All Elite Wrestling featured another major title change at Double or Nothing 2026, as Konosuke Takeshita defeated Kazuchika Okada to capture the AEW International Championship.

The match carried added tension, as both men are aligned with the Don Callis Family but have shown clear friction over time. Their rivalry dates back to their previous meeting in the Continental Classic semi-final, and this latest encounter only intensified that history.

From the opening bell, both competitors wasted no time engaging in a physical battle. Takeshita attempted to set up his Raging Fire finisher early, but Okada countered and sent him crashing to the outside with a dropkick. Okada continued targeting Takeshita’s back, repeatedly driving him into the barricade and the mat.

Takeshita responded with explosive offense, including a Tope Con Hilo to the outside and a series of powerful strikes. Back inside the ring, momentum shifted frequently, with both men countering signature moves. Okada looked for the Tombstone piledriver, but Takeshita reversed into a belly-to-back piledriver, keeping the match evenly contested.

The action spilled to the apron and floor, where Okada landed a Rainmaker and followed with a DDT. As Okada appeared ready to inflict further damage, Don Callis briefly intervened, urging restraint. However, that hesitation allowed Takeshita to regain control, spiking Okada with a Brainbuster on the floor.

Back in the ring, Takeshita continued to build momentum with a superplex and a German suplex. Okada fired back with a Tombstone, but Takeshita answered with a Blue Thunder Bomb. The closing stretch saw multiple near-falls, including Takeshita hitting a Rainmaker of his own and a jumping knee strike, but Okada refused to stay down.

The match reached its conclusion when Takeshita finally connected with Raging Fire, securing the pinfall victory.

With the win, Takeshita becomes a two-time AEW International Champion, marking a significant milestone in his AEW career and further establishing himself as one of the promotion’s top competitors.

After the match, Don Callis Family turned on Takeshita following the reurn of Kyle Fletcher.

Konosuke Takeshita Wins AEW International Title at Double or Nothing

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Cope and Cage Win AEW Tag Titles – AEW delivered a violent opening to Double or Nothing 2026 as FTR defended the AEW World Tag Team Championship against Adam Copeland and Christian Cage in an “I Quit New York Street Fight.”

The stakes were high from the start. FTR entered as champions after a recent title defense, while Copeland and Cage not only chased the titles but also fought to keep their partnership alive. A loss would have forced them to never team again.

The challengers received a strong reaction from the New York crowd as they made their entrance, while Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler walked in focused and ready for a fight. Once the bell rang, the match quickly turned into a chaotic brawl.

Weapons came into play early, with chairs, ladders, and even barbed wire used throughout the contest. Cage took control in the opening moments, targeting Harwood with aggressive offense, including driving him into barbed wire wrapped around the ropes. Despite the punishment, Harwood repeatedly refused to quit.

Copeland and Cage kept the pressure on, using belts and choking holds, but FTR fought back with equal intensity. Wheeler trapped Cage’s arm in a chair and stomped on it, while Harwood later capitalized on distractions to shift momentum.

The match escalated outside the ring, where Copeland was driven through a table after an assisted piledriver from FTR. Cage’s injured hand became a major target, with Wheeler smashing it against a cinderblock and Harwood crushing it further with a chair. Even then, Cage refused to submit.

As the fight continued, both teams exchanged brutal attacks. Copeland responded with a pair of spears, while FTR delivered a Shatter Machine to Cage. Interference from Stokely added another layer, as he attempted to tip the balance in favor of the champions.

The turning point came when Beth Copeland entered the scene. After taking out Stokely, chaos unfolded near a table that had been set on fire. In a miscue, Wheeler accidentally sent Stokely crashing through the flames.

Back in the ring, Harwood threatened Copeland with a Con-Chair-To and demanded he quit. Beth intervened, allowing Cage and Copeland to regain control. They applied a combined submission, but Harwood still refused to give up.

The match finally ended when Beth introduced Spike, handing it to Copeland. With the weapon added to the hold, Copeland cranked back as Cage maintained the pressure, forcing Harwood to finally say the words.

Copeland and Cage walked out as the new AEW World Tag Team Champions, surviving one of the most brutal matches of the night and keeping their team intact.

Cope and Cage Win AEW Tag Titles

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Mick Foley made his AEW debut during the Double or Nothing 2026 Zero Hour pre-show, where Foley appeared alongside Renee Paquette as a co-host. Shortly after, Tony Khan took to X, stating that the multi-time world champion had joined the company.

After making his entrance, Foley addressed the crowd and reflected on what the moment meant to him. He described being part of Double or Nothing as one of the biggest nights of his life, crediting AEW for reigniting his passion for professional wrestling. He also spoke highly of Khan, calling him a friend and expressing gratitude for being welcomed into the company.

Later in the pre-show, the segment took a turn when MJF stormed to the ring without music, shouting as Paquette exited, leaving him face-to-face with Foley. MJF mocked the crowd and shifted his focus to Darby Allin, comparing him to Foley and labeling both as underdogs who fall short when it matters most.

Foley responded by embracing his legacy and addressing MJF directly. “For a moment, let me take this in, I never thought I’d have a feeling like this again in my life, so thanks MJF for giving that gift to me. Yes, I lost a lot of matches… none of those matches did those happen in 2 minutes or less, that’s not a loss, it’s a disgrace.” He then challenged MJF to step up, adding that Allin was prepared not only to retain the AEW World Title but also to humiliate him. “He’s willing to retain the AEW Title and take your hair. You’ve got wavy hair, and tonight, you’ll wave it goodbye.”

The confrontation escalated when MJF delivered a low blow to Foley before attempting to flee. Allin quickly ran to the ring, forcing MJF to retreat. Foley, regaining control, continued his passionate speech and revealed he had only recently learned that he had inspired Allin’s career. He recalled watching Allin face Jon Moxley years ago and recognizing his potential.

Foley closed with a message aimed at Allin and fans alike, praising those who were never expected to succeed. “Like myself, you were the weird kid never picked for stardom… go out there and win one for the weird ones and show that you can be a legend. If I can quote an old friend of mine… Bang Bang Darby Allin Bang Bang!”

The segment added emotional weight to the main event buildup, while also marking a notable new chapter for Foley inside AEW.

Mick Foley Makes AEW Debut, Confronts MJF at Double or Nothing 2026

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