WWE Money in the Bank 2026 Predictions: Men’s & Women’s Favorites

Welcome back to WrestleSeek! As we head toward the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, the race for guaranteed championship contract briefcases is wider open than ever. Today, I’m delivering my official WWE Money in the Bank 2026: Predictions report, breaking down the top favorites, dark horses, and potential breakout stars set to climb the ladder. Let’s jump right into the breakdown!

The Money in the Bank ladder match remains one of the most game-changing concepts in WWE history. A single briefcase guarantees a world championship opportunity anytime, anywhere, over a 365-day period, routinely transforming rising stars into main-event mainstays overnight.

Scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, the 17th annual Money in the Bank marks a historic shift as the first edition held in October.

WWE Money in the Bank 2026 Predictions

Men’s WWE Money in the Bank 2026 Predictions (Favorites)

• Bron Breakker (Top Favorite): Breakker possesses the raw intensity, explosive athleticism, and main-event trajectory that traditional Money in the Bank briefcase holders thrive on. Securing the contract gives WWE a high-impact narrative vehicle to insert him into the World Heavyweight or Undisputed Championship picture at any moment.
• Solo Sikoa (Dark Horse): Sikoa’s recent babyface pivot and burgeoning “Solo Dolo” persona have driven massive fan engagement and merchandise numbers. Armed with the briefcase, Sikoa would add intense tactical leverage to his ongoing family rivalries.
• Trick Williams (Breakout Contender): Making a potential crossover impact from NXT, Williams brings charisma and crowd connection capable of elevating the briefcase into a weekly MUST-watch television segment.

Women’s WWE Money in the Bank 2026 Predictions (Favorites)

• Stephanie Vaquer (Top Favorite): Following an extraordinary rise across WWE programming, Vaquer represents the first choice to claim the women’s briefcase. Her high-velocity in-ring style makes her a natural fit for ladder match chaos, and a guaranteed contract would instantly cement her in the world title scene.
• Sol Ruca (Dark Horse): As one of the most innovative aerial performers on the roster, Ruca’s potential inclusion in the match guarantees viral highlights. A surprise victory would fast-track her ascension into top-tier status.
• Roxanne Perez (Breakout Contender): Perez has consistently proven her ability to deliver in high-stakes environment matches. Holding the contract would showcase her strategic edge as a perpetual threat to reigning champions on Raw or SmackDown.

History of WWE Money in the Bank Winners (2005 – Present)

Every Money in the Bank ladder match winner, event date, and location since the match’s inception at WrestleMania 21:

Year

Event

Date & Location

Men’s Winner

Women’s Winner

2005

WrestleMania 21

April 3, 2005 (Los Angeles, CA)

Edge

N/A

2006

WrestleMania 22

April 2, 2006 (Rosemont, IL)

Rob Van Dam

N/A

2007

WrestleMania 23

April 1, 2007 (Detroit, MI)

Mr. Kennedy

N/A

2008

WrestleMania XXIV

March 30, 2008 (Orlando, FL)

CM Punk

N/A

2009

WrestleMania 25

April 5, 2009 (Houston, TX)

CM Punk

N/A

2010

WrestleMania XXVI

March 28, 2010 (Glendale, AZ)

Jack Swagger

N/A

2010

Money in the Bank 2010

July 18, 2010 (Kansas City, MO)

Kane (SmackDown) / The Miz (Raw)

N/A

2011

Money in the Bank 2011

July 17, 2011 (Rosemont, IL)

Daniel Bryan (SmackDown) / Alberto Del Rio (Raw)

N/A

2012

Money in the Bank 2012

July 15, 2012 (Phoenix, AZ)

Dolph Ziggler (World Title) / John Cena (WWE Title)

N/A

2013

Money in the Bank 2013

July 14, 2013 (Philadelphia, PA)

Damien Sandow (World Title) / Randy Orton (WWE Title)

N/A

2014

Money in the Bank 2014

June 29, 2014 (Boston, MA)

Seth Rollins

N/A

2015

Money in the Bank 2015

June 14, 2015 (Columbus, OH)

Sheamus

N/A

2016

Money in the Bank 2016

June 19, 2016 (Las Vegas, NV)

Dean Ambrose

N/A

2017

Money in the Bank 2017

June 18, 2017 (St. Louis, MO)

Baron Corbin

Carmella

2018

Money in the Bank 2018

June 17, 2018 (Rosemont, IL)

Braun Strowman

Alexa Bliss

2019

Money in the Bank 2019

May 19, 2019 (Hartford, CT)

Brock Lesnar

Bayley

2020

Money in the Bank 2020

May 10, 2020 (Stamford, CT)

Otis

Asuka

2021

Money in the Bank 2021

July 18, 2021 (Fort Worth, TX)

Big E

Nikki A.S.H.

2022

Money in the Bank 2022

July 2, 2022 (Las Vegas, NV)

Austin Theory

Liv Morgan

2023

Money in the Bank 2023

July 1, 2023 (London, England)

Damian Priest

Iyo Sky

2024

Money in the Bank 2024

July 6, 2024 (Toronto, Canada)

Drew McIntyre

Tiffany Stratton

2025

Money in the Bank 2025

June 7, 2025 (Inglewood, CA)

Seth Rollins

Naomi

Whether the winner cash in immediately on the same night or holds the briefcase for months, Money in the Bank remains one of WWE’s most unpredictable annual fixtures. As October 10 approaches, all eyes turn to New Orleans to see who climbs the ladder to grab their guaranteed ticket to championship glory.