All Elite Wrestling is on the road to their first pay-per-view of the year with AEW Revolution 2026 on March 15.
While there will be plenty of huge matches on the card, there should be some notable moments like debuting stars arriving in the company on the night.
From former WWE stars making the jump, to stars from around the wrestling world making their presence known, there could be any number of free agents who make their mark at Revolution in Los Angeles, California.
Here are nine potential debuts at AEW Revolution 2026.
9. Donovan Dijak
In mid 2024, Donovan Dijak shocked many fans in the wrestling world when he announced his departure from WWE.
In the year and a half since, Dijak has been making his name back on the independent scene and in Major League Wrestling.
Now holding the MLW World Tag Team Championships, it feels like Dijak has found solid footing in the company, but he could potentially sign with a major promotion since he is still officially a free agent.
Dijak debuting in AEW could be a key acquisition for the company and add someone who could work with anyone on the roster starting with his potential arrival at Revolution 2026.
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8. Bishop Dyer (Baron Corbin)
Speaking of Donovan Dijak, the former WWE star has formed a partnership with fellow WWE alum Baron Corbin in MLW.
Now known as Bishop Dyer, the former United States Champion has reinvented himself and shown a newfound motivation outside of the WWE bubble.
With his size, look and experience, Dyer is someone who could benefit any roster he is part of and play any role given to him by the company.
Dyer coming to All Elite Wrestling could give the promotion a different kind of character and performer that could make an immediate impact upon debuting at AEW Revolution 2026.
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7. Bea Priestley
Back in February 2025, Blair Davenport was released from WWE after a four-year run with the company.
Davenport did not waste any time to return to her Bea Priestley ring name and went over to Japan to come back to World Wonder Ring STARDOM.
Now back in the promotion she made a name for herself, Priestley has made it no secret that she is open to making a return to the United States and potentially All Elite Wrestling.
Making her re-debut in the company, Priestley could be a necessary addition to All Elite Wrestling at AEW Revolution 2026 with the women’s division expanding following the addition of Women’s Tag Team Titles at the end of last year.
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6. Calvin Tankman
Calvin Tankman has become one of the standout names currently on the independent scene.
With his size, look and agility, Tankman has turned a lot of heads and should be someone who signs a contract with a major promotion sooner rather than later.
Considering that several independent companies that he works for are closing down, it might be the right time for AEW to look at Tankman and bring him into the promotion.
Tankman signing with AEW and debuting at Revolution 2026 would be an excellent way of showing the world they are ready to invest in a young, up-and-coming star arriving in the company in a major way.
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5. Shotzi Blackheart
In May 2025, WWE had its latest slate of talent cuts with over 16 wrestlers being released or having their contract not renewed.
Among those names was Shotzi Blackheart, ending her six-year run with the company.
Not one to rest on her laurels, Shotzi immediately hit the ground running on the independent scene across several different promotions like GCW, HOG and more.
Shotzi debuting at AEW Revolution 2026 would be a huge moment that brings in a performer who is unique and brings something new to the women’s scene.
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4. Bullet Club War Dogs (David Finlay, Drilla Moloney & Clark Connors)
It is around this time of the year that stars from New Japan Pro Wrestling see their contracts expire and explore new opportunities outside of the promotion.
The biggest names that will see their New Japan contracts expire are the Bullet Club War Dogs’ David Finlay, Drilla Moloney and Clark Connors.
While they have not been featured as part of the company’s relationship with NJPW, AEW would be wise to consider bringing in this trio of elite talent from Japan.
Considering Gabe Kidd has become a regularly featured star on AEW TV, he could open the door for the Bullet Club War Dogs in the company with a major debut at AEW Revolution 2026.
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3. Dakota Kai
Speaking of those May 2025 WWE releases, no name was more surprising for those in the company and the fans than Dakota Kai.
The former WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion was considered one of the most underrated in-ring performers in the women’s division.
Since her WWE release, Kai has not appeared for any major promotions, but there have been teases for her arrival in STARDOM.
With signs pointing towards her arrival in Japan, fans might have to wait until March at AEW Revolution 2026 to see Dakota Kai debut on this stage.
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2. The Rascalz (Dezmond Xavier, Trey Miguel, Zachary Wentz & Myron Reed)
While there are plenty of names currently on the free agency market, there are even more that might be added in the weeks and months to come.
TNA Wrestling has quite a few stars whose contracts are set to expire in the early part of 2026.
Looking at who AEW decided to pick up in 2025 like Josh Alexander and Speedball Mike Bailey, it would not be surprising to see Tony Khan sign some talent that made their names in TNA in the new year.
Dezmond Xavier, Trey Miguel, Zachary Wentz and Myron Reed of The Rascalz are all set to become free agents and just fit the in-house style that AEW is known for, making them a no-brainer signing to debut at Revolution 2026 on March 15.
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1. Samantha Irvin
After leaving WWE in 2024, it was revealed that Samantha irvin is under a two-year non-compete clause from the company.
Getting let go from her contract early, Irvin agreed to the clause that should expire sometime in 2026.
When she is free, it feels like fans could see Irvin join her husband Ricochet in All Elite Wrestling.
Having her debut as the new manager of her husband, Samantha Irvin could add so much to Ricochet’s act in the company following a high profile debut at AEW Revolution 2026.
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