The WWE Elimination Chamber is one of the most intense and unpredictable match types in sports-entertainment, featuring multiple Superstars fighting inside a brutal steel structure with pods, chains, and high stakes. Since debuting in 2002, the Chamber has become a centerpiece of WWE’s calendar, especially on the Road to WrestleMania.
2026 WWE Elimination Chamber Lineup
- World Heavyweight title: CM Punk defends against Finn Balor
- Women’s Intercontinental title: Becky Lynch defends against AJ Lee
- Men’s Elimination Chamber: Randy Orton vs. LA Knight vs. Cody Rhodes vs. TBA vs. TBA vs. TBA
- Women’s Elimination Chamber: Tiffany Stratton vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Alexa Bliss vs. TBA vs. TBA vs. TBA
What Is the Elimination Chamber Match?
The Elimination Chamber pits multiple competitors inside a massive steel structure.
- Six participants compete.
- Two start the match.
- The remaining four emerge from pods at timed intervals.
- Eliminations occur by pinfall or submission until one Superstar remains.
This combination of endurance, strategy, and chaos makes the Elimination Chamber one of WWE’s most unpredictable and memorable match types.
Elimination Chamber History
The very first Chamber match occurred at Survivor Series 2002, where Shawn Michaels made history by winning inside the unforgiving structure — cementing it as a WWE staple.
Over the years, WWE has expanded the concept to include:
- Men’s Elimination Chamber matches
- Women’s Elimination Chamber matches
- Chamber matches with title opportunities on the line
This format has delivered some of the most memorable moments in WWE history.
Complete Elimination Chamber Winners (All Time)
Here are the official winners from past events:
| Year | Men’s Winner | Women’s Winner |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Shawn Michaels | |
| 2003 | Triple H | |
| 2004 | Triple H | |
| 2005 | Triple H | |
| 2006 | John Cena / Bobby Lashley | |
| 2007 | John Cena / The Undertaker | |
| 2008 | Triple H / The Undertaker | |
| 2009 | Edge / Triple H | |
| 2010 | John Cena / Chris Jericho | |
| 2011 | Edge / John Cena | |
| 2012 | CM Punk | |
| 2013 | Jack Swagger | |
| 2014 | Daniel Bryan | |
| 2015 | Ryback | |
| 2017 | Bray Wyatt | |
| 2018 | Roman Reigns | Alexa Bliss |
| 2019 | Daniel Bryan | Shayna Baszler |
| 2020 | The Miz | Shayna Baszler |
| 2021 | Daniel Bryan / Drew McIntyre | Bianca Belair |
| 2022 | Bobby Lashley | Bianca Belair |
| 2023 | Austin Theory | Asuka |
| 2024 | Drew McIntyre | Rhea Ripley |
| 2025 | John Cena | Bianca Belair |
✔ In 2025, John Cena won the Men’s Elimination Chamber for the right to challenge for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41, and Bianca Belair won the Women’s Elimination Chamber match.
Chamber Records & Stats
Most Men’s Elimination Chamber Wins
- Triple H — 4 wins
- John Cena — 4 wins
Most Women’s Elimination Chamber Wins
- Bianca Belair — 3
- Shayna Baszler — 2
Historic Firsts
- First Chamber Match: 2002 (Shawn Michaels)
- First Women’s Chamber Match: 2018 (Alexa Bliss)
Notable Elimination Chamber Moments
- Shawn Michaels wins the first Chamber (2002) – A defining moment for the match concept.
- John Cena becomes the first Superstar to tie Triple H’s Chamber win total in 2025.
- Bianca Belair’s dominant performance in 2025, reaffirming her status as one of WWE’s top competitors.
- John Cena’s heel turn. The 2025 event also featured notable post-match drama, including John Cena’s shocking heel turn, where he attached himself to The Rock after surprising fans by ruthlessly attacking Cody Rhodes in the post-match segment.
Elimination Chamber FAQ
Q: What is the objective of an Elimination Chamber match?
A: Eliminate all other competitors via pinfall or submission to be the last person standing.
Q: When is Elimination Chamber usually held?
A: Traditionally in February or early March, often as a key stop on the Road to WrestleMania.
Q: Who has the most Elimination Chamber wins ever?
A: Triple H and John Cena both have four wins in Men’s Chamber history.
Latest WWE Elimination Chamber News
The Elimination Chamber continues to be one of WWE’s most exciting and unpredictable match formats, often shaping WrestleMania main event scenes and creating unforgettable moments for Superstars and fans alike. This page will be updated annually with fresh results, stats, and historical notes.
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