Speedball Mike Bailey discusses wrestling journey in YouTube Q&A
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
AEW star Mike Bailey shared insights into his journey to professional wrestling during a recent Q&A on his YouTube channel. He reflected on realizing his ambition to be a wrestler at age seven, despite early doubts stemming from not fitting the typical wrestler mold. Bailey credited independent wrestlers like Kevin Steen and El Generico for influencing his path and showing that success in wrestling is attainable outside of the mainstream. The video aims to inspire aspiring wrestlers by illustrating that diverse backgrounds can lead to successful careers.
- •Bailey is a former three-time X-Division Champion in TNA.
- •He has held AEW trios titles twice.
- •Bailey realized his passion for wrestling at age seven.
- •He found inspiration in independent wrestlers from Quebec.
- •Bailey's journey emphasizes the importance of relatability in wrestling careers.
- 3:00 PMWrestling Inc — AEW's Speedball Mike Bailey Reflects On Unlikely Road To Wrestling
"AEW star "Speedball" Mike Bailey reflected on his unlikely road to professional wrestling in a Q&A video on his YouTube channel.
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