AEW enjoyed a highly successful 2025, focusing on core elements that pleased fans, especially with their pay-per-view events. As the company moves into 2026, supporters can anticipate several changes shaping its future direction. From significant shifts to the comeback of popular wrestlers, AEW is poised to make enhancements that could surpass this year’s achievements. Here are seven potential changes expected in AEW for 2026.
7. The unified AEW championship may no longer exist.
Currently, attention is on the ongoing Continental Classic tournament, which follows Kazuchika Okada’s victory over Kenny Omega to claim the AEW unified championship, holding both the Continental and International titles. There has been much speculation about Okada defending the unified title, although only the Continental belt was defended at the C2 event. While Okada might triumph in the tournament, it seems plausible AEW might crown a new wrestler as the AEW Continental Champion, leaving Okada as the sole International Champion for a time.
Fan Take: This potential split in championships could inject fresh excitement and competitive dynamics into AEW, giving fans more storylines and rivalries to follow. It also signals AEW’s willingness to evolve its format, which is essential for keeping the sport engaging and unpredictable.
