TNA Wrestling made headlines after claiming a record-breaking crowd of 7,794 at Bound for Glory inside the Tsongas Center, but now that number is under scrutinyand the venues own records are raising some eyebrows.
According to documents reviewed by Wrestlenomics, the real figures may be lower. Records from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, which owns the Tsongas Center, show that only 5,554 tickets were sold, and 6,137 were actually scanned through the turnstiles the night of the event. The data comes directly from venue operator Oak View Group.
Still, the show was called a success by both the venue and TNA, with massive food and beverage sales that reportedly ranked among the highest in arena history. When pressed about the conflicting numbers, TNA spokesperson Ross Forman defended the companys announcement, saying it was backed by the venue.
Backing that up, Keith Vaske, District GM of Oak View Group, confirmed that Bound for Glory holds the recordfor a ticketed sporting event at the Tsongas Center.
Vaske added that 243 premium seats not reflected in the official report brought the ticketed total to 7,484, and clarified that promoters often have the final say in what number gets pushed out to the public.
TNAs final tally also included standing-room attendees, media, VIPs, and credentialed guests.
While some fans and analysts believe the true number was likely between 6,000 and 7,000, its clear that Bound for Glory was still a massive night for TNA Wrestlinga legit turnout, strong sales, and renewed fan interest.
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