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Alexa Bliss shocked wrestling fans last night by becoming the first elimination in the Women’s Elimination Chamber at the 2026 WWE event. The match took place in Chicago on February 28, and her early exit left supporters scrambling for answers overnight.
🔥 Quick Facts
- First Eliminated: Bliss lost to Kiana James after Asuka misted her late into the match.
- Event Date: February 28, 2026 at United Center in Chicago, Illinois.
- Match Participants: Six combatants including Rhea Ripley, Tiffany Stratton, Asuka, Raquel Rodriguez, and Kiana James.
- Match Winner: Rhea Ripley earned a title shot at WrestleMania 42 against Jade Cargill.
How Alexa Bliss Ended Her Chamber Run Early
Asuka’s mist proved to be the turning point in Alexa Bliss‘ Elimination Chamber journey. The iconic Japanese superstar deployed her finisher, temporarily incapacitating Bliss. Kiana James capitalized immediately with a rollup pin to secure the quick victory. Bliss emerged from her pod ready for action but couldn’t overcome the strategic combination of her opponents’ offense.
This marked a shocking reversal from pre-match expectations. Multiple sources had listed Bliss at +175 odds, suggesting she wasn’t considered a heavy favorite. Still, fans expected her experience and momentum to carry her deeper into the match structure.
Alexa Bliss eliminated early from Women’s Elimination Chamber, shocked fans react overnight
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Bliss Had Won the Elimination Chamber Before
Alexa Bliss came to Chicago with championship pedigree, having won this prestigious match in years past. Her return to WWE television began at the Royal Rumble 2025 after nearly two years away. Fans celebrated her shock comeback, hoping she would continue her path to championship contention.
The popular superstar qualified for the chamber by defeating both Zelina Vega and Giulia on SmackDown. Her tag-team partner Charlotte Flair was not at her side in Chicago after losing her own qualification match to Kiana James.
Match Summary and Results Table
The women’s Elimination Chamber opened the February 28 card inside the United Center. Tiffany Stratton and Kiana James started the action, with remaining warriors released from steel pods every few minutes. The pace escalated as more combatants joined the brutal contest.
| Wrestler | Elimination Order | Eliminated By |
| Alexa Bliss | 1st (First) | Kiana James |
| Asuka | 2nd | Raquel Rodriguez |
| Kiana James | 3rd | Raquel Rodriguez |
| Raquel Rodriguez | 4th | Tiffany Stratton |
| Tiffany Stratton | 5th (Runner-up) | Rhea Ripley |
“Asuka misted Alexa Bliss and Kiana James capitalized with a rollup, delivering the shocking first elimination.”
— Match Coverage, Forbes/WWE Live Updates
Fan Reactions and Social Media Eruption
Wrestling fans flooded social media overnight with shock and debate about Alexa Bliss’ early exit. Many questioned whether her time away from television had affected her competitive edge. Others pointed to Asuka’s mist as a brilliant tactical weapon that no superstar can defend against completely.
Overnight discussions focused heavily on Kiana James, who impressed observers with her quick thinking and gymnastics background. The rising star emerged as a potential future title contender after her impressive performance in the chamber match.
What’s Next for Alexa Bliss After This Shocking Loss?
This early elimination does not end Alexa Bliss‘ journey to WrestleMania 42 coming in April. WWE superstars can earn another opportunity at the flagship event through various means. Her next step likely involves competitive matches on Raw or SmackDown to rebuild momentum before the biggest show of the year.
Rhea Ripley advances to challenge WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. Meanwhile, Alexa Bliss must find another path to championship gold. Will Charlotte Flair reunite with her tag partner for future endeavors?
Sources
- Forbes – WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 results, winners and live updates coverage.
- Yahoo Sports – WWE Elimination Chamber live results, updates, grades and highlights from Chicago.
- ESPN – WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 live updates, results and analysis.
