The 2026 WWE King of the Ring tournament has concluded, with Oba Femi emerging as the winner at the Night of Champions premium live event. Femi secured the crown after a hard-fought final match against Jey Uso that lasted approximately 10 minutes.
The tournament bracket saw Femi advance to the finals after defeating Dominik Mysterio in the semi-finals. On the other side of the bracket, Uso earned his spot in the championship match by overcoming Je’Von Evans. With this victory, Femi has earned a guaranteed world title opportunity at SummerSlam, which is scheduled to take place in Minneapolis this August.
What Is Next For The King of the Ring
Following his win, Femi participated in an in-ring interview but remained tight-lipped regarding which championship he intends to pursue. The landscape of the main event scene remains fluid, with potential challengers including the Undisputed WWE Champion or the World Heavyweight Champion.
While a showdown between Femi and Roman Reigns has been a point of speculation following their respective victories at WrestleMania, other possibilities remain on the table. WWE has recently teased a potential encounter between Femi and Cody Rhodes, adding another layer of uncertainty to the SummerSlam main event picture. The creative direction under Triple H has shown a willingness to explore multiple narrative paths, keeping fans guessing until the final decision is made.
This victory marks a significant milestone for Femi as he looks toward the biggest event of the summer. Whether he targets the Undisputed WWE Championship or the World Heavyweight Championship, his status as the King of the Ring makes him a focal point of the company heading into the next major premium live event.
Source: WrestleTalk
