Fresh off defeating CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42, Roman Reigns puts his title on the line against his cousin, Jacob Fatu, at WWE Backlash. The family affair headlines a stacked card that will unfold exclusively in the ESPN App.
Here are key facts about the premium live event:
When is WWE Backlash?
WWE Backlash is Saturday at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida. Coverage begins at 4 p.m. ET.
What is the schedule?
*All times Eastern
May 9
4 p.m.: "Countdown to Backlash"
6 p.m.: WWE Backlash
9 p.m.: "Backlash Post Show"
How can fans watch?
Fans with an ESPN Unlimited plan can catch all of the action in the ESPN App and in the official streaming hub. ESPN2 will simulcast the final hour of "Countdown to Backlash" and the opening hour of WWE Backlash.
Fight card
World Heavyweight Championship: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker
United States Championship: Trick Williams (c) vs. Sami Zayn
Tag team match: Danhausen and a mystery partner vs. The Miz and Kit Wilson
(c) = defending champion
How can fans access more WWE coverage from ESPN?
Check out the ESPN WWE hub page for the latest news, schedule, wrestler profiles and more.