By Jason Powell, ProWrestling.net Editor (@prowrestlingnet)
WWE Smackdown (Episode 1,381)
Charlotte, North Carolina, at Spectrum Center
Simulcast live February 6, 2026, on USA Network (Netflix internationally)
[Hour One] Joe Tessitore opened the show. There was an aerial shot of the host city, followed by the exterior of the host venue… A Royal Rumble recap video aired… Triple split-screen shots showed Tiffany Stratton, Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre, and Lash Legend and Nia Jax, followed by Randy Orton, Solo Siloa, and Aleister Black with Zelina… Wade Barrett joined Tessitore on commentary…
WWE Champion Drew McIntyre made his entrance. Cody Rhodes came out and attacked him…