What Time Does WWE Backlash 2026 Start? Preview, Full Card

WWE Backlash 2026 Final Match Card

World Heavyweight Championship
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Jacob Fatu

Singles Match
Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker

United States Championship
Trick Williams (c) vs. Sami Zayn

Singles Match
IYO SKY vs. Asuka

Tag Team Match
Danhausen and a mystery partner vs. The Miz and Kit Wilson

Who Will Be Danhausen’s Mystery Partner?

WWE has a chance to create another memorable moment in Danhausen’s PLE debut. Given the spotlight, the mystery partner feels like an opportunity for a return, debut, or legend appearance.

My pick? If CM Punk is indeed headed to SmackDown, Backlash would be a natural place for him to return from his brief post-WrestleMania hiatus. Pairing him with his real-life friend Danhausen would deliver an instant crowd-pleasing moment.

What Will John Cena’s Announcement Be?

Cena has been heavily involved in promoting Club WWE, the company’s new fan rewards platform. WWE has already revealed some details, but fan interest has been lukewarm.

Because Cena has personally pushed this announcement on social media, it feels like it needs to be bigger than a standard promotional rollout. If it is tied to Club WWE, WWE will need to reveal something tangible that fans actually want. Otherwise, the “insider” concept may be a tough sell—especially to a global audience.

Is Backlash on Netflix?

Backlash will stream on Netflix internationally. In the United States, the event streams on ESPN Unlimited, with the first hour simulcast on ESPN2.

Subscription packages for ESPN Unlimited start at $29.99 per month.