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Callum Newman trashes newest addition to Will Ospreay’s AEW United Empire
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AI Story Summary
What happened?
Callum Newman publicly criticized the newest AEW addition to Will Ospreay’s United Empire after Mike Bailey was revealed on AEW Dynamite. Newman, who handles United Empire business in NJPW, tweeted that the group is "a joke" and implied he would be expected to "lock in and make it good again." Other United Empire members, including Francesco Akira and Henare, welcomed Bailey, highlighting a split reaction within the faction.
Key Takeaways
- Mike Bailey was added to Will Ospreay’s AEW United Empire on AEW Dynamite.
- Callum Newman publicly criticized the addition on social media, calling the group "a joke."
- Newman oversees United Empire matters in NJPW while Ospreay expands the faction in AEW.
- Francesco Akira and Henare responded positively and welcomed Bailey to the group.
- The reaction reveals differing opinions among United Empire members about the new signing.
AI Timeline
AEW Dynamite reveal
Mike Bailey was introduced as the newest member of Will Ospreay’s AEW United Empire.
Sept 24, 2026
Callum Newman tweeted criticism of Bailey joining, calling the group "a joke" and suggesting he'll be asked to fix it.
Immediate faction response
Francesco Akira and Henare publicly welcomed Mike Bailey to the United Empire.
Sept 26, 2026
Cageside Seats reported on the split reactions within the United Empire to Bailey’s addition.
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Cageside Seats
Timeline
Sep 26, 7:00 PM
Cageside Seats • AEW
Will Ospreay and Callum Newman aren’t seeing eye to eye as leaders of the United Empire. Newman handles faction business in NJPW, and Ospreay is expanding ranks within AEW. The newest addition for Ospreay’s group is Mike Bailey, as revealed on Dynamite. Apparently, Speedball is a divisive wrestler among fans. Newman sides with the critics. The Prince of Pace chimed in on social media with negativity for the the new United Empire mate. “Cool. The group is a joke again. Can’t wait to be asked to lock in and make it good again.” Cool The group is a joke again Can’t wait to be asked to lock in and make it good again https://t.co/MUssLETaor — Callum newman カラム・ニューマン (@PrinceofpaceCN) September 24, 2026 That was cold from Newman. Other members don’t share the same opinion. Francesco Akira and Henare welcomed Bailey to the United Empire. 🌍 🇬🇧 🏴 🇲🇳 🇳🇿 🇮🇹 🇲🇽 🇯🇵 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🌎 No other team dominates the entire world like we do.#UnitedEmpire — HENARE (@HenareNZ)