WWE Elimination Chamber 2026: Date, Results, Streaming on Netflix

Few things in WWE spark a debate quite like the Elimination Chamber, and the 2026 edition brought a twist that went beyond the steel. For the first time, the event streamed live on Netflix internationally, while U.S. fans had to flip to ESPN (Decider – entertainment and streaming news outlet) — a split that changed how millions watched.

Event date: February 28, 2026 ·
Venue: United Center, Chicago, Illinois ·
Edition: 16th Elimination Chamber ·
Women’s Elimination Chamber winner: Rhea Ripley ·
Streaming platform: Netflix (international)

Where can I watch the Elimination Chamber 2026?

For U.S. fans, the old Peacock routine is gone. The 2026 Elimination Chamber streamed live exclusively on ESPN via ESPN Unlimited — not on Netflix, Peacock, or YouTube TV (Decider – entertainment and streaming news outlet). International viewers, meanwhile, turned to Netflix, which carried the event live in over 40 countries including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, the UK, and Japan (Netflix Tudum – official streaming platform announcement).

Official streaming platforms

• United States: ESPN (via ESPN Unlimited subscription) live — NOT on Peacock, NOT on Netflix, NOT on YouTube TV (Decider – entertainment and streaming news outlet)
• International: Netflix live in 40+ countries including UK, Canada, Australia, Mexico, Japan, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia (Netflix Tudum – official streaming platform announcement)
• Germany: Promoted as “No Escape: Chicago” on Netflix

Regional availability and timezones

• US Eastern: 8:00 PM ET
• US Pacific: 5:00 PM PT
• UK: 1:00 AM GMT (March 1)
• India: 6:30 AM IST (March 1)
• Japan: 10:00 AM JST (March 1)
• Australia (Sydney): 12:00 PM AEDT (March 1)

The implication: fans in Asia-Pacific had a Sunday morning window, while European viewers needed to stay up late. The streaming split means regional start times now depend on which platform you use, not just which time zone you’re in.

Will Elimination Chamber 2026 be on Netflix?

Yes — but only if you live outside the United States. Netflix confirmed it would stream Elimination Chamber 2026 live internationally, marking the first time a WWE Elimination Chamber event was carried by the streaming giant (Netflix Tudum – official streaming platform announcement).

Netflix as the international home

Netflix became the official international home of WWE’s premium live events earlier in 2025, and Elimination Chamber 2026 was the first test of that arrangement for a major non-WrestleMania PPV. The event was available to all Netflix subscribers in participating countries at no additional cost above the standard subscription fee (Netflix Tudum – official streaming platform announcement).

“The event was available to all Netflix subscribers in participating countries at no additional cost above the standard subscription fee.”

— Netflix Tudum, official streaming platform announcement

What the Netflix deal includes

The deal covers all WWE premium live events, weekly shows like Raw and SmackDown, and the full WWE library in international markets. In the U.S., however, the arrangement is different: ESPN secured the rights for Elimination Chamber 2026 specifically, while Peacock retains the broader WWE Network content library for U.S. subscribers (Decider – entertainment and streaming news outlet). The WWE Network itself has been phased out in several regions, though it continues in select markets.

The pattern: WWE is testing a region-specific streaming strategy that could reshape how future PPVs are distributed. For fans in the UK, Australia, or Japan, the Netflix route is straightforward. For American viewers, the ecosystem is more fragmented than ever.

Who won the 2026 Elimination Chamber?

Two Elimination Chamber matches headlined the card, each with major WrestleMania 42 implications. The winners earned championship opportunities at the biggest show of the year.

Women’s Elimination Chamber winner

Rhea Ripley won the Women’s Elimination Chamber Match, earning a match for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42 (Wikipedia – established editorial reference). Ripley’s victory was the opening bout of the main card and set the tone for the night.

Men’s Elimination Chamber winner

Randy Orton won the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match, earning a match for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42 (Wikipedia – established editorial reference). The match featured a controversial moment when a mystery crate — a new Elimination Chamber gimmick — was brought into the ring, releasing a masked assailant later revealed to be Seth Rollins, who attacked Orton’s opponents and altered the match’s outcome.

“Randy Orton and Rhea Ripley earned championship opportunities at WrestleMania 42 after winning their respective Elimination Chamber matches.”

— WWE Official, primary event source

Other match results

• CM Punk defeated Finn Bálor to retain the World Heavyweight Championship (WWE Official – primary event source)
• AJ Lee defeated Becky Lynch (details from WWE.com)
• Additional matches listed on WWE.com and Wikipedia

Why this matters: The Orton-Rollins storyline now carries into WrestleMania, while Ripley’s win re-establishes her as the top contender in the women’s division. Two winners, two very different paths to the championship.

What is the match card for Elimination Chamber 2026?

The card featured two Elimination Chamber matches plus several high-profile singles bouts. Here’s the confirmed lineup based on official sources (Wikipedia – established editorial reference).

Confirmed matches

Participants and champions

Six men, six women entered the respective Chamber matches. Participants for the men’s match included Randy Orton, Seth Rollins (as the masked crate entrant), and four additional competitors listed on WWE.com (WWE Official – primary event source). The women’s match featured Rhea Ripley alongside five other competitors.

The catch: the mystery crate gimmick — a large box brought to ringside during the men’s Chamber match — introduced an element of unpredictability that had never been seen before in an Elimination Chamber. It released Rollins, who wasn’t an official entrant but wore a mask and attacked multiple participants. The device added a theatrical layer that fits WWE’s storytelling but also raised questions about match integrity among purist fans.

Where is the Elimination Chamber 2026 being held?

The event took place at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on February 28, 2026 (Wikipedia – established editorial reference). The venue, known as the home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, has hosted WWE events in the past, including Survivor Series and Monday Night Raw tapings.

Venue details

• Venue: United Center
• Address: 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612
• Capacity: Approximately 20,000 for WWE events
• Parking: Multiple lots available; public transit via CTA Madison bus and Green/Pink Line

City and state information

Chicago has been a recurring host city for WWE premium live events, including past Elimination Chamber editions. The United Center’s central location in the Near West Side neighborhood makes it accessible for fans traveling from across the Midwest. The event was the 16th Elimination Chamber overall and the first to be held in Chicago since 2023 (Wikipedia – established editorial reference).

The implication: Chicago remains a stronghold for WWE events, and the venue’s central location made it accessible for fans across the Midwest.

Timeline: Key moments for Elimination Chamber 2026

For a broader look at the championship landscape heading into the event, check out WWEs 2026 guide and champions for details on current titleholders and upcoming matchups.

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