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WWE Friday Night SmackDown Results and Recap: Cody Rhodes Back On The Chase (February 6, 2026)

This article contains spoilers are results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown for February 6, 2026. You have been warned!Cody Rhodes remains on the war path and gunning for Drew McIntyre tonight on WWEFriday Night SmackDown.

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WWE SmackDown 2/6 Recap: Jacob Fatu Attacks Drew McIntyre and Liv Morgan Weighs WrestleMania Options

Tonight’s WWE Friday Night SmackDown was live from Charlotte, North Carolina, at the Spectrum Center for a ‘Rumble-after’ show following the red brand’s amazing final segment on this week’s RAW.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 6

WWE SmackDown Results (2/6/26): Randy Orton & Tiffany Stratton Qualify for Elimination Chamber

For the 10th time in his illustrious career, Randy Orton is heading to the Men's Elimination Chamber Match. The Viper defeated Solo Sikoa and Aleister Black in a high stakes main event triple threat match on Friday night's episode of WWE SmackDown to qualify.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Cody 'Raheem' Rhodes — The Story Behind the Name

Cody Rhodes made a timely and unexpected cultural reference during the opening segment of the February 6 episode of WWE SmackDown. Addressing the widely

Gail Kim News / Total Apex Sports / February 6

TNA Wrestling Stunningly Sues Gail Kim

TNA Wrestling (under parent company Anthem Sports & Entertainment) has filed a lawsuit against Gail Kim. Kim isn’t just a former talent; she’s effectively the architect of the modern TNA women’s division, having served as a champion, a Hall of Famer, and a backstage producer.

Roman Reigns News / Wrestling on SI / February 6

Roman Reigns Claims He’s Saving WWE After ‘They’ Begged Him to Return

The OTC, Roman Reigns, returned to WWE at the Royal Rumble and wasted no time establishing his road to WrestleMania 42. Roman Reigns entered the Men's Rumble matchup as the 26th entrant and went on to win the match and punch his ticket to the Showcase of the Immortals.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 6

WWE SmackDown Charlotte: Randy Orton’s Road to Elimination Chamber Begins

SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis dropped a loaded card for tonight's show, and wrestling fans should be optimistic about what's in store. Two Elimination

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 6

Drew McIntyre’s Royal Rumble Win Over Sami Zayn Almost Didn’t Happen

There seemed to be some debate regarding the Undisputed WWE Championship Match at the Royal Rumble. Drew McIntyre is still the champion after he defeated Sami Zayn in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which allowed ‘The Scottish Warrior’ to move to 12-0 in the all-time series between the two superstars.

Wrestling News / Trade Talk Sports / February 6

WrestleMania 42 Main Events Changed, As Was Plan to Crown First-Time Champion

The final two main events for this year’s WrestleMania have undergone major changes, shifting twice since the original plans were set. According to a report by Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, things were thrown into a blender when Seth Rollins suffered an injury.

Triple H News / The Sportster / February 6

Triple H Turned Down Shock WWE Royal Rumble Pitch

The Royal Rumble was full of twists and turns last Saturday as Roman Reigns and Liv Morgan booked their place at WrestleMania 42 and AJ Styles retired.

Chris Jericho News / Wrestling on SI / February 6

Chris Jericho Teases Outside Projects Amid WWE Speculation

What does Chris Jericho have in the works? There has been plenty of speculation regarding Jericho's future, as he has not appeared on AEW television since April 2025.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 6

WWE’s Charlotte Flair destroys Ric Flair return rumors in 2 words

There appears have been some confusion surrounding Ric Flair’s in-ring wrestling retirement, but his daughter, WWE Superstar Charlotte Flair, has clarified things.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 6

WWE’s Seth Rollins and AEW’s MJF shock fans with Super Bowl Radio Row link-up

While fans of kayfabe may be upset, WWE Superstar Seth Rollins linked up with AEW World Champion MJF at Radio Row ahead of Super Bowl 60. Videos of Rollins and MJF have surfaced online, with the two even posing as if they are facing off at one point before they broke character and began laughing.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT Results and Review (2/5/26) – Goodbye, Maclin

On the path to TNA Rebellion, TNA No Surrender will take place on February 13, which means in 7 days. As of today, no match has been announced. The card is empty.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 6

CM Punk’s WWE plans for Elimination Chamber reportedly set

Since early Jan. 2026, Finn Bálor has been engaged in a World title feud against Heavyweight Champion CM Punk. Following his failure to defeat Punk at Belfast, Northern Ireland, Bálor continued the feud in North America.

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Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

Paths Liv Morgan Could Take on the Road to WWE WrestleMania 42

We are nearly a week removed from the 2026 Royal Rumble, yet the fallout is only beginning to settle. While the road to Las Vegas is already paved for the men, with Roman Reigns wasting no time in selecting WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, the women’s side of the bracket remains a volatile mystery.