6 Things WWE subtly told us at Elimination Chamber 2026

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In this article, we will look at six things WWE subtly told us at the Chicago PLE this year.

#6. WWE has given up on the former Women’s Champion

Alexa Bliss competed in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match. However, The Goddess failed to secure the victory and was eliminated early. The 34-year-old star’s quick elimination subtly suggests that WWE has given up on the former Women’s Champion.

Bliss is one of the most popular stars in the women’s division. Despite this, her poor booking isn’t a good sign for her future.

#5. AJ Lee vs. Becky Lynch 2 at WrestleMania 42

AJ Lee dethroned Becky Lynch to become the new Women’s Intercontinental Champion. The Geek Goddess won the match by submission.

In the aftermath, Becky Lynch was visibly frustrated by the loss. However, the title change subtly confirms that WWE is planning a rematch between them at WrestleMania 42. The Man may soon challenge the former Divas Champion for a rematch, leading to a bout at this year’s Showcase of the Immortals.

#4. Danhausen might portray a heel character

After leaving AEW, Danhausen debuted in the sports entertainment juggernaut at Elimination Chamber. This came when the ex-AEW star came out of the mystery crate. Meanwhile, the arrival wasn’t well-received by the fans, as Danhausen drew major boos from the live crowd.

The negative reaction at the PLE could shape the future direction of the newly debuted star. It may lead to Danhausen becoming a heel, particularly after the negative reaction at Chamber.

#3. Seth Rollins WrestleMania 42 opponent revealed

Seth Rollins made his comeback at the Elimination Chamber PLE, where he revealed himself as the mystery attacker after costing Logan Paul.

With Bron Breakker still out due to a real-life injury, the former Vision leader’s WrestleMania opponent remains a big question. The developments so far at the Chicago PLE subtly confirm Rollins vs. Logan’s direction for ‘Mania.

#2. Finn Balor’s face turn tease

CM Punk defeated Finn Balor and retained his World Heavyweight Championship in front of his hometown crowd. After the match, The Judgment Day member offered a handshake to The Second City Saint.

After a split second of hesitation, Punk and Balor shook hands in mutual respect. Usually, heel stars don’t engage in such interactions with babyface talents. However, this interaction between Balor and Punk subtly teases Balor’s heroic turn, and it may unfold before ‘Mania this year.

#1. Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes could be on the cards for WrestleMania 42

Cody Rhodes failed to win the Men’s traditional Chamber match, but an unexpected twist was announced after the PLE. Nick Aldis declared that, because McIntyre cost Rhodes in the Chamber match, he will defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against The American Nightmare on Friday Night SmackDown.

This sudden title match announcement subtly suggests that WWE is planning an Orton vs. Rhodes match for WrestleMania this year. It could happen if Cody dethrones McIntyre in their upcoming match, leading to The Viper facing his real-life friend.