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WWE Controversially Blocks Chicago Watch Parties Ahead of Elimination Chamber

By Sridhar Krishnan • Published Feb 21, 2026 16:04 EST
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WWE Elimination Chamber takes place in Chicago on February 28.

The premium live event will be headlined by the local hero CM Punk, who defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor.

Also, Becky Lynch will hope to retain her Women’s Intercontinental Championship as he goes up against AJ Lee, who has earned a title shot for the first time in over 10 years.

The PLE will also feature the men’s and women’s WWE Elimination Chamber matches, with the final entrants to be decided on the upcoming Raw episode. The winners of the chamber matches will earn a title shot at WrestleMania 42.

WWE Blocking Elimination Chamber Watch Parties In Chicago

A few days ago, reports came to light of WWE imposing a ban on several establishments around the Las Vegas area during WrestleMania.

The notice prevents all businesses within a 50-mile radius from airing WrestleMania 42 for public vieweing even if they pay a licensing fee.

Apparently, the decision was taken to improve ticket sales for the Grandest Stage of Them All after the numbers revealed the disappointing truth about fans not paying exorbitant rates.

A fresh report from Fightful Select revealed that the Stamford promotion had enforced a similar ban in Chicago ahead of the Elimination Chamber PLE on Saturday.

According to WrestleTix, out of the 17,016 seats listed at the United Center, 14,895 tickets had been sold by Friday.