Elimination Chamber 2026: Key Matches and Stakes Ahead of Wrestlemania 42

Overview of Elimination Chamber 2026

The Elimination Chamber 2026 is set to unfold on Saturday, March 1, in Chicago, marking the last major event before Wrestlemania 42. Although the match card features only four bouts, the stakes are incredibly high. A total of six male and six female superstars will vie for a chance to compete for titles at Wrestlemania. The victor of the men's match will challenge Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship, while the winner of the women's match will face Jade Cargill for the WWE Women's Championship. All participants were confirmed during Raw leading up to the Chamber.

Match Previews

CM Punk vs Finn Balor
CM Punk will defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor at the Elimination Chamber. Punk has previously retained his title against Balor, making him the favorite heading into this match. Balor, a former Universal Champion, is anticipated to capture the Intercontinental Championship from Dominik Mysterio at Wrestlemania 42.

Becky Lynch vs AJ Lee
Becky Lynch will defend her Women's Intercontinental Championship against AJ Lee. Since defeating Lyra Valkaria, Becky has held onto her title and is not expected to lose it. However, AJ is poised for a significant Wrestlemania moment with a potential victory over Becky at this year's grand event.

Men's Elimination Chamber
Jey Uso has secured the final spot in the Men's Elimination Chamber match. Initially, Bronson Reed was favored to win the qualifying match but suffered an injury, allowing Jey to take his place. Other competitors include Randy Orton, LA Knight, Cody Rhodes, Jevon Evans, and Trick Williams. Cody is currently seen as the frontrunner to win and earn a title shot.

Women's Elimination Chamber
Raquel Rodriguez has claimed the last spot in the women's Elimination Chamber match, where she will compete against Rhea Ripley, Tiffany Stratton, Alexa Bliss, Asuka, and Kiana James. The winner will earn the opportunity to challenge Jade Cargill at Wrestlemania.