Penta believed to be a “heavy favorite” within WWE creative to win Money in the Bank 2026
As seen during the September 21st 2026 edition of WWE RAW, Penta won a Money in the Bank qualifying match. According to WrestleVotes Radio, Penta is considered a “heavy favorite” within WWE Creative to win the Money in the Bank briefcase, which could potentially lead to a rematch with Roman Reigns. WrestleVotes noted that this was not the plan as of SummerSlam.
WrestleVotes also noted that Penta’s recent performance led to a significant increase in WWE’s internal analytics, merchandise sales, and Google search activity, with some Penta merchandise reportedly selling out in certain sizes on WWE.com.
Penta had a special-edition Mattel Creations figure released exclusively through MattelCreations.com. The figure was not available through WWE Shop, Target, or Walmart and was priced at approximately $65. The preorder was believed to have sold out within 20 minutes.
Penta is now viewed by several within WWE creative as a heavy favorite to win Money in the Bank, @WrestleVotes on @FightfulSelect has learned.
That was not the plan as of SummerSlam, but the reaction to Penta vs. Roman Reigns in Mexico City may have changed things, including… pic.twitter.com/JbZXbqn6IN
— Fightful Wrestling (@Fightful) September 24, 2026