6 surprising moments that may occur at AEW All In 2026 

The biggest event for AEW is on the horizon: All In 2026, and it could be an extravaganza of not only spectacular matches but also memorable, shocking moments. The Jacksonville-based wrestling promotion is set to take over Wembley Stadium in London, England, on August 30 to present All In, in front of at least 40,000+ wrestling fans.

Tony Khan and his creative regime have assembled one of the most stacked match cards featuring top attractions like Mercedes Moné, Will Ospreay, Kenny Omega, Swerve Strickland and more. At the same time, multiple rumors about top returns, a major debut, and other shockers could make this a highly successful pay-per-view for the company. So, here are six shocking moments that can happen at AEW All In 2026:

#6. Kyle Fletcher leaves the Don Callis Family

Kyle Fletcher will defend his AEW International Championship against Konosuke Takeshita and Kazuchika Okada in a 3-way bout at All In. With Don Callis evidently favoring Okada over Fletcher, the Protostar could defy the doubts and find a way to win and retain his title. In doing so, a shocking moment could see Fletcher sever all ties with the Don Callis Family and leave the faction to embark on his own path.

#5. The New Day debuts

The New Day are heavily rumored to make their shocking AEW debut at All In 2026. Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods (formerly alongside Big E as well) formed one of the most successful and accomplished factions during their time in WWE. However, in May 2026, Kingston and Woods left the company after refusing to restructure their deals with TKO, which included taking a major pay cut. Moreover, the former WWE Tag Team Champions recently became free agents, and their impending debut has been teased on AEW television for weeks.

In fact, they are speculated to be revealed as Swerve Strickland’s mystery partners at All In 2026, with the trio battling Hangman Adam Page and Brodido (Bandido and Brody King) for the AEW World Trios Championships. So, The New Day debuting at All In and walking out with gold on their first night is an expected shocker that can happen at the event.

#4. Britt Baker’s return

One of All Elite Wrestling’s top original stars, Britt Baker, could finally appear on television after almost two years away from the company. The Doctor’s last televised AEW appearance came on an episode of Dynamite in November 2024 where she wrestled Penelope Ford. Since then, Baker has been absent from Tony Khan’s company; yet he has spoken about her on multiple occasions. Meanwhile, a report suggested that Britt Baker’s name came up in discussions for the special Rebel Heart Dynamite episode in honor of AEW star Rebel, who is battling ALS.

So, Tony Khan could bring back Baker in a major shocker at their biggest event and then build her up for a top spot at the aforementioned Dynamite, since Baker and Rebel are real-life close companions and have been recently spotted together in multiple social media clips.

#3. Mercedes Moné fails to capture the AEW Women’s World title despite being a heavy favorite

Mercedes Moné is heading back to All In for the second straight year to challenge for the AEW Women’s World Championship, a title she has yet to win since debuting in 2024. The CEO failed last year, taking a crushing defeat at the hands of Timeless Toni Storm. This year at All In 2026, she will challenge her long-time rival, Willow Nightingale. Simultaneously, Mone is the heavy favorite heading into the match. However, a shocking turn of events could see Nightingale outlast Big D Mone and embarrass her once again by defeating her and retaining her title.

#2. Hometown hero Will Ospreay loses the main event

Will Ospreay will main event All In 2026 in his hometown of London, England. He will challenge Kenny Omega for the AEW World Championship. Heading into the bout, The Aerial Assassin is undoubtedly the favorite to emerge victorious. However, with Kenny Omega’s recent heel turn tease, Tony Khan might want to create a shocking moment that could agitate the audience and millions watching at home. This could see Khan flip the table and book Ospreay to lose in front of his hometown to build on Omega’s heel persona, which has become intriguing to watch on AEW television.

#1. Bayley spotted in attendance for All In 2026

Bayley has been the talk of the town ever since reports suggested that her WWE contract was coming up soon. The Role Model has not been seen on WWE television since Saturday Night’s Main Event in July and has been continuously cryptic with her real-life best friend, Mercedes Moné, regarding a potential signing with AEW. At the same time, her contract is not expected to end before All In 2026, so she is not expected to make a thunderous debut. However, a similar scenario from the 2023 All In could see cameras showing Bayley in attendance for the show. The former WWE Women’s Champion could show up in the crowd to support Mercedes Moné for her title match, and this could plant the seeds for her future signing with the Jacksonville-based wrestling company.