a faction name, they have confirmed TNA contracts, and they are booked to address the iMPACT! Zone immediately after their debut angle.

For a new act, those are important early signals. The debut established their presence through violence and mystery, while the formal name gives viewers a clear label for the team moving forward. Their scheduled appearance now gives TNA the opportunity to define what syX wants in the company and why The Hardys were chosen as their first victims.

The Hardys Were the First Targets

Last week’s episode of Thursday Night iMPACT! ended any suspense about the identities behind the masks. Two masked men ambushed Matt and Jeff Hardy, then unmasked as Sawyer and Shaw. The segment immediately connected the newcomers to one of the most decorated and recognizable teams in TNA history.

The Hardys have long represented a central part of TNA’s tag team landscape, and attacking them provides syX with a fast route into a prominent program. Neither Sawyer nor Shaw needed an extended introduction after the reveal; the confrontation itself made the scale of their intentions clear.

At this stage, TNA has not announced a match between syX and The Hardys. The immediate focus is the group’s upcoming speaking appearance. That leaves several questions for the segment: whether Sawyer and Shaw will explain the attack, whether Matt and Jeff will respond, and whether TNA will make their first match official.

The uncertainty is part of the appeal of the presentation. The team debuted behind masks, struck without warning, and only then exposed who they were. Now, with a defined name, syX can transition from a mystery attack into a more fully established force on the roster.

What the Signing Means for TNA

TNA’s confirmation that both men have signed adds weight to the storyline development. Sawyer and Shaw arrive with shared history from their time together in WWE, but their TNA presentation begins with a new name and a direct rivalry rather than a lengthy reintroduction.

The syX branding also positions them as a unit from the outset. TNA did not present the pair as two singles wrestlers who happened to appear together. Their debut was coordinated, their reveal was coordinated, and the announcement makes it clear that they are entering the promotion as a faction.

That distinction could matter quickly in a division where alliances often shape rivalries and championship pursuits. While TNA has not detailed the group’s wider goals, the attack on The Hardys places syX in a high-profile spot from day one. A victory over Matt and Jeff, should a match be made, would establish the duo immediately. Conversely, The Hardys have the experience and history to make any confrontation with the new act a major test.

For now, the key development is simply that Sawyer and Shaw have a permanent home and an official collective identity. The next episode of iMPACT! should provide the first indication of how TNA plans to present their personalities, motivations, and ambitions beyond the initial assault.

syX Set to Speak on This Week’s iMPACT!

syX is advertised to speak on the next episode of TNA iMPACT!, which airs Thursday at 9:00 p.m. ET on AMC and AMC+. The appearance is one of several notable items on the show, including multiple singles matches and a tribute to PAC.

The announced lineup is:

  • Mustafa Ali and Special Agent 0 vs. The Great Hands
  • Ricky Sosa vs. Cedric Alexander
  • Zoey Serrano vs. Indie Hartwell
  • Leon Slater vs. Joe Alonzo
  • Moose vs. AJ Francis
  • Mr. Elegance vs. BDE
  • syX to speak
  • Tribute to PAC

Mustafa Ali and Special Agent 0 teaming against The Great Hands gives the card a notable tag team bout, while Cedric Alexander’s match with Ricky Sosa and Moose’s meeting with AJ Francis add further depth to the in-ring slate. The episode will also feature Zoey Serrano against Indie Hartwell, as well as Leon Slater facing Joe Alonzo.

Still, the syX segment stands apart because it will be the first advertised chance for Sawyer and Shaw to speak since their TNA arrival. Their debut already generated a direct issue with The Hardys, but their words can establish whether the attack was driven by a specific grievance, a desire to make an example of TNA’s veteran stars, or a broader plan for the promotion.

The name itself may also become part of that explanation. “syX” has an obvious connection to the duo’s previous association, yet it is now being presented as their TNA identity. The group’s first promo will help determine whether that connection is simply a recognizable reference or an essential element of their new direction.

A Fast Start for TNA’s New Duo

Sawyer and Shaw have received an efficient introduction to TNA television: a masked assault, a high-profile reveal, confirmed signings, an official faction name, and a scheduled follow-up appearance all within a short span. The company has wasted little time placing syX in a visible position.

That fast start ensures attention will remain on their next move. The Hardys are unlikely to overlook the attack, and TNA viewers now know that the duo is not a temporary surprise. syX has arrived as an official act with unfinished business already waiting for it.

Thursday’s episode will reveal the first chapter after the ambush. Whether the group offers an explanation, issues a challenge, or faces The Hardys again, Sawyer and Shaw have already made sure that their TNA run begins with a major target in sight.

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