<p>The Road to WrestleMania reaches a critical turning point as WWE brings the heavy hitters to Chicago’s United Centre for a massive, Netflix special.</p> <p>WWE is the world’s biggest professional wrestling promotion and returns to Chicago with titles on the line, chaos on the agenda, and legacy up for grabs.</p> <p>There is no shortage of storylines going into <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/elimination-chamber-2026--10142933">WWE Elimination Chamber 2026;</a> the biggest stars on the roster face off, champions CM Punk and AJ Lee chase legacy and the elimination chamber brings an element of unbridled chaos.</p> <p>There is zero margin for error in the Elimination Chamber, where six fighters will face off to decide who moves on to <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wrestlemania">WrestleMania 42</a> in Las Vegas and who gets left behind in the Windy City.</p> <p>And who or <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/elimination-chamber-2026--10142933">what will be in the mystery crate</a> opened during the event? There have been whispers that Brock Lesnar might jump out, wait, how big is this crate?</p> <p>Whether you’re a fan or not, you can’t miss Aussie Rhea Ripley in action, bringing her WWE takeover direct to Netflix on Sunday, March 1 at 11:00AM AEDT.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Check out our WWE Elimination Chamber predictions below.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Men’s Elimination Chamber Match</h2> <p><strong>Sunday, March 1, 11:00am AEDT – United Centre</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Four superstars have already booked their place in the structure: Randy Orton, LA Knight, Cody Rhodes and rookie sensation Je’Von Evans.</p> <p>Two spots remain, but regardless of who fills them, all eyes are on the ‘American Nightmare.’</p> <p>Cody Rhodes enters as the overwhelming favourite, currently sitting as the likely candidate to headline WrestleMania 42. After losing his Undisputed Title at the turn of the year, Rhodes has been on a warpath, making him a terrifying prospect inside the ring of steel.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/elimination-chamber-2026--10142933">Cody Rhodes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Women’s Elimination Chamber Match</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The women’s field is filling up with Tiffany Stratton, Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, and Asuka already locked in. While two spots are still up for grabs this week on <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe">SmackDown</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/wwe-raw-10169265">Raw</a>, Mami Rhea remains the clear alpha of the pack.</p> <p>Ripley has firmly established herself as the WWE's most formidable force and one of the biggest stars in the promotion, recently capturing multiple championships.</p> <p>Rhea’s ruthless streak, history of championship dominance and ability to connect with the audience sees her likely to take this one out.</p> <p>Ripley is a bona fide star, and we expect her to bulldoze her five competitors in Chicago. Be sure to catch Rhea’s infamous ‘Riptide’ finisher in the Elimination Chamber.</p> <p>When she hits the Riptide, her opponents don’t just have a 'lump in their throat,' they’re taken straight to the dark side.</p> <p>Tune into Netflix to see the Aussie queen in action.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/elimination-chamber-2026--10142933">Rhea Ripley.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>CM Punk vs. Finn Bálor – World Heavyweight Championship</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you like your wrestling with a side of personal vendettas, this is the fight you can’t miss. The Second City Saint, CM Punk defends his gold on his home turf in Chicago.</p> <p>Bálor attacked Punk in Ireland to force this rematch after being accused of complacency. While Bálor is desperate to reclaim his top-tier status, CM Punk will have the Chicago crowd behind him in a big way, the veteran should prove too powerful for Bálor.</p> <p>We’re expecting Bálor will Go To Sleep during this clash with the legendary CM Punk.</p> <p>The champ should retain and confirm his date at WrestleMania with Roman Reigns.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/elimination-chamber-2026--10142933">CM Punk.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Becky Lynch vs. AJ Lee – Women’s Intercontinental Championship</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch is arguably the best heel in WWE right now, but she’s facing Chicago's own Black Widow AJ Lee in her first singles match in over a decade.</p> <p>The legendary AJ Lee is already 2-0 against Becky ‘The Man’ Lynch since her shock return, and the champion is clearly rattled.</p> <p>Lynch’s composure is out the window and anything could happen in this championship match between two veterans of the game.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>While Becky is a seasoned pro, the emotional homecoming for AJ Lee is a powerful motivator.</p> <p>We’re tipping a major title change in the Windy City and the hometown hero to get up.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/sports-novelties/wwe/elimination-chamber-2026--10142933">AJ Lee.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>How to Watch WWE Elimination Chamber 2026</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Catch the WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 live on Netflix, the exclusive home for all WWE Premium Live Events in Australia.</p> <p>The main card action kicks off on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 11:00am AEDT.</p>