WWE SmackDown Results & Winners (February 20, 2026): Drew McIntyre attacks Randy Orton; Kiana James pins Charlotte Flair & more
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Michin & B-Fab return, Rhea Ripley vs Giulia, Kiana James wins & more!
The February 20 episode of WWE SmackDown aired live from the Amerant Bank Arena in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ongoing men’s and women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying matches continued this week with two more matches.
Nia Jax, Charlotte Flair, and Kiana James competed in the Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match to decide the fifth participant in the match, while Trick Williams, Carmelo Hayes, and Damian Priest battled for the fifth spot in the men’s Elimination Chamber match.
A singles match between Oba Femi and Kit Wilson was also featured on the show. Get to know what happened this Friday, as we have the complete summary, highlights, results, and winners’ list for the 02/20 episode of WWE SmackDown.
WWE SmackDown Summary and Highlights
Jacob Fatu interrupts Cody Rhodes
Cody Rhodes asked the fans in Fort Lauderdale what they wanted to talk about. Before he could say anything meaningful, Jacob Fatu interrupted and made his way to the ring. Fatu stepped inside and said that Cody wouldn’t be standing there talking about Elimination Chamber if it wasn’t for Drew McIntyre, claiming he had both Cody and Sami Zayn beaten, and that even Cody knew it.
He continued by saying his focus wasn’t on Rhodes, but on Drew McIntyre. Fatu called Drew out, prompting GM Nick Aldis to appear in an attempt to calm the situation. Aldis said he had anticipated something like this might happen, which was why he had given Drew the night off.
Aldis added that he couldn’t take any unnecessary risks and asked Fatu to give Cody his time before meeting him in his office to discuss matters further. However, Drew McIntyre then appeared in the bleachers, declaring that no one could keep the champion’s name out of their mouth. He said he was the Champion and would do whatever he wanted, revealing that he had purchased an entire section just to watch the show.
McIntyre called out Fatu, who rushed toward him as security attempted to intervene. Fatu began shoving security aside while Aldis pleaded with him not to jeopardize his opportunities ahead of Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania.
Aldis then ordered security to remove McIntyre from the building. Fatu insisted he needed to get his hands on Drew before eventually being escorted away as well, while McIntyre continued boasting that everyone wanted to beat him because he was the Champion. Rhodes responded by saying the world wasn’t coming after Drew because he was the Champion, it was because he was an a*shole.
Grade: C+
Backstage Moments:
- Backstage, Ilja Dragunov approached Carmelo Hayes and hyped him up for the Elimination Chamber qualifiers, saying he would win tonight and then go on to win at Chamber to punch his ticket to WrestleMania. Dragunov then calmed down as Hayes responded that Ilja didn’t need to remind him who he was. Ilja fired back, saying the one thing that would not happen was Hayes walking into WrestleMania as United States Champion, but first, he needed to take care of Tama Tonga.
- Backstage, Nick Aldis continued trying to reason with Jacob Fatu, reminding him how long it had taken both of them to reach WWE. Aldis told him he would give him Drew McIntyre, but that he would have to wait. Fatu responded that he wouldn’t be waiting much longer before walking off.
Ilja Dragunov vs Tama Tonga
In the first match of the show, Ilja Dragunov battled Tama Tonga in singles action, with Solo Sikoa and the rest of the MFTs ringside. JC Mateo and Tonga Loa interfered in the match, helping Tama to deliver the cut throat to pin Ilja and bag the win.
Solo picked up the mic after the match and declared that this was his family tree, that it belonged to him, and that this was how things would be from now on. Ilja jumped Solo from behind, but the numbers game quickly took over as the MFTs overwhelmed and manhandled him. They lined Ilja up for further punishment when Matt Cardona rushed in to make the save, followed by Apollo Crews, but both were swiftly taken out as well.
The arena lights suddenly went out, and the Wyatt Sicks glitch appeared on the screen. Uncle Howdy addressed Solo, accusing him of using his family as a crutch. He said that if Solo truly was the shining light, then he should prove he could stand on his own. Howdy added that the next time he stepped into the ring, he would come alone and expose all of Solo’s insecurities, leaving the question of whether Solo would show up.
Winner: Tama Tonga
Grade: B-
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Backstage, Drew McIntyre was on the phone when GM Nick Aldis approached and scolded him for his behavior. Aldis made it clear that Drew had crossed a line and warned him that if he kept pushing boundaries, there would be consequences. punctuating the warning with a pointed look at the championship. Drew brushed it off, told Aldis to relax, and said he would leave immediately.
- Elsewhere, Byron Saxton interviewed Randy Orton backstage. Orton spoke about the Elimination Chamber match. When asked about his friend Cody Rhodes, Orton began to respond when Zelina Vega approached and delivered a cryptic message, before Aleister Black stepped in, remarking that there was once a time when no one on the roster could get that close to him without waking up in pain. He suggested there was something more dangerous than the RKO and questioned where that version of Orton had gone. Orton fired back, saying the only version of himself he needed to take Black down was standing right there. He told Black to lose the suit and put on his gear, adding that he was heading to Nick Aldis to get a match made.
Jade Cargill confirms appearance for Raw
Jade Cargill said she defended her title on her time, and while Jordynne Grace gave it her all, it still wasn’t enough. Jade claimed that plenty of people talked loudly online, but when they stepped up to her in person, they folded.
She then turned her attention to Liv Morgan, revealing that she would be in attendance at next week’s Raw to see who Liv chose for WrestleMania. Cargill also addressed the Elimination Chamber participants, declaring that no matter who emerged victorious, she would walk out of WrestleMania still the WWE Women’s Champion, because she was still that B*TCH.
Grade: D+
Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Backstage before the segment, Byron Saxton interviewed Nia Jax and Lash Legend. Jax quickly stopped him to say they should be introduced as “The Irresistible Forces,” making it clear that they had their sights set on the Women’s Tag Team Championships. Lash added that they weren’t just aiming for the titles; they were coming to take over the entire division. She warned that anyone who doubted their dominance would have those doubts wiped away at WrestleMania.
Nia Jax vs Charlotte Flair vs Kiana James – Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
In the first qualifier of the night, Nia Jax, Charlotte Flair, and Kiana James competed for the fifth spot in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match. In a surprise finish, Kiana scored the upset victory by rolling up Flair for the three-count while Charlotte had Nia trapped in the Figure Eight.
Winner: Kiana James
Grade: B
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Despite widespread fan speculation that Flair would win the match, James secured a surprise victory out of nowhere. Much like Je’Von Evans’ recent win, Kiana’s triumph has generated significant excitement among fans.
- Backstage, Byron Saxton interviewed Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Ripley praised Kiana James for pulling off the upset victory, while Iyo made it clear that Giulia wouldn’t have the same fortune in her match. Rhea expressed confidence that Iyo would defeat Giulia and then go on to secure her own spot in the Elimination Chamber during Monday’s qualifier. When asked whether competing in the Chamber might distract them from their tag team championship responsibilities, Ripley dismissed the concern, saying they were champions for a reason and fully capable of handling the pressure.
Oba Femi vs Kit Wilson
The bell rang for the match, but Wilson was still outside as he grabbed a mic, saying that Oba had grown a lot since their last encounter. Turning to a feminist audience, he announced he wanted to read a poem. Wilson recited his “Ode to Oba Femi,” which Femi seemed to enjoy. Oba then asked Wilson to read another, but Kit explained he had only prepared one poem.
Femi insisted, prompting Wilson to start reciting an older poem about the nine things he hated about men. As Wilson listed his grievances against toxic men, he mentioned Femi, which provoked the Ruler. Femi dragged Wilson into the ring, slammed him into the corner, and then tossed him onto the mat. Femi finished by hitting the Fall from Grace, securing a dominant and easy victory.
Winner: Oba Femi
Grade: C
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Backstage, Nick Aldis was examining the Mystery Crate from Raw when R-Truth approached. Truth claimed it contained a major award, guessing it might be an Elimination Chamber trophy, and boasted that he had won plenty of awards before, even a Grammy. Aldis corrected him, asking if he meant a Slammy, to which Truth admitted he’d never heard of it. Nick then instructed the crew member delivering the mystery crate to return it to Raw. Damian Priest then appeared, preparing for his match, and Truth assumed he was scheduled to face Damian in a qualifier. Aldis quickly clarified, and Truth quipped that he must have gotten his wires crossed again. Frustrated, he demanded the “bald Aldis” (Adam Pearce) back.
Tiffany Stratton vs Alba Fyre
Tiffany Stratton continued her ongoing back-and-forth with Chelsea Green, since the latter suffered an injury in the match involving Stratton. In continuation of the saga, Alba Fyre took on Tiffany in singles action. Startton managed to pin Fyre after delivering the moonsault, leaving Green in a fury, and the storyline continues.
Winner: Tiffany Stratton
Grade: C
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Only Chelsea Green can make appearances and contribute to programming despite dealing with an injury. Hope Michael Hayes changes his opinion about her.
- Backstage, Cody Rhodes ran into Sami Zayn, who admitted he was struggling. Rhodes reassured him that there was nothing to be ashamed of. Sami responded that Cody himself should feel ashamed. Noting how, during the match, Drew McIntyre had tried to help Rhodes, only for Cody to betray him with a Cross Rhodes. Cody shrugged it off, saying he had simply capitalized on an opportunity, adding that not seizing those moments was why Sami had never captured the title. Sami shot back that Rhodes had been handed the role of the “golden boy,” while Sami had been trying to complete his own for ten years and doing the right thing often backfired for him. Rhodes countered by pointing out that he had faced the same setback in Germany, losing the title despite doing what he thought was right, and told Sami the only obstacle in his way was himself.
- Cody then walked off, and Trick Williams appeared, noting that with friends like Rhodes, who needs enemies? Once Trick left, Sami caught up with Cody, apologized, and admitted Rhodes had been right. He stated that Cody will become the WWE Champion, but asked him to remember that he had some help along the way. Cody nodded, patted Sami on the shoulder, before walking away.
Trick Williams vs Carmelo Hayes vs Damian Priest – Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
In the second qualifiers of the show, Trick Williams, Carmelo Hayes, and Damian Priest battled for the fifth spot in the men’s Elimination Chamber match. Trick Williams bagged the win after delivering two back-to-back Trick Shots to pin Damian.
Winner: Trick Williams
Grade: B+
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- A backstage segment involving Candice LeRae and Jordynne Grace set up a match between the two. The confrontation began when LeRae brought in GM Nick Aldis to check on her husband, Johnny Gargano, who was lying on top of the Mystery Crate. As Grace tried to speak to Aldis, LeRae interrupted, sparking a verbal clash between the two. The argument escalated until Aldis stepped in and officially announced the match for next week.
Rhea Ripley vs Giulia
One-half of the WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley took on Women’s US Champion Giulia in singles action. However, the match ended in disqualification when Nia Jax and Lash Legend attacked. Iyo Sky darted in, making the save as the Tag Champs cleared the ring, standing tall ahead of their title clash next week.
Winner: Rhea Ripley via DQ
Grade: B
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Backstage, B-FAB and Michin returned, confronting Jade Cargill. Michin declared she wanted to punish Jade for injuring her, while B-FAB warned that it was better if Cargill didn’t see it coming. Michin added that she planned to crush Jade’s pride and take the title, leaving Jade with nothing to worry about heading into WrestleMania.
Randy Orton vs Aleister Black
In the main event of the show, Randy Orton battled Aleister Black after their backstage confrontation in the show. Black ended up picking up the win when Drew McIntyre attacked Orton, nailing him with the title, and helping Black, who followed it up with the Black Mass to pin Orton. Cody Rhodes rushed in to make the save, but it was too late as Drew escaped to end the show.
Winner: Aleister Black
Grade: B
Match Insights & Backstage Moments:
- Doesn’t make much sense for the Champion to target contenders when usually it’s the other way around.
- The Blue brand has begun struggling with the three-hour format, and the consistently stacked episodes of Raw don’t help, as they raise fans’ expectations even higher.
WWE SmackDown 2/20 Results
- Tama Tonga pinned Ilja Dragunov
- Kiana James defeated Charlotte Flair & Nia Jax – Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
- Oba Femi defeated Kit Wilson
- Tiffany Stratton pinned Alba Fyre
- Trick Williams defeated Carmelo Hayes & Damian Priest – Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying match
- Rhea Ripley vs Giulia ended in DQ as Nia Jax & Lash Legend attacked
- Aleister Black pinned Randy Orton
Who won in the main event of WWE SmackDown tonight?
Aleister Black pinned Randy Orton to win in the main event of tonight’s SmackDown in Florida.
When and where will the 2026 edition of the Elimination Chamber take place?
The 16th Elimination Chamber event will air live on February 28 from the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.
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