'Risk it all': Darby Allin, AEW's diminutive daredevil champ, is riding this train until the wheels fall off
Darby Allin, the AEW World Champion, is known for his daring approach to wrestling and life. He has achieved remarkable feats, including climbing Mount Everest and holding the top title in All Elite Wrestling. As he prepares for a significant match at AEW Double or Nothing 2026, Allin reflects on his journey and the risks he has taken to pursue his passions.
- ▪Darby Allin is 5-foot-8 and weighs 180 pounds.
- ▪He delayed climbing Mount Everest after being hit by a bus.
- ▪Allin joined AEW in its early days, choosing it over WWE.
- ▪He is known for chasing thrills and pursuing impossible moments.
- ▪Allin is preparing for a major match at AEW Double or Nothing 2026.
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