The fifth round of qualifiers for the upcoming Elimination Chamber matches took place during “WWE SmackDown,” setting the stage for an exciting showdown at WrestleMania. The winners of these qualifiers will secure spots for a World title opportunity.
The evening began with a fiercely contested match featuring Nia Jax, Charlotte Flair, and Kiana James vying for the final slot in the Women’s Elimination Chamber. Flair seemed poised to claim victory as she locked in her signature Figure-Eight Leglock on Jax. However, in a surprising turn of events, Kiana James maneuvered beneath Flair to pin Jax, effectively stealing the match from Flair’s grasp. With her win, James joins an impressive lineup that already includes Tiffany Stratton, Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, and Asuka, leaving one final spot up for grabs. That last contender will be decided between Iyo Sky, Kairi Sane, and Raquel Rodriguez on Monday’s “WWE Raw.”
Later in the evening, the second qualifier took place with Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams, and Damian Priest fighting for the fifth spot in the Men’s Chamber. In a twist reminiscent of the earlier match, Trick Williams executed a well-timed interference, capitalizing on Priest’s focus on Hayes. He delivered a decisive Trick Shot, securing the win and cementing his position in the lineup alongside Randy Orton, LA Knight, Cody Rhodes, and Je’von Evans. The final participant for the Men’s Chamber will be revealed between Jey Uso, Bronson Reed, and the Original El Grande Americano on Monday night.
As the stakes continue to rise heading into WrestleMania, fans can look forward to thrilling matches in both the Men’s and Women’s Elimination Chambers that promise to deliver unforgettable moments in sports entertainment.