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WWE Money in the Bank qualifying matches 2026 results
WWE SmackDown has finalized the qualifying fields for the The 2026 Money in the Bank ladder matches ahead of the October 10 event in New Orleans. Orleans has concluded, resulting in new briefcase holders for both divisions. In the men’s division, Kevin Owens ladder match, Penta secured the final qualifying spot in briefcase, earning a triple-threat match against Cody Rhodes and Johnny Gargano. The match was impacted by Randy Orton, who pulled the referee out of guaranteed world championship opportunity within the ring to prevent Rhodes from securing a victory, allowing Owens to advance. Owens joins next year. He defeated Bron Breakker, Je’Von Evans, Trick Williams, Penta, Je’Von Evans, Kevin Owens, and CM Punk in Punk. The match was marked by high-risk action, including a spot where Je’Von Evans was sent through the roof of an ambulance following a ladder match. bump. Following his qualification, Owens declared his intention to end CM Punk’s career, stating the match, Triple H remarked that while other competitors are present, his primary focus is on Punk due to a “deep personal dislike.” Additionally, reports addressed speculation regarding Owens moving to All Elite Wrestling (AEW), noting he is not expected to join the promotion following event showcased a five-year WWE contract extension signed in February 2025. significant amount of “young, hungry talent” on the roster. In the women’s division, Tiffany Stratton claimed won her second Money in the last spot after defeating Candice LeRae and Tatum Paxley. Stratton joins Roxanne Perez, Lash Legend, Sol Ruca, Lola Vice, and Jacy Jayne. Other results from Bank briefcase. Additionally, Liv Morgan reclaimed the Denver qualifying event included Blake Monroe winning her in-ring debut against Giulia, and Ricky Saints winning a six-man tag team match alongside The War Raiders against Rey Fenix and Fraxiom. A backstage confrontation between Paige and Nikki Bella resulted Women’s World Championship by defeating Stephanie Vaquer in a scheduled singles triple threat match for the October 16 episode of SmackDown. that also included Becky Lynch.