SmackDown Kicks Off with Women's Tag Team Championship Defense

The upcoming episode of Friday Night SmackDown is set to open with a championship match.

Cory Hays of Bodyslam.net reported an early internal rundown for the show, which indicates the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship match will kick off the event.

Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY are scheduled to defend their titles against Nia Jax and Lash Legend in the opening segment.

The event will take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, on February 13, 2026.

The SmackDown card also includes multiple Elimination Chamber qualifying matches and a triple threat main event.

Full SmackDown Card Details:

• Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifier: Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu vs. Sami Zayn
• Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifier: Alexa Bliss vs. Giulia vs. Zelina Vega
• WWE Women’s Championship: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Jordynne Grace
• WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship: Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY (c) vs. Nia Jax & Lash Legend
• Singles Match: Rey Fenix vs. Trick Williams