WWE Backlash: Live results and analysis for Roman ...
Key takeaways
- In the main event, Roman Reigns makes his first defense of the newly acquired World Heavyweight Championship.
- Also on the card, Trick Williams and Sami Zayn continue their feud in a match for the men's United States Championship.
- Sachin Chandan breaks down all the action from WWE Backlash.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
Roman Reigns will face Jacob Fatu for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in the main event at Backlash on Saturday. WWEESPN staff May 9, 2026, 05:50 PM ETMultiple Authors Email Print Open Extended Reactions Following last month's flagship event for WWE -- Wrestle Mania 42 -- the promotion and its bevy of new champions turn their attention to the next premium live event, Backlash, which takes place at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa.
In the main event, Roman Reigns makes his first defense of the newly acquired World Heavyweight Championship. Reigns, who beat CM Punk to claim the title at WrestleMania, takes on his cousin, Jacob Fatu. Although the pair share the same blood, Fatu claims his time is now to take the belt and everything that comes with it.
Also on the card, Trick Williams and Sami Zayn continue their feud in a match for the men's United States Championship. Williams beat Zayn to earn the title at WrestleMania. And Seth Rollins takes on Bron Breakker, while Iyo Sky squares off with her former faction member Asuka. Also, The Miz and Kit Wilson will have a tag team match against Danhausen and a mystery opponent.