Pakistani-Origin Wrestler Amir Jordan to Compete in TNA World X-Cup

Karachi-born professional wrestler Amir Jordan, whose real name is Bilal Ansari, is set to represent Pakistan at the TNA World X-Cup, scheduled for November 15 at the Edmonton Expo Center in Canada. TNA Wrestling confirmed his participation on November 11.

The World X-Cup is an international tournament featuring eight wrestlers from different countries. The competition will consist of two four-way matches, with the winners advancing to the final later that night. Other announced competitors include Rey Horus from Mexico, Jason Hotch from the United States, and Home Town Man from Canada.

Born in Karachi's North Nazimabad area, Jordan moved to the United Kingdom with his family at the age of four. He previously worked as an investment banker before leaving his job to pursue professional wrestling. Known as "The Bhangra Bad Boy," he made his WWE debut in 2018 and later competed in NXT UK, where he formed a tag team with Kenny Williams and challenged for the NXT UK Tag Team Championship.

Jordan has won several titles throughout his career, including the 3CW North East Championship, MEW North East Championship, IPW Z-Force Championship, and IWA Heavyweight Championship. More recently, he won the RISE Championship in August 2025 after defeating Brett Semtex and held the title until January 2026. He also appeared on TNA Xplosion in June 2025, facing Sami Callihan.

The Pakistani-origin wrestler is known for incorporating elements of Pakistani culture into his performances, particularly bhangra dance moves and traditional clothing. The upcoming World X-Cup is part of TNA Destination X, which will also feature several championship matches, including Leon Slater defending the TNA World Championship against Trey Miguel and Indi Hartwell facing Shayna Baszler for the TNA Knockouts World Championship.

The event will also include men's and women's Ultimate X matches, with the winners earning future championship opportunities. Matt Hardy and Moose will face Joseph Sawyer and Samuel Shaw of syX in a tag team match.