Joe Hendry Opens Up About Responsibilities As TNA World Champion (Exclusive)

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Joe Hendry, who is set for an appearance on tonight’s WWE NXT, has opened up about his responsibilities as TNA World Champion.

Hendry made headlines last month with an appearance at WrestleMania, and has again started making consistent appearances on NXT TV in a feud with Trick Williams that has also progressed on TNA programming.

Hendry is currently part of a special in-game event with PUBG Mobile that sees exclusive content added to the game, running until May 17. You can find more details below.

In an exclusive interview with WrestleTalk, Hendry commented on his current role and responsibilities as TNA World Champion, saying:

“It’s hugely rewarding. There was a period of time where a lot of colleagues were getting signed and I was kind of wondering if and when things would happen for me.

“But I was enjoying the process of what I was doing so much and I was so focused on getting the best reactions that I could from the fans, that all the opportunities came as soon as I shifted my focus into just giving the audience the best entertainment that I possibly could.

“But to now be here as TNA World Champion, it’s an amazing feeling and a responsibility that I enjoy, and my focus is just trying to deliver record business for TNA.

“I want people to look back and say, ‘Joe Hendry as World Champion, The Hardys as Tag Champs, that meant big business for TNA’.

“So I’m excited for the business that the entire locker room is doing for the company and everyone backstage and the fans as well. TNA’s a hot product right now and, yeah, onwards and upwards.”

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Hendry also discussed what it’s been like working such a busy schedule, saying:

“Look, a busy schedule is a compliment. The busier you are, the more in-demand that you are, is a compliment to your popularity and your skills. So I very much enjoy that responsibility. The schedule is a part of the job, and every show that I do, every appearance that I do, every piece of media that I do, I just try to get better every time.”

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Here are the full details on Hendry’s PUBG Mobile in-game event:

PUBG MOBILE Partners with Wrestling Superstar Joe Hendry for an Exclusive collaboration

PUBG MOBILE, publisher Tencent Games, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, is thrilled to announce an exclusive partnership with Joe Hendry, the world-renowned wrestler and musician from TNA Wrestling. This collaboration will bring exciting in-game content to PUBG MOBILE players in the UK and North America.

Joe Hendry, the Scottish wrestler and current TNA World Champion, has gained rapid growth due to his unique combination of wrestling prowess and musical talent. His single, “I Believe in Joe Hendry,” recently reached #1 on the UK daily iTunes charts, and his vibrant, charismatic persona has made him a standout figure in the world of professional wrestling. As part of this collaboration, Hendry will bring his iconic presence to PUBG MOBILE, offering fans an immersive in-game experience and a range of exclusive content.

“We are really excited about this partnership with Joe Hendry, and hope that his fans and the PUBG MOBILE community will enjoy this unique integration available from today,”” commented  Alex Lin, Publishing Director Western Europe Tencent Games.

Joe Hendry said “Say His Name and He Appears! The fans wanted it and Tencent Games heard the call. Joe Hendry is coming to PUBG MOBILE. As someone who has enjoyed the franchise for many years, I’m excited to bring my unique brand of wrestling and music to the game. After becoming champion in the ring, it’s now time for Joe Hendry to own the battlefield!”

President of  Anthem Sports and TNA Wrestling Carlos Silva said,  

“We are excited that our TNA World Champion Joe Hendry is part of this exclusive promotion with PUBG MOBILE.  Joe is our champion in the ring and will be the champion of the battlefield, too!”

Collaboration Overview: The partnership centers around a special in-game event, running from April 18 to May 17 2025, which will allow players to complete missions and earn rewards tied to Joe Hendry’s character and brand. This event will feature a mini-game with a pixelised version of Hendry, where players can earn points to unlock a variety of in-game items, including:

Complete all 10-day missions to unlock the Joe Hendry permanent in-game set made of a Blue shirt top, White pants and Black shoes
Reach the top rankings in the event to unlock even more exclusive rewards, including:
Joe Hendry Space gift – Top 20,000 players
Joe Hendry Music (lobby) – Top 10,000 players
Joe Hendry Avatar – Top 5,000 players
Joe Hendry Voicepack – Top 3,000 players
Joe Hendry Frame  – Top 1,000 players
Dates and Details:

Joe Hendry In-game Event: April 18 – May 17, 2025
Mini-Game Features:
Complete daily missions to earn tickets for the mini-game.
Play the fighting mini-game featuring a pixel version of Joe Hendry and Lone Survivor (PUBG MOBILE’s main character). Each of them has 3 moves they can use to increase their popularity. 
Earn points and complete 10-day missions to unlock exciting rewards, including a permanent outfit

About PUBG MOBILE

PUBG MOBILE is based on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the phenomenon that took the world of interactive entertainment by storm in 2017. Up to 100 players parachute onto a remote island to battle in a winner-takes-all showdown. Players must locate and scavenge their own weapons, vehicles, and supplies, and defeat every player in a visually and tactically rich battleground that forces players into a shrinking play zone. PUBG MOBILE is co-developed by LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS of Tencent Games and KRAFTON, Inc.

For more information, please visit the official PUBG MOBILE social channels on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. 

About Joe Hendry 

Joe Hendry is a Scottish Professional Wrestler and Musician who is the current TNA Wrestling World Champion, competed in the WWE’s flagship Royal Rumble event in 2025 and achieved a #4 single in the UK with his hit song ‘I Believe In Joe Hendry’.

His combination of charisma, musical ability, in-ring talent and social media creativity has seen him capture the hearts and minds of wrestling fans around the world. As World Champion Joe Hendry has helped TNA Wrestling ascend to a run of record breaking sold-out shows for the company and also earned WWE its single most viewed video on X last year with over 21 Million views.”

You can read our full interview with Hendry, featuring comments on his WWE appearances and more details on the PUBG Mobile in-game event, at this link.

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