WWE Night of Champions 2026 full card: Cody Rhodes heads triple threat title match in Saudi Arabia

Night of Champions continues WWE’s long partnership with Saudi Arabia and delivers a clear path forward for several top storylines. With three titles in play and both King and Queen of the Ring tournaments reaching their conclusion, the event sets the table for SummerSlam and beyond.

Aachal Maniyar
Published27 Jun 2026, 09:47 PM IST
Cody Rhodes celebrates winning against Randy Orton (not pictured) during their Undisputed WWE Championship match on night one of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium. (file photo)
Cody Rhodes celebrates winning against Randy Orton (not pictured) during their Undisputed WWE Championship match on night one of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium. (file photo)(Getty Images via AFP)

WWE is set to return to Saudi Arabia this Saturday for Night of Champions. The premium live event will feature a six-match card packed with championship action and the finals of two major tournaments. Notably, three titles are on the line, and the winners of the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring will earn world championship opportunities at SummerSlam. The lineup blends long-running rivalries with high-stakes title fights, giving fans a clear picture of what to expect from the show.

Cody Rhodes to defend the Undisputed WWE Championship in triple threat

Cody Rhodes will put the Undisputed WWE Championship on the line against Gunther and Sami Zayn in a triple threat match. The three-way format will bring together established main-event stars and create new challenges for the champion.

Rhodes has carried the top title through several big nights, while Gunther and Zayn each bring their own strengths and history into the contest. This match sits at the center of the card and carries major implications for the world title picture heading into the summer.

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Bron Breakker vs Seth Rollins in steel cage match

Bron Breakker and Seth Rollins will meet inside a steel cage to settle their extended rivalry. The match has no title or tournament implications, yet it stands out as one of the most talked-about bouts of the night. The cage structure removes the chance of outside interference and forces both men to finish what they started. Their personal issues have played out over several months, making this a natural endpoint to their story on a major stage.

King of the Ring final: Jey Uso vs Oba Femi

Jey Uso will face Oba Femi in the King of the Ring final. Uso will carrythe momentum of The Bloodline and bring his signature energy to the match. Femi, on the other hand, has impressed with his size and power throughout the tournament. The winner will earn a world championship match at SummerSlam, giving the bout extra importance beyond the tournament crown itself.

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Queen of the Ring final: Liv Morgan vs Iyo Sky

Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan will take on Iyo Sky in the Queen of the Ring final. Both women are proven performers with strong fan support and technical skill. The winner will receive a world title shot at SummerSlam, adding real weight to the outcome.

Tiffany Stratton to defend Women’s United States Championship

Tiffany Stratton will defend the Women’s United States Championship against Jade Cargill. The matchup pits two athletes with power and presence against each other in the women’s midcard division. Stratton continues to build her resume as champion, while Cargill looks to claim gold on a major show.

Trick Williams to defend United States Championship

Trick Williams defends the United States Championship against Ricky Saints. Williams has connected quickly with live crowds since arriving on the main roster and enters the match as a popular figure on SmackDown. The defense gives Saints a big opportunity early in his main-roster run and adds another title match to the stacked card.

About the Author

Aachal Maniyar is a Senior Content Producer at LiveMint, where she covers US sports with a focus on major leagues, marquee events, and athlete-driven stories, while also reporting extensively on cricket and global sports. With over five years of first-hand journalism experience, she combines sharp editorial judgment with real-time sports storytelling across platforms. <br><br> Her reporting journey spans leading newsrooms including Thomson Reuters, India TV, BTVI, ET NOW, and CNBC TV18, where she has worked across breaking news, live match coverage, feature writing, interviews, video scripting, and anchoring. This multi-platform exposure has shaped her ability to deliver context-rich sports and business journalism tailored for both television and digital audiences. <br><br> Aachal has conducted and produced exclusive interviews with athletes and public figures such as India cricketer Dhruv Jurel, Indian women’s hockey captain Savita Punia, and industrialist Ratan Tata, along with several emerging and established sports personalities. Her body of work includes in-depth explainers, athlete profiles, emotionally resonant fan narratives, and data-backed match analysis across cricket, Olympic sports, and international competitions. <br><br> She holds a Master’s degree in Journalism from Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune, and believes in reporting that is grounded in accuracy, clarity, and credibility. Her philosophy is simple: sports journalism should go beyond scores and statistics, capturing the human stories, pressure moments, and decisions that shape the game and the people who play it.

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