WWE Backlash 2026 takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida — and if you need to know how to watch, what time it starts, and who is on the card, here is everything in one place. The show streams live on the ESPN app in the United States and on Netflix internationally, with the main card kicking off at 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT. John Cena is confirmed to appear and has teased a history-making announcement, while the main event sees Roman Reigns defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Jacob Fatu.
WWE Backlash 2026 Start Time, How to Watch, and Full Card
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Venue: Amalie Arena, Tampa, Florida
Start Time: 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT
How to Watch: ESPN app (ESPN Unlimited) in the US — Netflix internationally
Full Card:
- Roman Reigns (c) vs. Jacob Fatu — WWE World Heavyweight Championship
- Trick Williams (c) vs. Sami Zayn — WWE United States Championship
- Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker
- IYO SKY vs. Asuka
- Danhausen and mystery partner vs. The Miz and Kit Wilson
- John Cena appears with a history-making announcement
Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida hosts WWE Backlash 2026. The arena has a capacity of approximately 21,000 and has hosted numerous major WWE events over the years. Tampa is one of professional wrestling’s most passionate markets and figures to deliver an electric atmosphere for Saturday’s show. For more details visit WWE.com.
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