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WWE Backlash 2026 Global Start Times: US, UK, Australia and more

WWE Backlash 2026 Roman Reigns Poster
WWE Backlash 2026 poster featuring Roman Reigns (Image credit: WWE)

WWE Backlash 2026 takes place from Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena on Saturday, May 9 and WWE has shifted the bell time, likely to try and not crossover with the UFC 328 Main Card.

WWE Backlash 2026 key details

  • Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026.
  • Venue: Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, Florida.
  • Main card U.S. start time: 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
  • U.S. streaming: ESPN / ESPN Unlimited.
  • International streaming: Netflix in the UK, Australia and dozens of other territories.

Global start times: US, UK, Australia and more

Assuming the confirmed 6 p.m. Eastern bell time sticks, here’s how WWE Backlash 2026 lines up around the world for the main card:

WWE Backlash 2026 main card start times

Region / CityLocal DateLocal TimeNotes
U.S. East (New York)Sat, May 96:00 p.m.ESPN / ESPN Unlimited main card. 
U.S. Central (Chicago)Sat, May 95:00 p.m.One hour earlier than the standard PPV slot. 
U.S. Mountain (Denver)Sat, May 94:00 p.m.Afternoon start, ideal for family viewing. 
U.S. Pacific (Los Angeles)Sat, May 93:00 p.m.Lines up with big‑fight weekend strategy vs. UFC. 
UK (London)Sun, May 1011:00 p.m.Live on Netflix in the UK. 
Western Europe (Paris/Berlin)Mon, May 1112:00 a.m.True midnight start, still manageable for hardcore fans. 
India (New Delhi)Mon, May 113:30 a.m.Classic “early‑morning grind” time for Indian fans.
Australia (Sydney)Mon, May 118:00 a.m.Monday breakfast show, streaming via Netflix. 
Australia (Perth)Mon, May 116:00 a.m.Perfect commute‑time viewing slot. 
New Zealand (Auckland)Mon, May 1110:00 a.m.Late‑morning PLE for Kiwi fans. 
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