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Speedball Mike Bailey discusses five-year U.S. visa ban

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 4:47 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Speedball Mike Bailey discusses five-year U.S. visa ban

Summary

Speedball Mike Bailey, a prominent AEW wrestler, spoke about his five-year ban from the U.S. due to an expired work visa during an interview with TMZ Sports. The ban occurred in 2015 when he attempted to enter the U.S. for wrestling while lacking proper documentation. Despite this setback, Bailey continued to compete internationally and eventually signed with TNA, where he secured a work visa. He has become a fan favorite in AEW, capturing Trios gold twice and currently engaged in a feud with members of the Don Callis Family. Bailey is set to compete in a ladder match for the number-one contender spot for the International Championship at AEW Redemption.

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Key Details

•Bailey banned from the U.S. in 2015 for using an expired visa.
•He continued wrestling in Japan, Europe, and Mexico during the ban.
•Bailey signed with TNA and obtained a work visa.
•He has held AEW Trios gold twice and is feuding with Don Callis Family.
•Bailey will compete in a ladder match at AEW Redemption.

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What they're saying

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Speedball Mike Bailey reflected on his five year ban from the U.S. due to traveling into the country without a work visa in an interview with TMZ Sports.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Samantha Schipman)

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