The Hardy Boyz are back in the spotlight—again. As the wrestling world barrels through 2026, Matt and Jeff Hardy find themselves at the crossroads of nostalgia and innovation, balancing their legendary status with a passion for shaping the next generation. The iconic duo, currently reigning as TNA World Tag Team Champions, are not just content with their own accolades. They’re pushing boundaries, mentoring rising stars, and even teasing the dawn of a new Hardy era—one that could see their children step into the squared circle.
Let’s rewind a bit. The Hardy Boyz have been synonymous with tag team greatness since the WWE’s Attitude Era. Their high-flying risk-taking, daredevil ladder matches, and undeniable chemistry have left an indelible mark on wrestling fans worldwide. But if you thought the story was winding down, think again. According to recent interviews, the Hardy brothers are in “constant negotiations with WWE about doing some more stuff.” Matt Hardy told Metro UK, “We will do more with them. It was very important to us to stay at TNA as opposed to becoming a WWE full-time act [again]. In TNA, we’re going to be put in a position to succeed, and we can contribute, and we can help the company grow and be better.”
The relationship between the Hardys and WWE remains strong, thanks in part to positive interactions with key figures like Shawn Michaels and Triple H. “Anytime we’ve interacted with Shawn Michaels, he was absolutely awesome – Triple H, whoever, we’ve got along with everybody really good,” Matt said. The brothers’ willingness to bridge TNA and WWE programming has fans buzzing about potential crossover moments in the coming months. “I think you’re going to see some more cool Hardy Boyz moments in WWE before it’s all said and done in 2026,” Matt added.
While the Hardy Boyz are focused on their own careers, they’re equally invested in the future of the business. Matt Hardy recently heaped praise on 21-year-old Leon Slater, calling him “the future of the business.” Slater, the youngest TNA X-Division Champion in history after defeating Moose at Slammiversary 2025, has shown poise beyond his years. “He’s 21, but mentally, he acts and thinks like a 30-year-old,” Matt observed. “He’s way ahead mentally, which is one thing that I probably respect the most about him. We have lots of love for Leon, man.”
Slater’s meteoric rise has been nothing short of remarkable. Since capturing the X-Division title, he’s defended it against the likes of Rich Swann, Cedric Alexander, and A.J. Francis. The TNA-WWE partnership has given him a platform to shine on both sides of the aisle—he was hand-picked by John Cena for Saturday Night’s Main Event in December, teaming with Je’Von Evans against AJ Styles and Dragon Lee. Slater also challenged Oba Femi for the NXT Championship at New Year’s Evil and answered Carmelo Hayes’ United States Championship Open Challenge on SmackDown in January. Most recently, Slater main-evented TNA No Surrender alongside TNA World Champion Mike Santana, scoring a pinfall victory over Nic Nemeth. If there’s a young wrestler to watch in 2026, it’s Slater.
But the Hardy legacy isn’t just about mentoring outsiders. It’s about family. Both Matt and Jeff have been open about their children’s budding interest in professional wrestling. Jeff Hardy, in particular, has floated the idea of “The Hardy Girlz”—a potential tag team featuring his daughters, inspired by WWE’s Women’s Tag Team Championship. “When I saw that [Women’s Tag Team Championship] on TV, I was like, ‘oh my God, they have Women’s Tag Team Championships. What if I have the first tag team of The Hardy Girlz?’ It would be incredible,” Jeff reminisced. He added that his eldest daughter has shown a natural flair for performing, even asking, “Dad, you still think about maybe getting that ring one day?” The prospect of a next-generation Hardy duo has fans—and the brothers themselves—dreaming big.
Matt Hardy’s children are also showing signs of following in their father’s footsteps, albeit with their own twist. “My oldest and youngest are into it pretty big. My middle guy is super creative. He’s like, ‘I don’t know if I wanna get beat up like that, Dad, but can you insult people and make money in wrestling?’ ‘You can!’ ‘That’s awesome!'” Matt shared with a laugh. The message is clear: the Hardy influence may soon extend beyond the ring, with the next generation bringing their own creativity and charisma to the industry.
Of course, the present remains as thrilling as the future. The Hardy Boyz made history in October 2025 by holding the TNA and NXT Tag Team Championships simultaneously—a feat that underscores their enduring versatility and appeal. And they’re not resting on their laurels. The brothers are currently embroiled in a heated feud with The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) in TNA. Matt took a moment to honor the late Bray Wyatt (Windham Rotunda), who had advocated for WWE to sign Vincent and Dutch after their 2022 tryout. “Windham would have loved to have been able to sink his teeth into Vinnie and Dutch, no doubt,” Matt remarked, praising their commitment to character work. “The thing I really enjoy the most about them is how committed they are to the bit, and that’s what’s important whenever you’re playing a character in pro wrestling. You really have to become that character, especially when the red light is on.”
Meanwhile, the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship continues to make waves. Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY currently hold the gold, having recently defended their titles against Nia Jax and Lash Legend on Friday Night SmackDown. The division, once an afterthought, has grown into a highlight of WWE programming, inspiring not just fans but also the Hardy daughters to dream of tag team glory. As former Women’s World Champions, Rhea and IYO have set a high bar, with their reign evoking both admiration and a touch of envy among their peers.
Amid all this, Matt and Jeff Hardy remain fiercely loyal to TNA, especially as the company embarks on a new era under AMC’s stewardship. “In TNA, we’re going to be put in a position to succeed, and we can contribute, and we can help the company grow and be better,” Matt emphasized. The Hardys’ commitment to helping TNA thrive doesn’t preclude more WWE appearances, but their hearts—and priorities—are firmly rooted in the promotion that allows them to shape the future, both for themselves and for the next generation.
As 2026 unfolds, fans can expect more surprises, more crossovers, and perhaps even the birth of “The Hardy Girlz.” With the Hardy Boyz still holding the TNA World Tag Team Championships and keeping the door open for WWE collaborations, there’s no telling what’s next. One thing’s for sure: the legacy of the Hardys is far from finished, and wrestling’s next chapter just might be written by their own children.