WWE Backlash 2026 features Roman Reigns defending his WWE World Heavyweight Championship title against Jacob Fatu. The event is highly anticipated following Reigns' recent victory at WrestleMania 42.
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WWE Backlash 2026 is here and the wrestling event is already turning out to be one of the most anticipated events of the season. Roman Reigns is put to the test as he defends his WWE World Heavyweight Championship title after just won the belt during WrestleMania 42. Now, he is set to go up against Jacob Fatu during WWE Backlash.
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You can watch WWE Backlash 2026 livestream through various streaming platforms that offer WWE events.
The match time for Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu at WWE Backlash 2026 will be announced closer to the event date.
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WWE Backlash kicks off on Saturday (May 9), beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with coverage starting at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT. The event takes place at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida.
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Although he’s not performing, rapper Lil Yachty is scheduled to appear The Gingerbread along side Trick Williams in a title match to defend his WWE United States Championship belt against Sami Zayn.
Meanwhile, John Cena is set to appear during the event to make a major announcement.
Check out the full WWE Backlash match cards, below.
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