Darby Allin has captured the AEW World Championship, following his victory over Andrade El Idolo at AEW Dynasty to earn the title shot. All Elite Wrestling shared highlights of the win with Sting. Allin faces Tommaso Ciampa in his first defense on Wednesday Night Dynamite.
Building on his win over Andrade El Idolo at AEW Dynasty, Darby Allin claimed the AEW World Championship on April 21, 2026, in a dramatic match. AEW posted: 'He proved it tonight. The rest is history,' featuring Sting in the aftermath. Follow Allin and Sting for exclusive post-victory moments. This marks a career milestone and historic moment for the promotion. Allin's first title defense is Wednesday, April 22, on Dynamite at 8 p.m. ET, live on TBS and Max against Tommaso Ciampa—a must-watch matchup.