The final major stop on the Road to WrestleMania 42 arrives later this month as WWE presents Elimination Chamber 2026. Broadcasting live from the raucous United Center in Chicago, Illinois, the event will determine the final main event players for the biggest show of the year in Las Vegas. With the stakes higher than ever and a new streaming era officially underway, here is everything you need to know to catch the action.
Date and Start Time
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Location: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
- Start Time: 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT (Kickoff Show likely starts one hour prior)
How to Watch: A New Era of Streaming
2026 marks a significant shift in how fans consume WWE Premium Live Events (PLEs). Please note the changes below, as Peacock is no longer the home for WWE in the United States.
- United States: Live streaming exclusively on ESPN+.
- International (Most Markets): Available via Netflix.
- Austria, Germany, Italy, Switzerland: Available on WWE Network.
- Sub-Saharan Africa: Available on SuperSport.
- Japan: Available on Abema.
Match Card Preview and Qualifiers
While the full card is still taking shape on Raw and SmackDown, the structure of the event is clear. Two Elimination Chamber matches—one for the men and one for the women—will headline the show, with championship opportunities at WrestleMania 42 on the line.
Men’s Elimination Chamber Match
Stakes: Winner challenges Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42.
Qualified Entrants:
- Randy Orton: “The Viper” was the first to punch his ticket, defeating Solo Sikoa and Aleister Black on SmackDown.
Upcoming Qualifiers/In the Hunt:
- Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu vs. Sami Zayn: A massive triple threat qualifier is set for the February 13 episode of SmackDown.
- Seth Rollins: Though currently rehabbing an injury, rumors persist that he could be involved if cleared in time.
Women’s Elimination Chamber Match
Stakes: Winner earns a women’s championship match at WrestleMania 42 (Champion TBD based on Royal Rumble winner Liv Morgan’s choice).
Qualified Entrants:
- Tiffany Stratton: “The Buff Barbie” secured her spot by defeating Lash Legend and Chelsea Green in a triple threat match.
Upcoming Qualifiers/In the Hunt:
- Alexa Bliss vs. Giulia vs. Zelina Vega: Taking place on the February 13 episode of SmackDown.
- Rhea Ripley: “Mami” is scheduled for a qualifying match on Raw.
Rumored Matches
- CM Punk vs. Finn Balor: Reports indicate this match has been proposed for the event. With Punk currently holding the World Heavyweight Championship and set to face Roman Reigns at Mania, this could be his final major test before Las Vegas.
- United States & Intercontinental Title Defenses: Expect the mid-card champions to be in action to fill out the undercard.
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