The countdown to AEW Double or Nothing 2026 is officially on, and this year’s card is shaping up to be one for the ages. Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 24, as the action returns to Louis Armstrong Stadium in Flushing, Queens, New York—a venue that’s quickly becoming a fan favorite for high-stakes showdowns.
Leading the charge is a blockbuster AEW International Championship match that has been brewing for months. Kazuchika Okada will defend his title against Konosuke Takeshita, a clash born from deep-seated tensions within the Don Callis Family. Fans have been waiting for this explosive encounter, and it promises to deliver everything from technical mastery to pure aggression. Could this be the moment Takeshita turns babyface, or will Okada’s reign continue to dominate?
Tag team fans, get ready for a war. FTR will put the AEW World Tag Team Championship on the line against Adam Copeland and Christian Cage in an I Quit Match, as confirmed on the April 29 episode of Dynamite. The stakes couldn’t be higher: if Copeland and Cage lose, they must retire as a team. This rivalry has been simmering since the fall of 2025, and with both duos known for their no-holds-barred approach, expect a bloodbath that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The AEW World Championship picture is heating up too. Darby Allin has been a fighting champion, surviving brutal defenses against Tommaso Ciampa and Brody King, with another challenger in Kevin Knight still to come. If Allin makes it to Double or Nothing with the title intact—and odds are he will—MJF looms as the likely challenger. The “Devil” of Long Island has been told twice that he’ll need to put something on the line for a rematch. After losing a TNT Championship match to Knight, could MJF’s Dynamite Diamond Ring be the key to unlocking another title shot? The drama is just getting started.
As the card continues to take shape, here’s what we know so far:
📅 Date: Sunday, May 24
⏰ Time: 8:00 pm ET
📍 Location: Flushing, Queens, New York
🏟️ Venue: Louis Armstrong Stadium
Confirmed Matches:
• I Quit Street Fight Match for the AEW World Tag Team Championship: FTR (c) vs. Adam Copeland and Christian Cage
• AEW International Championship Match: Kazuchika Okada (c) vs. Konosuke Takeshita
With more matches expected to be added, Double or Nothing 2026 is shaping up to be a can’t-miss event. Whether you’re gearing up for the action or just looking to rep your favorite stars, now’s the time to get ready. Stay tuned for updates—this card is only getting hotter.