WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Montreal: HUGE Brawl, No. 1 Contender Revealed! (2026)

WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event delivered an action-packed night of wrestling from the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The main event was a highly anticipated Fatal 4-Way Match to determine the new number one contender for Drew McIntyre's Undisputed WWE Championship. But the show wasn't just about the main event. It also featured a grudge match between Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu, the latest title defense from women's tag team champions Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky, and the final battle in the legendary rivalry between AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura. The show kicked off the week-long road to the Royal Rumble. Who emerged victorious? What did it mean for them as they prepare for the first premium live event of 2026? And how did each match grade out? Find out in this recap of the January 24 broadcast.

Match Card:

This match was an intense, personal affair that kicked off the show. Fatu attacked Rhodes during his entrance, knocking him off the ropes and firing off a flurry of strikes. The brawl spilled into the stands, with Fatu slamming Rhodes on the concrete floor. Drew McIntyre then interjected himself into the fray, sending Fatu through a table and powerbombing Rhodes through another. The result was a no contest, but the grade was an impressive A. The intensity was excellent, the crowd was red-hot, and McIntyre's appearance was a nice surprise that signifies a Triple Threat Match is not out of the question.

Top Moments and Takeaways:

Michael Cole mentioned Mad Dog Vachon on commentary, paying homage to one of Montreal's greatest, toughest, and most badass wrestlers.
The match between Rhodes and Fatu was delivered effectively without ever having it reach the ring, risking an unnecessary loss for either guy. The intensity was excellent, and the crowd was red-hot.
McIntyre's appearance was a nice surprise, signifying that a Triple Threat Match is not out of the question.