WWE Night of Champions 2026: Updated Match Card, Predictions, and Rumors
The road to SummerSlam is officially running through Riyadh! WWE is heading back to the Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for Night of Champions: Riyadh.
With massive stakes on the line—including guaranteed world championship opportunities at SummerSlam for the tournament winners—the card is shaping up to be an absolute blockbuster.
Between high-stakes tournament finals and bitter grudge matches, this is a Premium Live Event you cannot afford to miss.
Here is a breakdown of the currently confirmed match card, what’s at stake, and my early predictions!
6/19 Updates
The Tournament Finals: High Stakes for SummerSlam
The biggest draw of the night revolves around the crowning of royalty.
The winners of both the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournaments won't just get a crown and a scepter—they punch a direct ticket to a World Championship match at SummerSlam.
Queen of the Ring Tournament Final
Iyo Sky vs. Liv Morgan
The Situation: The road to the crown has been paved with pure malice, and the finals at Night of Champions are officially set. Liv Morgan punched her ticket to Riyadh, but it came with a massive asterisk and an absolute ton of controversy. Before the bell could even ring on SmackDown, Charlotte Flair was brutally ambushed backstage by Michin and B-Fab, leaving "The Queen" severely hobbled.
In a testament to her legendary resilience, Charlotte fought through a grueling match on virtually one leg—but a ruthless, opportunistic Liv Morgan capitalized on the injury to seal the win. Now, the Women's World Champion heads to the finals with ultimate momentum, but a massive roadblock awaits her in IYO SKY.
"The Genius of the Sky" cruised into the finals after a masterclass performance against Raquel Rodriguez on Raw, and she is sharper, faster, and more dangerous than ever. With a guaranteed World Championship opportunity at SummerSlam hanging in the balance, will Liv’s master manipulation carry her to a royal coronation, or will IYO’s relentless aerial assault clip the champion's wings?
King of the Ring Tournament Final
Oba Femi vs. Jey Uso
The Situation: The brackets are locked, and the kingdom of Riyadh is about to witness a monumental collision between two eras and two vastly different forces.
"Main Event" Jey Uso survived an absolute aerial clinic from the sensational Je'Von Evans on SmackDown, punching his ticket to the finals and proving once again why he belongs at the top of the card.
But standing in his way is arguably the most terrifying mountain in all of WWE: Oba Femi. Femi has bulldozed his way through the tournament with terrifying ease, and he isn't just looking for a crown—he's looking to secure a guaranteed World Title shot at SummerSlam.
Jey will have the entire arena bouncing, but to become king, he is going to have to find a way to slay a literal giant who looks completely unstoppable.
Confirmed Grudge Matches & Championship Bouts
Undisputed WWE Championship Match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Gunther vs. Sami Zayn
The Situation: What was supposed to be a highly tactical, high-stakes rematch between Cody Rhodes and Gunther transformed into absolute anarchy on SmackDown. With Sami Zayn installed as the special guest referee, the powder keg finally exploded.
After enduring relentless mind games and a physical beatdown from "The Ring General," Zayn snapped—screwing Gunther with a lightning-fast count to give Cody the initial win. When SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis rightfully ordered a match restart, a totally unhinged Zayn took matters into his own hands, drilling Gunther with a devastating Helluva Kick and laying out the champion with his own gold.
Now, the landscape has completely shifted. What was a bitter one-on-one rivalry has erupted into a chaotic, emotionally charged Triple Threat match. Gunther is out for absolute vengeance, Sami has completely lost his mind, and The American Nightmare finds himself trapped in a warzone just to keep his Undisputed Title intact!
WWE United States Championship Match: Trick Williams (c) vs. Ricky Saints
The Situation: Trick Williams has been a fighting champion, but his biggest test yet awaits him in Riyadh. SmackDown's landscape is shifting rapidly, and with Ricky Saints officially punching his ticket after turning back Carmelo Hayes, the champion finds himself in the crosshairs of a dangerous, highly unpredictable challenger.
Saints is carrying an aggressive, chaotic momentum right now, meaning Trick will have to bring a completely different level of intensity to hold onto his gold. Whoever faces Trick, won’t be taking that title away from the champ. You can bet your Lemon Pepper Steppers on that!
Steel Cage Match: Bron Breakker vs. Seth "Freakin" Rollins
The Situation: This is pure, unadulterated violence. Bron Breakker has been an absolute wrecking ball, but Seth Rollins represents the ultimate veteran roadblock.
Locking these two inside fifteen feet of steel ensures that nobody is running away, and the ring might not survive the impact. Expect a physical masterpiece here, with Bron picking up the W.
WWE Women’s United States Championship Match: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill
The Situation: It’s Tiffy Time in Riyadh, but "The Storm" is rolling into Saudi Arabia with pure destruction on her mind. Tiffany Stratton has been riding high during her milestone reign as the Women’s United States Champion, but her past has officially caught up with her.
These two have a bitter history of trading gold, and ever since Jade Cargill shifted her sights back to SmackDown, she has made it her personal mission to terrorize the champion. After weeks of chaotic run-ins, backstage brawls, and absolute physical dominance from the former WWE Women's Champion, the match is official.
Tiffany's elite athleticism and standard center-of-the-universe confidence will face the ultimate strength and power test against a vengeful Cargill. Can Stratton find a way to escape with her title intact, or will Jade completely dismantle the center of the "Tiffy Stratosphere"?
How to Watch WWE Night of Champions 2026
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location: Kingdom Arena — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Start Time: Typically 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT (Perfect for afternoon viewing!)
Where to Stream: ESPN direct-to-consumer streaming service (United States) / Netflix (International Markets)
