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WWE Backlash 2026 Preview: Confirmed Matches, Start Time and How to Watch

WWE Backlash 2026 will take place on May 9th at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida, with the pre-show starting at 4 PM ET and the main show at 6 PM ET. The event features Roman Reigns defending the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Jacob Fatu and Trick Williams defending the United States Championship against Sami Zayn. Other matches include Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker, IYO SKY vs. Asuka, and Danhausen & a mystery partner vs. The Miz & Kit Wilson.

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Fans Demand WWE Fire Nia Jax After Paige’s Bloody Injury on SmackDown

Paige suffered a bloody injury during a chaotic segment on the May 8 edition of WWE SmackDown involving herself, Brie Bella, Fatal Influence, Lash Legend, and Nia Jax, with the injury occurring when Jax used a microphone during the assault. Paige required stitches backstage and later posted photos of the bloodied wound on social media. Following the incident, numerous fans on social media called for WWE to fire Nia Jax, citing concerns about her in-ring safety record.

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WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Paige Shows Off Bloody Injury After SmackDown

WWE Women's Tag Team Champion Paige suffered a bloody head injury during SmackDown and has since shared an update about the injury. Paige showed off the bloody injury after the SmackDown episode.

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Paige Reveals Bloody Head Wound and Stitches After Chaotic WWE SmackDown Segment

Paige suffered a head wound during a chaotic SmackDown segment that required stitches backstage after the show. The WWE Women's Tag Team Champion posted photos on social media showing blood running down her face and the wound being treated, referencing Lina Fanene in her post saying "welcome back b*tch." The injury occurred during a confrontation involving multiple women's division teams, including Fatal Influence, Lash Legend, and Nia Jax, but Paige finished the segment before revealing the aftermath online.

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WWE Roasted By Fans For Using AI Slop During 5/8 SmackDown

WWE faced criticism from fans for using AI-generated artwork during the May 8 episode of SmackDown, which featured a funeral for The Gingerbread Man mascot character. The company used AI artwork on posters during a wake segment and in a tribute video played by Trick Williams, with fans expressing disappointment and calling for WWE to hire real graphics artists instead. X added a community note to WWE's posted video stating it was created with AI and should be labeled as such.

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Gingerbread Man Funeral Ends With The Dead Rising During 5/8 WWE SmackDown

The May 8 episode of WWE SmackDown featured a funeral for the Gingerbread Man character, with Trick Williams conducting the ceremony before being interrupted by Sami Zayn, who attacked Williams and proclaimed he would see him at Backlash. The segment concluded with the Gingerbread Man rising from his casket and revealing himself to be rapper Lil Yachty, who attacked Zayn with a cane before Williams hit his finishing move.

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WWE NXT Viewership & Ratings Report, 5/5/2026

WWE NXT's May 5, 2026 episode saw increased viewership and ratings compared to the previous week. The show featured many debuts and surprises during the broadcast.

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Jade Cargill Makes Surprise Return During 5/8 WWE SmackDown

Jade Cargill made a surprise return during the May 8 episode of WWE SmackDown, helping Fatal Influence defeat Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, and Alexa Bliss in a six-woman tag team match. After the match, Cargill confronted Alexa Bliss in the corner and delivered a punt kick to Rhea Ripley when she tried to intervene.

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GUNTHER Joins WWE SmackDown, Appears Set For Title Match With Cody Rhodes At Italy PLE

GUNTHER has joined the WWE SmackDown roster. He appears to be positioned for a title match against Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes at WWE Clash in Italy.

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Paul Heyman Reveals Favor He Did For GUNTHER During 5/8 WWE SmackDown

Paul Heyman revealed on the May 8 episode of WWE SmackDown that he owed GUNTHER a favor, which involved getting him an Undisputed World Title match against Cody Rhodes at WWE Clash in Italy. The segment featured Heyman presenting a contract for the match, followed by GUNTHER attacking Rhodes and applying a sleeper hold before Rhodes escaped.

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Paul Heyman’s Favor To GUNTHER Is Undisputed WWE Championship Match Against Cody Rhodes At Clash In Italy

Paul Heyman's favor to GUNTHER is an Undisputed WWE Championship match against Cody Rhodes at the Clash In Italy premium live event. GUNTHER will challenge Rhodes for the title at the event.

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Tiffany Stratton Wins First WWE Women's US Title Defense On SmackDown

Tiffany Stratton successfully defended the WWE Women's US Title against Giulia on the April 24 episode of SmackDown. This marked Stratton's first title defense since winning the championship.

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