Set To Return

WrestleZone.com is reporting that TNA Knockouts Champion Mickie James is set to return to the ring at the next set of Impact tapings in the next two weeks.

Mickie has been out injured since a house show dark match against Madison Rayne in January. It is believed she suffered a separated shoulder.

Mickie competed in a thirty second squash match at Lockdown this past weekend, defeating Madison Rayne to capture the TNA Knockouts championship. This makes her the first woman in pro wrestling to hold every major women's championship.

Storyline wise, TNA covered up the injury by stating that Mickie was attacked by Madison and Tara, who apparently ran Mickie over with her motorcycle, injuring her and leaving her fate for Lockdown unknown.

Mickie Out, Madison In

Thanks to a nasty injury she suffered recently at a house show, TNA Hardcore Country Knockout Mickie James has had to withdraw from her upcoming match against Sara Del Ray on April 2 for Remix Pro Wrestling in Marietta, Ohio. One piece of good news for the Mickie James fans is that she will at least be there to sign autographs.

With Mickie out of the picture, TNA Knockouts Champion Madison Rayne is set to take Mickie's place, which should still be a decent match. Sara Del Ray is probably one of the best female wrestlers I've ever seen. It's unfortunate for the fans, however, as I know Mickie vs. Sara is a dream match for a lot of fans out there. Either way, Madison and Sara should be decent as well.

Mickie James Injured?

ProWrestling.net is reporting that TNA Hardcore Country Knockout Mickie James has been injured.

It has yet to be acknowledged by Mickie James, but apparently the injury happened at Friday's TNA House show. Her current rival, Madison Rayne, apparently botched a spot in the ring, leading to Mickie suffering a slight separation in her shoulder.

There is no word on whether she will require surgery or not, but apparently the injury is enough that her arm is currently in a sling.

Tough break for the Knockouts division, which seems to be getting weaker and weaker with the volume that leave or the volume that are not put into the title picture. Either way, this has definitely been a bumpy week for TNA on all fronts.

Mickie Set For Music Festival

Former WWE Diva and TNA Hardcore Country Knockout Mickie James is set to perform at the CMA Country Music Festival, according to her official website, MickieJames.com.

Hot on the heels of the Maria Kanellis EP last year, Mickie released her debut country album, Strangers and Angels. She also currently performs her theme on TNA Impact.

Other acts slated to perform at this year's CMA Festival are Brad Paisley, Sara Evans, Zac Brown Band, Little Big Town, Josh Turner, Easton Corbin, The JaneDear Girls, Ashton Shepherd, and Chris Young, who are all joining the list with fellow acts Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, The Band Perry, Sheryl Crow, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire (who I saw live when I was 10 -- she is great), Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton and Keith Urban, alongside Grammy Award winners Lady Antebellum.

Obviously, this is a huge opportunity for Mickie James. Congratulations! The CMA Country Music Festival takes place from June 9-12. No camping is permitted according to musicfestivaljunkies.com, and it is $115 for a four-day pass. It takes place in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.