Bron Breakker scored one of the biggest victories of his WWE career by defeating Seth Rollins in the opening match of WWE Backlash 2026.

The highly physical match showcased the growing rivalry between the former allies as Breakker survived Rollins’ biggest offense before putting him away with multiple devastating Spears.

Bron Breakker vs Seth Rollins

Breakker immediately came out aggressive and charged at Rollins at the opening bell, but Rollins avoided the attack and sent his opponent crashing to the outside.

Rollins briefly controlled the pace early, though Breakker quickly regained momentum once the action returned to the ring.

Breakker punished Rollins with a series of suplexes before both men settled into a back-and-forth battle filled with counters and near falls.

The match featured standing moonsaults, Buckle Bombs, superkicks, clotheslines, and multiple Frankensteiner attempts as neither competitor could secure the decisive advantage.

One of the biggest moments came when Rollins kicked out of Breakker’s Falcon Arrow before later managing to land on his feet after consecutive Frankensteiner attempts.

Rollins eventually connected with a Pedigree followed by a Stomp and appeared close to victory.

However, Paul Heyman jumped onto the ring apron and distracted the referee at a crucial moment.

With the official occupied, Rollins rolled outside the ring and attempted to grab a steel chair before being attacked by Austin Theory and Logan Paul.

Despite fighting both men off, Rollins walked directly into a massive Spear from Breakker after returning to the ring.

Rollins somehow kicked out, extending the match and drawing a loud reaction from the crowd.

The finish came when Rollins attempted another Stomp from the ropes.

Breakker countered in midair with a second Spear before delivering a final running Spear to secure the victory.

Following the match, Heyman entered the ring to celebrate with Breakker while Rollins remained laid out.

The win further establishes Breakker as one of WWE’s fastest-rising stars following his alliance with Heyman.

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