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JD McDonagh returned from an injury hiatus during the February 16 episode of WWE RAW in Memphis, Tennessee. McDonagh had taken time off several months ago for surgery, and his return comes as Finn Balor prepares to face CM Punk at Elimination Chamber on February 28 in Chicago.
During a sit-down interview on the February 16 WWE RAW in Memphis, Stephanie Vaquer interrupted and delivered an emotional Spanish promo to Liv Morgan, with Dominik Mysterio translating. The segment ended with Morgan breaking down in tears and leaving without responding, as she continues to decide whether to face Vaquer or SmackDown's Jade Cargill at WrestleMania after winning the 2026 Women's Royal Rumble.
Two more WWE stars have officially qualified for the 2026 Elimination Chamber matches during an episode of Raw. The qualifications bring the total number of confirmed participants closer to filling the multi-person match format.
Cody Rhodes has revealed he has pitched WWE higher-ups about planning more live events, expressing his desire for the company to increase its live event schedule. Rhodes shared that he has spoken directly to WWE management about adding more live events to the company's calendar.
Asuka defeated Natalya and Bayley in a triple threat match on the February 16 episode of WWE RAW to qualify for the Women's Elimination Chamber match. Asuka won the match by making Bayley tap out to the Asukalock after Natalya was knocked to the floor. She joins previously qualified wrestlers Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley, and Tiffany Stratton for the Elimination Chamber match taking place February 28, 2026 at United Center in Chicago, Illinois.
A new WWE mystery emerged during the February 16 episode of Raw. The mystery is set to be revealed at an upcoming big event.
During the February 16 episode of WWE RAW, General Manager Adam Pearce discovered a large wooden crate backstage labeled "Deliver To WWE, DO NOT OPEN UNTIL FEBRUARY 28." Pearce ordered the mysterious crate to be sent to SmackDown for Nick Aldis to handle, with February 28 being the date of the upcoming Elimination Chamber premium live event in Chicago.
MJF defended Booker T on Twitter after the WWE Hall of Famer was voted 2025 Worst Television Announcer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Year-End Awards with 516 votes. The AEW star called Booker T a "blueprint" as a homegrown talent with drawing power on Warner TV, and told critics to "show some respect" for the legend despite any disagreements with his commentary style. Booker T is scheduled to address the controversy on his Hall of Fame podcast on February 17, 2026.
WWE RAW aired February 16, 2026, live from the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, featuring two Elimination Chamber qualifying matches. GUNTHER, Je'Von Evans, and Dominik Mysterio competed in a men's triple threat qualifying match, while Bayley, Asuka, and Natalya faced off in a women's triple threat qualifying match. The show also included appearances from WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, AJ Lee, and 2026 Women's Royal Rumble winner Liv Morgan addressing the WWE Universe.
WWE RAW on February 16, 2026 will feature two Elimination Chamber qualifying matches, with Asuka vs. Natalya vs. Bayley and Gunther vs. Dominik Mysterio vs. Je'Von Evans. The show will also include segments with World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY, Liv Morgan, AJ Lee, and a segment about the future of the Intercontinental Championship.
WWE is reportedly recruiting several independent wrestlers for tryouts. Some of the independent wrestlers who were approached have confirmed they will be attending the tryouts.
JD McDonagh was reportedly spotted backstage at the February 16, 2026 episode of WWE RAW in Memphis, Tennessee, according to PWInsider. The Judgment Day member has been absent from WWE television for several weeks after stepping away in December 2025 to undergo surgery for lingering injuries, announcing his decision on social media at the time.