During this week’s WWE Raw, the Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match featuring Asuka, Bayley, and Nattie was marked by several visible mistakes, including botched suplexes and a missed Doomsday Body Press. These errors disrupted the flow of the match and drew concern from fans and insiders alike. The match ended with Asuka submitting Bayley using the Asuka Lock, securing her spot in the upcoming women’s Elimination Chamber event.
Backstage Response and No Reported Fallout
According to Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp, who addressed the issues in a recent Q&A session, the mistakes were reviewed backstage but did not cause any reported tension or conflict among the wrestlers and staff. Sapp characterized the errors as typical in-ring occurrences that sometimes happen despite preparation, referring to it as a “**** happens” moment.
Upcoming Event Details and Broader Context
The women’s Elimination Chamber match will take place during WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 on February 28 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The event will air live on the ESPN App in the United States and be available on Netflix for international audiences. Asuka’s advance in this qualifier sets the stage for what is expected to be a highly competitive and pivotal match in the build toward the event.
