AEW ELITE 15 2026: POST Double or Nothing Rankings

Welcome back to the Elite 15. Using a carefully selected criteria to Power Rank the Top 15 most Elite of All Elite Wrestling. This will help show us who AEW are keeping look strong on our screens. We’ll only cover the top 30, but give the Elite 15 a major feature.

THIS YEAR, instead of monthly, we will be doing an Elite 15 after every 2nd PPV by AEW. We did the first rankings after Revolution, since then we’ve had Dynasty and Double or Nothing, it’s time to get into the rankings.

Criteria

Are they a Champion? + 10 for a Singles Champion and +5 for a Tag or Trios Champion.
Win/Loss record: +1 for a win -1 for a loss.
PPVWins/PPVAppearances: +3 for a win and +1 for making it to a PPV.
Tournament Wins: +2 for winning any match considered a Tournament match.
Win %: If you have a 100% record, that’s 10 points. 83.8% record, that’s 8.3 points.

So first, the wrestlers that just fell short of the top 15.

30. Mike Bailey – 11.2
29. Brody King – 12.2
28. Okada – 12.3
27. Alex Windsor – 13.5
26. Statlander – 13.9
25. Mistico – 15
24. FTR – 18.1
23. Hangman – 19
22. Christian – 19.5
21. Cope – 19.5
20. Swerve Strickland – 19.5
19. Jack Perry – 20.2
18. Willow Nightingale – 20.5
17. Kyle Fletcher – 21
16. Andrade – 21.3

3way TIE for 13. KONOSUKE TAKESHITA

A wrestler holding a championship belt, posing confidently with a finger pointed, wearing a black outfit with shiny details against a colorful background.

Champion?: YES = 10
Wins: 6 = 6
Losses: 6 = -6
PPVWins: 1 = 3
PPVApps: 4 = 4
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 50 = 5
TOTAL: 22

Konosuke Takeshita is one of my favourite wrestlers in AEW. I’m so happy he finally conquered Okada and WHAT A MATCH! Konosuke is incredible and honestly, he could be a World Champion by the end of this year, or maybe next! But soon enough he will be a World Champion!

3way TIE for 13. TONI STORM

A glamorous figure with short blonde hair and bold red lipstick, dressed in elegant attire with elaborate jewelry, poses with crossed arms against a colorful abstract background.

Champion?: NO = 0
Wins: 8 = 8
Losses: 2 = -2
PPVWins: 2 = 6
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 80 = 8
TOTAL: 22

Toni Storm is someone I am missing from AEW TV. She hasn’t been seen in AEW since Revolution but holds a position after a very impressive start to the year. I wish her the best in her personal life, and eagerly await her return.

3way TIE for 13. MARK DAVIS

A muscular wrestler with a beard holding a championship belt, making a gesture while standing in front of a colorful, stylized background.

Champion?: YES = 10
Wins: 12 = 12
Losses: 8 = -8
PPVWins: 0 =0
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 66.6 = 6.6
TOTAL: 22

Mark Davis has been such a hand this year for AEW. Now he’s been rewarded with the AEW National Championship. As an Aussie I’m very proud, the man has a win over Ospreay for goodness sake! Lets go DUNKZILLA!

12. KYLE O’REILLY

Champion?: YES = 5
Wins: 5 = 5
Losses: 1 = -1
PPVWins: 1 = 3
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 =0
Win %: 83 = 8.3
TOTAL: 22.3

Kyle O’Reilly is back in AEW after an injury last year, which came at an unfortunate time, having him just beat Moxley twice in incredible fashion. Unfortunately he wasn’t able to do it at Double or Nothing but he’s still been incredible and I’m very happy to see him back!

11. YOUNG BUCKS

Two professional wrestlers, The Young Bucks, are posed against a colorful, dynamic background with a gradient of blue and red. One wrestler is shirtless with a muscular build, wearing a headband, while the other is dressed in a black jacket with colorful designs.

Champion?: NO = 0
Wins: 12 = 12
Losses: 5 = -5
PPVWins: 2 = 6
PPVApps: 3 = 3
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 70.5 = 7
TOTAL: 23

Young Bucks are finally in the Elite 15, not FTR this time but we still have tag team representation. Bucks have been picking up win after win after win and that’s why they’re here. Will we see Bucks vs Cope and Cage soon? Maybe add FTR and add TLC to the title? Just a little fantasy booking…

10. RODERICK STRONG

Champion?: YES = 5
Wins: 8 = 8
Losses: 4 = -4
PPVWins: 2 = 6
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 66.6 = 6.6
TOTAL: 23.6

Roderick Strong may come as a surprise but NECK STRONG Roderick Strong has been picking up a ton of wins and now even holds Trio’s gold! Very happy for Roddy, I’ve never not enjoyed a match of his.

9. MEGAN BAYNE

Champion?: YES = 5
Wins: 12 = 12
Losses: 3 = -3
PPVWins: 1 = 3
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 80 = 8
TOTAL: 27

Megan Bayne is one half of the Women’s Tag Team Champions and she’s been unstoppable. Partnering with Lena Kross instead of Penelope Ford has looked seamless and I’m happy she found someone and didn’t lose her position in the show. Who can possibly stop the Divine Dominion?

8. TOMMASO CIAMPA

Champion?: NO = 0
Wins: 16 = 16
Losses: 4 = -4
PPVWins: 3 = 9
PPVApps: 3 = 3
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 80 = 8
TOTAL: 28

Ciampa is here in AEW! He is also having a blast doing it! You can see the man is happier here and he wasn’t before. Can he continue to transfer his character from NXT in AEW? I hope so. I’ve loved everything so far, cant wait for more.

7. LENA CROSS

A confident female wrestler with purple hair and bold makeup poses in a stylish wrestling outfit featuring black and purple colors, showcasing her distinct accessories against a vibrant, colorful background.

Champion?: YES = 5
Wins: 10 = 10
Losses: 0 = 0
PPVWins: 1 = 3
PPVApps: 1 = 1
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 100 = 10
TOTAL: 29

Lena Cross has taken this opportunity and made it her own. Dominating the Women’s Tag Title scene with Bayne. She’s the only undefeated wrestler on this list and as an Aussie myself I couldn’t be happier for her.

6. DARBY ALLIN

A muscular male wrestler with half of his face painted to resemble a skull. He has short, blonde hair and is wearing a chain necklace. His torso is bare, showing a tattoo on his chest that reads 'Nothing means anything till you're underground'. The background features colorful, abstract patterns.

Champion?: NO = 0
Wins: 16 = 16
Losses: 3 = -3
PPVWins: 2 = 6
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 84 = 8.4
TOTAL: 30.4

Darby Allin was almost challenging for the top spot on this list before Double or Nothing. This man has given all us fans some incredible matches over the past year and I appreciate the shit out of him for it. His story of resilience and never changing who you are despite some success, it was beautiful. I hope we see more title reigns from Darby.

5. KEVIN KNIGHT

Champion?: YES = 10
Wins: 15 = 15
Losses: 8 = -8
PPVWins: 2 = 6
PPVApps: 2 = 2
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 65 = 6.5
TOTAL: 31.5

Kevin Knight has been a real standout this year. I’m very invested in what he does now after his heel turn and he still has eyes on MJF and that world title, but Fletcher has eyes on Kevins belt. What’s going to happen next? I’m not sure but is Kevin Knight about to have a massive push like Kyle Fletcher has had the last two years? Everything is lining up for just that.

4. ORANGE CASSIDY

Champion?: YES = 5
Wins: 15 = 5
Losses: 5 = -5
PPVWins: 3 = 9
PPVApps: 3 = 3
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 76 = 7.6
TOTAL: 35.6

Orange is still wrestling a lot and winning a lot. He even won a belt!

3. THEKLA

A confident individual holding a championship belt, posing against a colorful, abstract background. The belt is elaborately designed with gold details, and the person is wearing a black outfit with bold accessories.

Champion?: YES = 10
Wins: 11 = 11
Losses: 4 = -4
PPVWins: 3 = 9
PPVApps: 3 = 3
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 73 = 7.3
TOTAL: 36.3

Thekla is just outstanding. Love her on the mic, lover her in the ring, she’s a personal favourite of my wife and I. Such a great addition to the roster in AEW and I hope she holds the belt until Wembley.

2. MJF

A man wearing a blue patterned suit holds a championship wrestling belt, smiling confidently. He has a scarf draped around his neck and a watch on his wrist, set against a colorful abstract background.

Champion?: YES = 10
Wins: 7 = 7
Losses: 3 = -3
PPVWins: 4 = 12
PPVApps: 4 = 4
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 70 = 7
TOTAL: 37

MJF is our new and the one of only 8 men to hold the World Championship in a major promotion by the age of 30. MJF is a special case, truly one of the best in the world. I’m very excited to see if he can hold that belt until Wembley, MJF v Ospreay is a massive match but we’ve done that already? Let’s wait and see!

1. JON MOXLEY

Professional wrestler posing with a championship belt, showing a determined expression in front of a colorful background.

Champion?: YES = 10
Wins: 19 = 19
Losses: 3 = -3
PPVWins: 3 = 9
PPVApps: 4 = 4
Tourn.Ws: 0 = 0
Win %: 86 = 8.6
TOTAL: 47.6

Jon Moxley is still our No.1 one and is anyone shocked? Moxley is the ACE of AEW and probably on the best run of his life right now. You turn on Dynamite, Moxley is there and right now he’s firing on all cylinders. How long will he remain at No.1? I think the next rankings he will still be here but after that? I’m not so sure

This concludes our list. We will track everyone’s results and bring together a new Elite 15 soon! See you after AEW Redemption!