4 Betrayals you won’t see coming at WWE Backlash 2026

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Under the Triple H creative regime, fans expect surprises and unexpected turns to unfold. This raises speculation of fans witnessing some potential betrayals they won’t see coming at the show in Tampa.

In this article, we will look at four betrayals that could happen on May 9, 2026.

#4. Kit Wilson might turn on The Miz

At WWE Backlash 2026, Kit Wilson and The Miz will compete in a tag team match against Danhausen. As of writing, Danhausen’s opponent is a mystery and will be disclosed at the upcoming PLE.

Irrespective of who will be revealed as the ex-AEW star’s tag team partner, Kit Wilson is anticipated to betray The Miz at Backlash. The TKO-led promotion has already teased some tension between Miz and Wilson before the veteran star showed his true colors and attacked Danhausen.

However, at Backlash 2026, Kit Wilson might decide that this alliance with The Miz is not working for him and step away. This could result in The Miz suffering a loss in the tag team bout.

Over the past few months, Kit Wilson has been getting major attention from the fans. Turning him into a babyface star could be a great move.

#3. Lil Yachty might turn on Trick Williams

The current United States Champion, Trick Williams, will defend his title against Sami Zayn at the forthcoming PLE. Additionally, the company has announced that Lil Yachty will be in Williams’ corner for this title showdown.

For those who may not know, Lil Yachty is a popular American rapper. Besides this, he is a big fan of professional wrestling and has appeared at various events in the Stamford-based promotion.

Moreover, he has appeared on SmackDown as Trick Williams’ manager and was ringside for Trick’s match at WrestleMania 42. The celebrity already confirmed on the April 23, 2026, episode of the blue brand that he is in WWE to stay.

However, there is a chance that Lil Yachty might turn on the United States Champion at Backlash 2026. This could be done to set up a future showdown between these two stars. Recently, the former NXT star revealed that the American rapper has been training hard and getting into in-ring shape, potentially planning for a match.

So, it will not be a surprise if he faces Trick Williams, and seeds can be planted at the Tampa show by him turning on Anointed One and costing him his title.

#2. Kairi Sane might return to WWE & betray Asuka

After months of buildup, WWE has officially confirmed that Asuka will face IYO Sky at Backlash 2026. During their buildup, the Triple H creative regime pulled an unexpected move by releasing Kairi Sane from the company.

From the start, Kairi was the key figure in this feud, with Asuka bullying and manipulating her into following her commands. As a result, the Genius of Sky raised her voice, which eventually led to their feud.

In her last appearance in WWE before her release, Kairi remained on the side of the Empress of Tomorrow. However, if she returns at Backlash 2026, she may turn on her and decide to help IYO Sky.

There is precedent for this. R-Truth was released from WWE, but was later brought back after fans demanded it online. The Triple H creative regime has faced massive backlash online after Kairi Sane’s release, too.

Considering this, chances are that she may return to WWE at the Tampa PLE. Upon her potential return, she could turn on Asuka and set up a big feud on Monday Night RAW.

#1. The Usos might turn on Roman Reigns

The OG Bloodline was re-formed in WWE after WrestleMania 42. Amid that, the OTC’s feud against Jacob Fatu has gotten interesting and has added some layers to The Bloodline Saga.

Jey and Jimmy Uso attempted to convince The Samoan Werewolf to join hands with the Head of the Table, but Jacob refused. When Fatu destroyed the MFT members on SmackDown, he spared The Usos, who were watching ring-side, and merely engaged in a face-off with them. When The Samoan Werewolf attacked Reigns on Monday Night RAW, the Samoan Twins didn’t come to his rescue despite being backstage.

All these signs fuel the possibility of The Usos turning on Roman Reigns at WWE Backlash 2026. They’ve done it before and could do it again. However, the chances are slim, as the OG Bloodline has just reunited. The company may not end the faction anytime soon, particularly as it has generated quite the buzz online.