• Randy Orton defeats Aleister Black and Solo Sikoa to qualify for his 10th Elimination Chamber match.
• Tiffany Stratton wins a Triple Threat to earn an Elimination Chamber spot.
• Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY retain the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles; Drew McIntyre suffers multiple attacks.
• Cody Rhodes, Jacob Fatu and Trick Williams create chaos around the Undisputed WWE Champion.

SmackDown quick recap — Feb. 6, 2026

SmackDown delivered high stakes and chaos as the road to Elimination Chamber heated up. The night’s standout moment saw Randy Orton claim a milestone berth, while Tiffany Stratton emerged victorious in a Triple Threat qualifier. Champions defended and tensions around Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre escalated, setting up fresh feuds heading into the Feb. 28 Elimination Chamber event.

Randy Orton books historic Elimination Chamber spot

Randy Orton overcame Aleister Black and Solo Sikoa in a grueling Triple Threat to secure his 10th Elimination Chamber appearance. The finish came when Orton nailed an unexpected RKO on Sikoa, turning the tide and sealing the victory. Orton’s qualification adds a major name and storyline weight to the men’s Chamber line-up.

Watch: Full match — Randy Orton qualifies for the Elimination Chamber
https://www.wwe.com/videos/full-match-randy-orton-qualifies-for-the-elimination-chamber-smackdown-highlights-feb-6-2026

Tiffany Stratton joins the Chamber field

In a Triple Threat qualifier, Tiffany Stratton defeated Lash Legend and Chelsea Green to earn her spot in the Elimination Chamber on Feb. 28. Stratton capitalized after ringside chaos — including Nia Jax and Alba Fyre being taken out — and finished Chelsea Green with The Prettiest Moonsault Ever.

Champions stand tall amid tag team turmoil

WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY (RHIYO) successfully defended their belts against Giulia and Kiana James. The champions sealed the win with a Riptide/Over the Moonsault combination on Giulia. Later, Jade Cargill and Jordynne Grace were handed a surprising loss to Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez after miscommunication cost them the match.

Drew McIntyre targeted multiple times

Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre was at the center of escalating hostilities. Cody Rhodes launched a sneaky attack on McIntyre, saying the champion won’t make it to WrestleMania. McIntyre was hit again later by Jacob Fatu, and Trick Williams also stepped up to confront the champion. The series of assaults leaves McIntyre vulnerable and opens several potential WrestleMania-era rivalries.

Watch: Cody Rhodes attacks Drew McIntyre
https://www.wwe.com/videos/cody-rhodes-attacks-drew-mcintyre-smackdown-highlights-feb-6-2026

Other notable moments

  • Carmelo Hayes defeated The Miz in a non-title match, hitting the First 48 for the pin.
  • Oba Femi destroyed Kit Wilson in an impromptu showdown.
  • Tama Tonga scored an underhanded win over Shinsuke Nakamura thanks to interference from The MFTs.

SmackDown set the stage for Elimination Chamber and raised the temperature around Drew McIntyre heading toward WrestleMania. Expect rivalries to intensify as Superstars prepare for Feb. 28.

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