AEW has officially confirmed the first match for Double or Nothing 2026, and it came together during a backstage interview rather than a physical confrontation. During the April 16 episode of AEW Collision, Don Callis and Konosuke Takeshita were being interviewed backstage when Kazuchika Okada made his intentions clear. With tension between the two building for months, Okada stated that he wanted the match, making it clear he was ready to face Takeshita. Following the segment, it was confirmed that Okada will defend the AEW International Championship against Takeshita at Double or Nothing 2026, making it the first official match announced for the pay-per-view. The match comes after months of tension between Okada and Takeshita, with both men circling each other. AEW Double or Nothing 2026 is scheduled to take place on May 24 at Louis Armstrong Stadium in Flushing, New York. More matches are expected to be announced in the weeks ahead as AEW continues building the card. Ringside News will have full coverage of AEW Double or Nothing 2026 and will keep you updated when more matches are added. What do you think about Okada vs. Takeshita being announced as the first match for Double or Nothing 2026? Do you think this rivalry has been building long enough to deliver a standout match? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. G Add as a preferred source on Google
