CBS Sports wrestling experts have released their predictions for WWE Crown Jewel 2026, set for Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The card features four championship matches with significant storylines.
Main Event: Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn
World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns faces Undisputed WWE Champion Sami Zayn for the WWE Crown Jewel Championship. The two share years of history from The Bloodline faction. Experts Shakiel Mahjouri and Brent Brookhouse both pick Sami Zayn to win, noting that Reigns' title is not on the line and interference from The 946 faction could play a role.
Women's Championship: Liv Morgan vs. Chelsea Green
Women's World Champion Liv Morgan defends against WWE Women's Champion Chelsea Green. Green's reign has been portrayed as a fluke, while Morgan has backing from The Judgment Day. Both experts predict Morgan to retain, citing character momentum and the numbers advantage.
Last Man Standing: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton
Cody Rhodes meets Randy Orton in a Last Man Standing match. After previous encounters, experts believe Rhodes will not lose to his mentor a second time, especially with the stipulation implying finality. Both pick Rhodes to win and carry momentum into a new feud.
World Tag Team Championship: The Vision vs. Penta & Je'Von Evans
Champions Bron Breakker and Austin Theory (The Vision) have not defended the titles since winning them on July 6. With Penta holding the Money in the Bank briefcase, experts Brookhouse and Mahjouri predict Penta and Je'Von Evans will capture the belts, using the titles to keep Penta active while building toward a future world championship run.
