The Elimination Chamber is in the books, and WrestleMania 42 is officially the next premium live event for WWE. This week’s Friday Night SmackDown is taking place at the home of the Trail Blazers, the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.
Even after Randy Orton won the Men’s Chamber match, the Undisputed Championship match at WrestleMania is still to be determined as Drew McIntyre defends his title against Cody Rhodes on this week’s episode of SmackDown. McIntyre interfered and caused Rhodes to be eliminated in the Elimination Chamber match. Before the upcoming episode of Friday Night SmackDown, we detail viewing information, predictions for the card, and last week’s results. This article will be updated when additional matches are added to the card.
How to Watch Friday Night SmackDown
Friday Night SmackDown airs live on the USA Network in the United States beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET.
WWE Friday Night SmackDown Full Card and Predictions
WWE Undisputed Championship Match: Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Cody Rhodes
Although there has been speculation about which direction WWE will go in for the Undisputed title match at Mania, I still believe that a fatal-four-way is the best direction. Having Jacob Fatu interfere in this match and cost Rhodes the title would set up a star-studded WrestleMania match between Drew McIntyre, Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Jacob Fatu. Would it still be entertaining if they split those four up into two singles matches? Yes, but since all are after the top prize, it makes sense to have a four-way at WrestleMania 42.
Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes Prediction: Drew McIntyre retains the WWE Undisputed title against Cody Rhodes.
Scheduled to appear
- On WWE.com, Randy Orton, Tiffany Stratton, Sami Zayn, and Charlotte Flair are also scheduled to appear on this week’s Friday Night SmackDown.
- Rhea Ripley will address Jade Cargill after winning the Women’s Elimination Chamber
- Carmelo Hayes will host another United States Open Challenge
Results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown (2/27/26)
- Uncle Howdy def. Solo Sikoa
- Oba Femi def. The Miz
- Carmelo Hayes def. Matt Cardona to retain the United States title
- Jordynne Grace def. Candice LeRae
- Irresistible Forces def. Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky to win the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship
- Logan Paul def. Jacob Fatu to qualify for the Elimination Chamber
WWE Friday Night SmackDown FAQ
Where will the upcoming episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown take place?
The event is taking place at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.
What time does WWE Friday Night SmackDown start?
Friday Night SmackDown starts at 8:00 p.m. ET.
How can I watch WWE Friday Night SmackDown?
Fans in the U.S. can view this event live on USA Network.
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