Report: Roman Reigns to face Penta at Raw in Mexico City and LA Knight at Money in the Bank

World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns is reportedly set to face Penta on the September 14 edition of WWE Raw in Mexico City and LA Knight at Money in the Bank on October 10, 2026, in New Orleans. The information comes from a report by WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select citing backstage belief and internal planning.

A tournament featuring luchadores from WWE and AAA is underway to determine the number one contender, with first-round matches already taking place and the final scheduled for the September 14 Raw in Mexico City. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select reported a backstage belief that Penta will win the tournament and earn the title shot. The same report said the match in Mexico is intended to boost WWE’s presence there while promoting AAA stars on the main roster. The tournament final is set for the September 14 edition of Raw in Mexico City.

One WWE source described the tournament as a "unique opportunity" for the company in Mexico and said they believe Penta is the right choice to capitalize on the situation, according to the report. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select conveyed that sentiment as part of its backstage accounting of the tournament. The outlet made clear the company plans to use the match to showcase AAA talent alongside WWE performers. The report also stated that Roman Reigns is expected to retain the title in the tournament final.

The outlet additionally reported that LA Knight is currently being planned as Reigns’ opponent for Money in the Bank, with a "strong sense" within WWE that the two will face each other at the event. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select noted WWE has been teasing a showdown between Reigns and Knight. The two engaged in a promo battle on last week’s edition of Raw, the report said. Those elements were cited as part of the rationale for the reported booking.

Money in the Bank is scheduled for October 10, 2026, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, the report confirmed. The account noted Reigns captured the World title after defeating CM Punk in the main event of WrestleMania Sunday, has defended the title three times, and his current reign stands at 117 days. The report also reiterated the company’s plan for the tournament final to take place on the September 14 Raw in Mexico City.

The September 14 edition of WWE Raw will air live from Arena CDMX in Mexico City, and Money in the Bank will take place on October 10, 2026, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select is the source of the reported details.