Roman Reigns and CM Punk favored to retain titles at SummerSlam
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026

WWE SummerSlam is set for August 1, 2026, with several wrestlers highlighted as favorites to win in the 13-match card. Roman Reigns and CM Punk are expected to retain their titles, while Trick Williams is favored to hold onto the United States Championship. Chad Gable is likely to become the new Intercontinental Champion. Oba Femi is favored to defeat Brock Lesnar in a Hell In A Cell match. The match between Sami Zayn and Finn Balor for the Undisputed WWE Title is uncertain, while the Women's Ladder Match is also considered a close call, with the last qualifier taking place tonight on SmackDown.
- •SummerSlam takes place on August 1, 2026.
- •Roman Reigns and CM Punk are set to defend their titles.
- •Trick Williams is the favorite for the United States Championship.
- •Chad Gable is likely to win the Intercontinental Championship.
- •The Women's Ladder Match still has one qualifier this evening.
- 3:55 PMWrestling Inc — Backstage News On Current Creative Favorites To Win Matches At WWE SummerSlam 2026
"Fightful Select provides an update on some of the talent that is favorited to come out victorious on the 13-match SummerSlam card.
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