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Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY successfully defended the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships for the second time by defeating Giulia and Kiana James on WWE SmackDown. The duo retained their titles and remain the current WWE Women's Tag Team Champions.
On the February 6, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown, Cody Rhodes attacked Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre before he could reach the ring, with McIntyre fleeing through the crowd before officials separated them. Rhodes then cut a promo expressing his frustration about being screwed out of the Royal Rumble and referenced his manhood when discussing WrestleMania, saying "they didn't nickname me Raheam for no reason" while talking about a "measuring contest" between CM Punk and Roman Reigns. Rhodes also threatened McIntyre, stating that he won't make it to WrestleMania.
WWE SmackDown's February 6, 2026 episode will feature several matches including Carmelo Hayes vs. The Miz, Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Tama Tonga, and Jordynne Grace & Jade Cargill vs. Raquel Rodriguez & Liv Morgan. The show will also include two Chamber Qualifier matches - Lash Legend vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Chelsea Green, and Solo Sikoa vs. Randy Orton vs. Aleister Black - along with a WWE Women's Tag Titles match between Rhiyo and the team of Giulia & Kiana James.
Former NXT Champion Oba Femi is expected to make his main roster debut on WWE SmackDown tonight, according to WrestleVotes. This follows Femi's Royal Rumble performance last week and signals a full-time call-up to the SmackDown brand, though no opponent has been announced for his debut.
WWE NXT backstage interviewer Kelly Kincaid announced on Friday that her WWE contract is coming to an end soon. Kincaid revealed her impending departure from the company in her role as an NXT broadcaster.
WWE SmackDown aired live from Charlotte, North Carolina on February 6, 2026, featuring several key matches and segments. The show opened with Cody Rhodes attacking Drew McIntyre backstage before cutting a promo about wanting a shot at McIntyre's championship, with Nick Aldis later informing Rhodes he must qualify for the Elimination Chamber. The night included matches such as IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley defending the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Giulia & Kiana James, along with Elimination Chamber qualifiers and an appearance by 2026 Women's Royal Rumble winner Liv Morgan.
Judge Sarah F. Russell denied Janel Grant's request for early discovery in her lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE, ruling that Grant had not demonstrated "good cause" to receive records or take depositions before McMahon and WWE file their expected motions to compel arbitration. However, the judge stated that Grant can renew the motion later when responding to the defense's formal arbitration request, and that she will reconsider whether limited discovery is warranted once the arbitration motions are filed. The ruling ends a seven-month lull in the case, with Russell ordering both sides to coordinate and schedule future deadlines for arbitration motions and oral arguments.
Cody Rhodes is scheduled to open tonight's February 6 WWE SmackDown from the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 2026 Royal Rumble runner-up is expected to appear in an in-ring segment, though the specific nature of his appearance has not been confirmed. Rhodes remains without a confirmed opponent for WrestleMania 42.
A top female European star has reportedly signed with WWE after dropping a title in her home promotion on Thursday. A source described the wrestler as "one of the very best."
A triple threat match between Aleister Black, Solo Sikoa, and Randy Orton will serve as the main event for the February 6 WWE SmackDown, with the winner earning a spot in the Elimination Chamber 2026. The card also features a women's triple threat qualifier with Lash Legend vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Chelsea Green, a WWE Women's Tag Team Championship match between champions IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley against Giulia and Kiana James, and a matchup between Shinsuke Nakamura and Tama Tonga.
A released WWE star has described having a "tough" year and is set to return to the ring next month for a match against an AEW star. The wrestler opened up about their difficult period ahead of their upcoming return match.
An independent wrestling star who had major previous interest from WWE has now reportedly signed with the company. The wrestler's identity and specific details about the signing have not been disclosed.