WWE Payback is an electrifying annual wrestling pay-per-view event that has consistently delivered thrilling entertainment to wrestling fans worldwide. Established in 2013, this event is known for its high-stakes matches and intense rivalries. Payback features top WWE superstars from Raw and SmackDown battling it out in various match types, including No Holds Barred, Last Man Standing, and Steel Cage matches.

Each year, Payback serves as a platform for settling scores, continuing storylines, and creating new ones. It has witnessed legendary encounters, iconic moments, and unexpected twists, making it a must-watch for wrestling enthusiasts. With its rich history and legacy.

The following are the results from Payback as of September 2, 2023:

World Heavyweight Title Match
Seth “Freakin” Rollins (c) def. Shinsuke Nakamura

Women’s World Title Match
Rhea Ripley (c) def. Raquel Rodriguez

Undisputed WWE Tag Team Title: Steel City Street Fight
The Judgement Day def. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn (c) to win the title

United States Title Match
Rey Mysterio (c) def. Austin Theory

LA Knight def. The Miz with John Cena as Special Guest Referee

Steel Cage Match
Becky Lynch def. Trish Stratus

As of now, the current champions are as follows:

On Raw:

• World Heavyweight Champion: Seth “Freakin” Rollins
• Women’s World Champion: Rhea Ripley
• Intercontinental Champion: Gunther

On Smackdown:

• WWE Women’s Champion: Iyo Sky
• United States Champion: Rey Mysterio
• WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions: Chelsea Green and Piper Niven

Who rules the roost?

• Raw and Smackdown tag team champions: Judgement Day’s Finn Balor and Damien Priest
• WWE Undisputed Universal Champion: Roman Reigns (seemingly prefers to be on Smackdown)

Current NXT Champions:

• NXT Champion: Carmelo Hayes
• NXT Women’s Champion: Tiffany Stratton
• NXT North American Championship: “Dirty” Dominic Mysterio
• NXT Heritage Cup: Noam Dar
• NXT Tag Team Champions: Tony D’Angelo and Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo

WWE Payback continues to be a highlight on the wrestling calendar, promising unforgettable moments and unforgettable memories for fans and participants alike.

WWE Payback continues to be a highlight on the wrestling calendar, promising unforgettable moments and unforgettable memories for fans and participants alike.