AEW’s Redemption 2026 features a show-opening ladder match in which Speedball Mike Bailey wins, according to multiple outlets. Both reports state that Bailey’s victory makes him the No. 1 contender for the AEW International Title. The match is described as a “thrilling” ladder bout, with Bailey emerging as the winner despite the match’s high-impact, multi-part format typical of ladder contests. The coverage frames the result as a significant step in Bailey’s near-term path toward the International Title, establishing his eligibility for a future championship opportunity. While both sources focus on the ladder match outcome, neither report provides additional details about other matches or broader show developments in the excerpts provided. Overall, the shared emphasis is on Bailey’s win and the resulting No. 1 contender status that follows the show-opening event at Redemption 2026.