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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.
Former NXT Champion Oba Femi was reportedly among recent NXT call-ups who received praise for their work in the Royal Rumble. Femi was specifically singled out for commendation following his performance in the event.
According to Dave Meltzer's Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Ricochet has reportedly infuriated many WWE personnel following his recent social media posts and interviews where he accused WWE of ruining his momentum and his love for professional wrestling. Ricochet posted on Twitter that "WWE kills legacies and love of the sport" and stated that the company "took my love of pro wrestling away," adding that he would have preferred to quit and return to the indies rather than continue working there. The AEW wrestler, who currently holds the National Championship, also appeared on The Mark Hoke Show where he called his five-year WWE run a "blip" that tarnished his wrestling legacy.
Liv Morgan revealed she was angry throughout her entire recovery from a serious right shoulder injury suffered in June 2025, saying the injury happened when she had "multiple things going on" and was enjoying her work. Morgan, who returned at Survivor Series: WarGames and won the 2026 Women's Royal Rumble, said she came back with "a chip on my shoulder" and now believes the injury happened so she could win the Royal Rumble and headline WrestleMania 42. She is set to appear on SmackDown this week to address WWE Women's Champion Jade Cargill but hasn't confirmed whether she'll face Cargill or WWE Women's World Champion Stephanie Vaquer at WrestleMania 42.