Cody to Chamber, Jade Retains in Dallas Thriller

SmackDown delivers high-octane action with title implications and a charged-up crowd

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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WWE SmackDown featured a packed card with multiple championship storylines heating up ahead of Elimination Chamber. The women's tag team division took center stage early as Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky defended their titles in a chaotic match against Nia Jax and Lash Legend. Later, Alexa Bliss punched her ticket to the Elimination Chamber, while Jade Cargill retained the WWE Women's Championship in an impressive performance against Jordynne Grace. In the main event, Cody Rhodes emerged victorious in a triple threat match to earn a spot in the Elimination Chamber.

Why it matters

This episode of SmackDown set the stage for several key matches at the upcoming Elimination Chamber premium live event, with the winners earning high-profile championship opportunities. The women's divisions continued to take center stage, while the main event scene saw a major shakeup with Cody Rhodes punching his ticket to the Elimination Chamber. The energetic Dallas crowd added an extra layer of excitement to the proceedings.

The details

The women's tag team title match between champions Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky and challengers Nia Jax and Lash Legend ended in chaos, with the match being thrown out after a brawl spilled to the outside. Carmelo Hayes defended the United States Championship against Ilja Dragunov, but the match was interrupted by Solo Sikoa and the MFTs. In a 10-man tag team match, the MFTs emerged victorious. Alexa Bliss defeated Zelina Vega and Giulia to earn a spot in the Elimination Chamber match. Trick Williams picked up a big win over Rey Fenix. In the main event, Cody Rhodes prevailed in a triple threat match against Sami Zayn and Jacob Fatu to secure his place in the Elimination Chamber.

  • The women's tag team title match took place early in the show.
  • The United States Championship match and 10-man tag team match occurred in the middle portion of the show.
  • Alexa Bliss' victory in the triple threat match happened later in the evening.
  • Trick Williams' match against Rey Fenix was also featured in the middle of the card.
  • The main event triple threat match between Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn, and Jacob Fatu closed out the show.

The players

Rhea Ripley

One half of the WWE Women's World Tag Team Champions, along with her partner Iyo Sky.

Iyo Sky

The other half of the WWE Women's World Tag Team Champions, teaming with Rhea Ripley.

Nia Jax

A former WWE Women's Champion who challenged for the tag titles with her partner Lash Legend.

Lash Legend

Nia Jax's partner in their challenge for the WWE Women's World Tag Team Championships.

Cody Rhodes

The winner of the main event triple threat match, earning a spot in the Elimination Chamber.

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