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Reigns Accepts Backlash Challenge; Lynch Retains, Penta Wins

4/29/2026

Summary

Roman Reigns Accepts

Roman Reigns accepted Jacob Fatu’s challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash.
Becky Lynch retained the Women’s Intercontinental Championship by defeating Iyo Sky after Asuka interfered.
Penta won a non-title match against Rusev in the opening bout.
Oba Femi defeated Grayson Waller and issued an open challenge to any competitor.
Joe Hendry debuted with a concert and was rescued by the Street Profits after singing about firing Logan Paul.

Summary

Roman Reigns Defends

Roman Reigns defended the World Heavyweight Championship in a first-cousin-versus-cousin match at Backlash.
Backlash will stream live on ESPN Plus in the United States and on Netflix internationally.
The Usos rejoined Reigns, re-forming the Bloodline and altering power dynamics within the First Family.
Jimmy Uso claimed Solo Sikoa helped him join WWE, prompting Reigns to accuse him of nepotism and intensify their feud.

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Roman Reigns Accepts

Roman Reigns accepted Jacob Fatu’s challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash.
Becky Lynch retained the Women’s Intercontinental Championship by defeating Iyo Sky after Asuka interfered.
Penta won a non-title match against Rusev in the opening bout.
Oba Femi defeated Grayson Waller and issued an open challenge to any competitor.
Joe Hendry debuted with a concert and was rescued by the Street Profits after singing about firing Logan Paul.

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