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WWE Launches Challenger Tournament; Penta Favored Over Kaiser Rumors

8/10/2026

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WWE announced a tournament to pick Reigns’ challenger, with match on September 14 Raw in CDMX.
First-round matches occur on August 10, 15 and 17.
Semifinals will be held on the August 24 Raw.
Dave Meltzer said rumors Ludwig Kaiser (El Grande Americano) will win are unfounded because he is omitted from material.
Meltzer added that Penta, a former Intercontinental Champion, is the only wrestler promoted at a level that makes him a sensible contender.

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Story summary

WWE announced a tournament to pick Reigns’ challenger, with match on September 14 Raw in CDMX.
First-round matches occur on August 10, 15 and 17.
Semifinals will be held on the August 24 Raw.
Dave Meltzer said rumors Ludwig Kaiser (El Grande Americano) will win are unfounded because he is omitted from material.
Meltzer added that Penta, a former Intercontinental Champion, is the only wrestler promoted at a level that makes him a sensible contender.