WWE is reportedly tightening its grip on how fans in the Chicago area experience the Elimination Chamber PLE next weekend. According to Fightful Select, the company has implemented strict new “blackout rules” that are effectively blocking local watch parties from hosting the event.
The move appears to be a calculated, high-pressure tactic to boost live attendance at the United Center. By restricting communal viewing options at bars and restaurants within the region, WWE is hoping to push undecided fans toward the remaining ticket inventory.
While the show features a massive hometown draw with CM Punk and AJ Lee both in marquee title matches, over 2,000 seats remain available according to WrestleTix, leading to this aggressive push for a total sellout. Almost 15,000 tickets have been sold so far.
As previously reported, WWE is using the same tactic to increase ticket sales for WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.
Below is the card for Elimination Chamber 2026:
– Men’s Elimination Chamber Match for an Undisputed WWE Championship match at WrestleMania 42: Randy Orton vs. LA Knight vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Je’Von Evans vs. Trick Williams vs. TBD
– World Heavyweight Championship Match: CM Punk (c) vs. Finn Balor
– Women’s Intercontinental Championship Match: Becky Lynch (c) vs. AJ Lee
– Women’s Elimination Chamber Match for a world title match at WrestleMania 42: Tiffany Stratton vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Asuka vs. Kiana James vs. TBD
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