WWE Backlash 2026: Full schedule, start timings, how to watch, and more

WWE Backlash will be the next Premium Live Event for the Stamford-based promotion on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida. It is set to feature top-tier matches from storylines culminating after the post-WrestleMania season, featuring names like Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, IYO Sky, and more. Furthermore, John Cena has also been announced to make an appearance at the show to deliver an announcement. The Never Seen 17 followed it up with a post on X saying that his announcement will shock WWE to its foundation. So, here is a detailed look at the full schedule, start times, and how to watch the show.WWE has announced a total of five matches to take place at the 2026 edition of Backlash.The WWE Universe in the USA and Canada can watch Backlash live on ESPN. For fans in international countries, they can tune in to watch the PLE on Netflix.WWE Backlash 2026 will air according to different time zones on ESPN and Netflix.While it has not been made official, the main event for WWE Backlash 2026 is expected to be Roman Reigns defending his World Heavyweight Championship against Jacob Fatu. The OTC won the title from CM Punk in the main event of WrestleMania 42 Night 2. On the RAW after WrestleMania, Fatu came out to confront Reigns and set his sights on the World title. Reigns accepted the match the following week; however, Fatu has been able to gain the upper hand on him most every week, leaving him lying on the mat. However, it will not be an easy task for Fatu to dethrone a megastar like Reigns. With Backlash approaching, it remains to be seen which Samoan superstar will walk out with the World title.Also read: WWE releases 2026: List of all superstars, statements post-firing by TKO and more