Who is the youngest WWE Money in the Bank?

 WWE's Money in the Bank (MITB) is one of the most exciting and career-changing events in professional wrestling. It provides an opportunity for superstars to win a briefcase containing a contract that guarantees a championship match at any time and place of their choosing. Over the years, several WWE superstars have claimed the MITB briefcase, but who holds the record as the youngest Money in the Bank winner?

The Youngest Money in the Bank Winner

The record for the youngest Money in the Bank winner belongs to Theory (formerly Austin Theory), who won the briefcase at Money in the Bank 2022 at just 24 years old. His victory made him the youngest superstar ever to achieve this feat, surpassing past winners like Randy Orton and Edge, who won at later stages in their careers.

Theory’s Path to Winning Money in the Bank

The theory was already seen as a rising star in WWE when he won the briefcase. He aligned himself with Vince McMahon during 2021 and early 2022, which significantly boosted his career. His talent, athletic ability, and confidence made him a standout competitor.

At the 2022 Money in the Bank pay-per-view, Theory was originally not scheduled to be in the match. However, after losing the United States Championship earlier in the night, WWE management added him as a last-minute participant in the men's MITB ladder match. This decision shocked the WWE Universe, as The Theory was already a controversial figure due to his association with McMahon.

Despite facing experienced opponents such as Drew McIntyre, Seth Rollins, and Riddle, Theory managed to climb the ladder and unhook the briefcase, cementing his place in WWE history.

How Did Theory Use His Money in the Bank Contract?

Winning the MITB contract is just one part of the story—successfully cashing in the contract is the next big step. Unfortunately for Theory, his MITB journey did not end in championship glory.

Instead of cashing in on a major title like the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, Theory made the unexpected decision to challenge Seth Rollins for the United States Championship in November 2022. His cash-in attempt failed when Bobby Lashley interfered, costing him the match and making him one of the few superstars to lose a MITB cash-in.

Other Young Money in the Bank Winners

Before Theory, the title of youngest MITB winner belonged to Randy Orton, who won the briefcase at Money in the Bank 2013 at the age of 33. Unlike Theory, Orton successfully cashed in his contract at SummerSlam 2013, defeating Daniel Bryan to become the WWE Champion.

Conclusion

At just 24 years old, Theory made history as the youngest Money in the Bank winner in WWE history. However, his failed cash-in prevented him from capitalizing on the opportunity. Despite the setback, The Theory’s win demonstrated WWE’s faith in his potential, and his career remains one to watch in the years to come.