WWE Raw Results & Winners (February 16, 2026): Je'Von Evans wins; Dragon Lee ambushes Gunther; Masked Man lays out Logan Paul & more
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Asuka wins; JD McDonagh & Penta return; Liv Morgan breaks down & more!
The February 16 episode of WWE Raw intensified the build towards the Elimination Chamber, before the go-home show next week. Live from the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, the show continued the qualifying matches for the two Chamber matches.
Additionally, following her return last week, AJ Lee made an appearance this Monday, ahead of her first singles clash against Becky. Also on the show, a six-man tag team match and the return of JD McDonagh and Penta.
Get to know what happened this Monday, as we have the complete summary, highlights, results, and winners’ list for the 2/16 episode of WWE Raw.
WWE Raw Summary and Highlights
The Usos (Jimmy & Jey Uso) & LA Knight vs The Vision (Bronson Reed, Logan Paul & Austin Theory) – Six-man Tag Team match
The Usos kicked off the show, but were quickly cut off by Paul Heyman. The crowd drowned Heyman in boos as Logan grabbed the mic and bragged about selling his Pokémon card for a record $16.4 million. The Vision then stepped into the ring as Heyman asked for a clip to be played explaining why he was in a bad mood.
Footage of the masked man’s attack during last week’s main event aired, with Theory insisting that everyone knew it had been his match to win. GM Adam Pearce appeared and asked them all to head back to his office to settle things. Theory fired back, accusing Pearce of screwing him over. The GM responded that if it had not been for Logan and Reed, his security would have caught the masked attacker.
Heyman then demanded that Bronson Reed be added to the Chamber match. Pearce announced instead that Reed would compete in a Chamber Qualifying match next week and would have to earn his spot. LA Knight then appeared and pointed out that Theory was not going to the Chamber or WrestleMania, then mockingly said he hoped Reed made it into the Chamber so he could “kick his ass.”
Logan reminded everyone that Reed had once put him through a car. Knight responded by mocking Logan before asking Pearce to let him team with The Usos against The Vision. Pearce asked the crowd, who erupted in cheers, then turned to The Usos, who answered with “YEET!” The GM then made the match official.
The Vision bagged the win in the six-man tag match, with Reed landing the most damage and saving multiple pins. After the match, Logan grabbed Michael Cole’s headset and began cutting a promo when the masked man appeared and stomped him into the commentary desk. Reed, Theory, and Heyman chased off the masked man, who escaped by running into the crowd to end the segment.
Winner: The Vision
Grade: B
Backstage Moments:
- Backstage, Adam Pearce examined a large crate labeled “Deliver to WWE” with strict instructions not to open it until 2/28/26. He questioned Eli, the delivery guy who had brought it in, before ultimately deciding to ship it off to SmackDown and leave the situation for GM Nick Aldis to handle.
- Moments later, Los Americanos approached. El Grande Americano voiced his frustration over “Original ” El Grande Americano being placed in a qualifying match and argued that he deserved an Intercontinental Championship opportunity to balance the scales. Pearce shut the idea down, noting that ever since Dominik Mysterio returned, everyone had been asking for a title shot. However, he agreed to give Americano the chance to earn a title shot on the show.
Bayley vs Asuka vs Nattie – Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
In the fourth women’s Elimination Chamber qualifiers, Bayley, Asuka, and Nattie locked horns, fighting for a spot in the match on February 28. Asuka managed to secure the win after locking in the Asuka lock, forcing Bayley to tap out, while Nattie was taken out of the equation. After the match, Maxxine Dupri attacked Nattie near the entrance ramp, slamming her into the screen as security rushed in to pull the two apart.
Winner: Asuka
Grade: B
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Bayley has essentially become the Miz of Monday Night Raw, although, unlike The Miz, she has managed to pick up a few wins amid the losses.
- Backstage, Adam Pearce offered Oba Femi a contract for Raw, guaranteeing that his proposal would be better than Nick Aldis’, and declaring that “The Ruler” needed a flagship. Rusev then appeared and had a staredown with Femi.
Stephanie Vaquer leaves Liv Morgan in tears
Michael Cole interviewed Liv Morgan before Dominik Mysterio joined the segment. Cole asked Liv who she was going to choose for WrestleMania. Liv said she would not reveal her decision and planned to take her time while everyone speculated about her choice.
Stephanie Vaquer then stepped in and berated Liv in Spanish, prompting “Dirty Dom” to translate for her. Dominik continued translating until Vaquer finished and walked off. Liv broke down in tears as Dominik consoled her, and the two exited the interview area, leaving Cole visibly confused.
Translation of what Vaquer said, courtesy of NoDQ.com
“You started your career here. You haven’t beaten anyone. You have the best doctors, you have the best trainers. You have everything. You want to talk about sacrifice? I was born in Chile, a country where pro wrestling doesn’t exist. And even so, I made my way around the world. Japan, Mexico, Latin America, Europe. I conquered everything.
Hiding behind Judgment Day. Hiding behind a man. You need to hide behind your boyfriend. But I’m going to tell you something: I went through hell and made it mine, just to get to WWE and become champion.
This belt, to me, means more than just a belt. It’s for all the girls and all the women who haven’t had the opportunity and still made it. Remember that. If you choose me, you’re not going to win, because I’m going to show you what a real champion is.”
Grade: C
Will the real Best in the World please stand up?
CM Punk addressed how GM Adam Pearce believed he was jeopardizing the WrestleMania main event, but Punk argued he was doing the right thing, stating that the fans deserved a fighting champion and that Finn Balor deserved a title shot based on his accomplishments. Punk continued, claiming that Finn deserved the beating he received, referencing the attack during his title defense against AJ Styles.
The Champion admitted that he sometimes said or did things that upset people, but insisted that was what made him the “Best in the World.” Finn Balor then walked out, accompanied by Dominik Mysterio, and a returning JD McDonagh appeared. Punk prepared for a confrontation, but Balor stated they were not there to fight.
Balor explained that to be the Best in the World, one must train with Europe’s top catch wrestlers, study with the best luchadors in Mexico, survive the toughest dojos, and show up your first night on Raw to beat Roman Reigns, meaning, by Punk’s own definition, the Best in the World was standing right in front of him. He emphasized that he was not jeopardizing the WrestleMania main event, but enhancing it.
Punk responded by questioning what the two were doing there, asserting that all of Finn’s accomplishments were his alone, not thanks to The Judgment Day. He criticized the faction, saying they had been an anchor holding him back, blasted Dirty Dom for failing to defend his two titles, and mocked JD for his large ego.
Punk admitted he didn’t believe they were there to avoid attacking him, but turned his back and called them on anyway, reminding them that any attack could jeopardize Finn’s Chamber title shot. He added that he already knew he was the Best in the World and had nothing to prove; perhaps Finn did.
JD and Dirty Dom attempted to attack Punk, but Finn intervened to stop them. Punk then threw the microphone, hitting Finn. JD reacted angrily, but Finn prevented Punk from doing anything further.
Grade: B+
Insights & Backstage Moments:
- “Don’t turn your back on anyone you fear or anyone you respect!” CM Punk said after the promo into the camera.
- Punk once again planted the seeds of a split between Finn Balor and the Judgment Day and a possible babyface run for the Prince.
- McDonagh returned for the first time since November 2025, having been absent to address his lingering health issues.
- Backstage, Byron Saxton interviewed RHIYO (Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky). The duo stated that they were ready to take care of their tag team challengers and commented on the upcoming Elimination Chamber match. They were interrupted by the Kabuki Warriors, with Kairi Sane declaring that the Chamber outcome was already decided because they intended to ensure Asuka’s victory. The Empress scolded Sane for not showing enough deference, then warned RHIYO that they were not yet prepared for the Chamber.
El Grande Americano vs Penta – Intercontinental title #1 Contenders match
As granted by GM Adam Pearce, El Grande Americano took on a mystery opponent to secure the Intercontinental title shot. Penta was the mystery opponent, as the two battled for a shot at the IC title. Rayo and Bravo Americano interfered in the match, with Bravo trying to hand the metal plate to Americano, when the “Original” El Grande Americano appeared, taking Rayo and Bravo out of the equation.
Penta then delivered the Mexican Destroyer to bag the win and secure an IC title shot in the future. Original Americano attacked the other Americano after the match and once again tried to unmask him, but Rayo and Bravo managed to pull their Americano out, saving him from further humiliation.
Winner: Penta
Grade: B
Backstage Moments:
- Backstage, in the Judgment Day clubhouse, Raquel Rodriguez escorted Liv Morgan outside to get some fresh air and lift her spirits. Meanwhile, JD McDonagh criticized Finn Balor for not letting him and Dominik Mysterio attack CM Punk, ultimately helping Balor ahead of Chamber. Balor responded that if JD really wanted to help, he should let him do this on his own. JD accepted, saying that was fine, while Dominik complained about still having a match scheduled that night.
AJ Lee – Becky Lynch
AJ began by referencing last week’s attack, noting that she hadn’t had a singles match in decades and that the division was very different the last time she held a title. Lee stated that she was not modest and fully aware of her own accomplishments, emphasizing that the women’s division existed before AJ Lee and would continue after her, which was her gift to all the fans.
She expressed her desire to face Bayley, Lyra, Iyo, Rhea, the Kabuki Warriors, Charlotte, Alexa, and anyone else, but for now, all roads lead back to Becky. Lee admitted she was puzzled by Becky’s anger, despite having given her a ten-year head start, and thanked Becky, saying she was the reason she had returned.
AJ then mentioned winning the Intercontinental Championship at Chamber and entering WrestleMania as the champion. She called out Becky, who appeared and mocked the idea of AJ’s title run, claiming it was merely an opportunity to gather AJ’s friends and family for a send-off. Lynch taunted that AJ’s gift to the division had been leaving, and while AJ was rewriting history, she was making comic books.
As Becky continued to mock her, AJ called her into the ring to settle things physically, dubbing her “Becky Bo Bo.” Becky removed her fur coat, asked if she looked ridiculous, and noted that she expected AJ to try a sucker punch. AJ told her she could take the first swing.
Becky stepped into the ring as AJ beckoned her, hands behind her back. Becky stated that she understood AJ’s game and planned to use it as an excuse for the title match at Chamber. Lynch refused to engage, declaring that she didn’t fight in Memphis, dropped the mic, and walked away.
Grade: B+
Backstage Moments:
- In a promo during the commercials, Kofi Kingston announced that Xavier Woods is injured and needs to take time off for a shoulder injury.
Gunther vs Je’Von Evans vs Dominik Mysterio – Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
In the main event of the show, Gunther, Je’Von Evans, and Dominik Mysterio locked horns to battle for the fourth spot in the men’s Elimination Chamber match. Dirty Dom tried using his usual dirty tactics, bringing in the bell hammer, but Gunther caught him red-handed, whipping the hammer away. However, a leaping attack from Dragon Lee with the ring bell left Gunther compromised and unable to get back in the ring.
Dominik stepped back into the ring, hitting the 619, but Evans managed to duck the frog splash to hit the OG Cutter and pin Dirty Dom to secure the win. The Young OG joined Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and LA Knight in the 2026 WWE men’s Chamber match.
Winner: Je’Von Evans
Grade: B+
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- A win, along with a spot in the Elimination Chamber, would help Evans break into the mainstream, while his high-flying offense is sure to captivate audiences .
- A hype reel aired before the main event, revealing that next week’s show will feature a tribute to AJ Styles.
- Before the main event, Backstage, GM Adam Pearce ran into The Vision, and Austin Theory confronted him, yelling about letting Logan Paul get stomped like that by the Masked Man. Heyman held Theory back as he stormed off. Paul demanded that Pearce take action against the masked man, to which Pearce replied that the masked man was as much of a problem for him as he was for them. Bronson Reed then declared that he dealt with problems and that he would take care of the masked man.
WWE RAW Results 2/16
- The Vision (Bronson Reed, Logan Paul & Austin Theory) defeated The Usos (Jimmy & Jey Uso) & LA Knight – Six-man Tag Team match
- Asuka defeated Bayley & Nattie – Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
- JD McDonagh returned
- Penta pinned El Grande Americano – Intercontinental title #1 Contenders match
- Je’Von Evans defeated Gunther & Dominik Mysterio – Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
Who won in the main event of WWE Raw tonight?
In the main event tonight, Je’Von Evans defeated Gunther & Dominik Mysterio to secure the win and qualify for the men’s Elimination Chamber match.
When and where will Elimination Chamber 2026 take place?
The 2026 edition is scheduled for February 28, 2026, and will take place at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.
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