WWE Elimination Chamber 2026: Orton and Ripley Secure WrestleMania Title Shots

The WWE Elimination Chamber event, held on February 28, 2026, delivered several significant outcomes, setting the stage for WrestleMania 42. Randy Orton and Rhea Ripley emerged victorious from their respective Elimination Chamber matches, earning coveted title opportunities at the upcoming WrestleMania event.

Ripley and Orton Punch Their Tickets to WrestleMania

Rhea Ripley won the women’s Elimination Chamber match, securing a championship match against Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42. Randy Orton achieved a stunning victory in the men’s Elimination Chamber, pinning Cody Rhodes – with assistance from Drew McIntyre – to earn his WrestleMania title shot.

McIntyre vs. Rhodes Set for Friday

Following the Elimination Chamber event, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced a match between Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes for this Friday. The winner of this bout will determine whom Orton faces at WrestleMania 42.

Rollins Returns and Lee Claims Championship Gold

The event as well featured the shocking return of Seth Rollins, who was revealed as the masked man attacking Logan Paul and aiding in his elimination from the Chamber. In other championship action, CM Punk retained his WWE World Heavyweight Championship with a hard-fought win over Finn Bálor. AJ Lee also made a triumphant return, defeating Becky Lynch to win the Women’s Intercontinental Championship – her first title win since 2014.

Danhausen Makes WWE Debut

Adding an unexpected element to the night, Danhausen made his WWE debut, appearing from a crate during the event. The debut was met with a mixed reaction from fans.

Key Results from Elimination Chamber 2026

• Randy Orton won the Men’s Elimination Chamber match, earning a title shot at WrestleMania 42.
• Rhea Ripley won the Women’s Elimination Chamber match, earning a title shot at WrestleMania 42 against Jade Cargill.
• CM Punk retained the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Bálor.
• AJ Lee defeated Becky Lynch to win the Women’s Intercontinental Championship.
• Seth Rollins was revealed as the masked man.
• Danhausen made his WWE debut.

WWE’s Elimination Chamber 2026 proved to be a pivotal event, building anticipation for WrestleMania 42 with significant victories and surprising returns.