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WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Predictions: Wrestling Inc. Picks The Winners
The Wrestling Inc. staff predicts the winners of all four matches at WWE Elimination Chamber 2026.
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 is nearly upon us, and the Wrestling Inc. staff is here to predict the winners of all four matches. The big questions are: Who will face the world champions at WrestleMania? The staff weighed in on the Women's Intercontinental title match between Becky Lynch and AJ Lee, the World Heavyweight Championship bout between CM Punk and Finn Balor, the Women's Elimination Chamber match, and the Men's Elimination Chamber match.
Why it matters
The Elimination Chamber pay-per-view is a key stop on the road to WrestleMania, as the winners of the two Elimination Chamber matches will earn world title shots at the biggest event of the year. The other two title matches also have major implications, as champions Becky Lynch and CM Punk look to defend their gold against tough challengers.
The details
In the Women's Intercontinental title match, the Wrestling Inc. staff believes Becky Lynch will retain her title against AJ Lee, despite Lee's recent success against Lynch. In the World Heavyweight Championship match, the staff overwhelmingly predicts CM Punk will defeat Finn Balor in Punk's hometown of Chicago. For the Women's Elimination Chamber match, the staff thinks Tiffany Stratton will emerge victorious and challenge Jade Cargill for the WWE Women's Championship at WrestleMania. And in the Men's Elimination Chamber match, 88% of the staff believes Cody Rhodes will win and earn a world title shot against Drew McIntyre.
- WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 will take place on February 27, 2026.
The players
Becky Lynch
The current WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion, defending her title against AJ Lee.
AJ Lee
A former Divas Champion challenging Becky Lynch for the Women's Intercontinental title in her hometown of Chicago.
CM Punk
The current WWE World Heavyweight Champion, defending his title against Finn Balor in Punk's hometown of Chicago.
Finn Balor
Challenging CM Punk for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
Tiffany Stratton
One of the participants in the Women's Elimination Chamber match, with the winner challenging Jade Cargill for the WWE Women's Championship.
Jade Cargill
The current WWE Women's Champion, awaiting her WrestleMania challenger.
Cody Rhodes
The predicted winner of the Men's Elimination Chamber match, earning a world title shot at WrestleMania.
Drew McIntyre
The current WWE World Heavyweight Champion, likely to defend his title against the winner of the Men's Elimination Chamber match at WrestleMania.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
