World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) continues its high-octane Road to WrestleMania on 20 February, with a pivotal episode of Friday Night SmackDown. As the final build-up to the Elimination Chamber 2026 Premium Live Event (PLE) intensifies, tonight’s show features high-stakes triple-threat qualifiers and the potential for major shifts in the championship landscape. WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Results: Roman Reigns Wins Men's and Liv Morgan Claims Women's Rumble Matches, Drew McIntyre Retains Undisputed Title and Other Results From Wrestling PLE.

Where to Watch WWE SmackDown Live Streaming in India

Following the landmark global partnership between WWE and Netflix that commenced in 2025, the viewing experience for international fans has shifted entirely to the streaming platform.

  • India: The show will stream live on Netflix at 6:30 am IST on Saturday, 21 February.

  • United Kingdom: Fans can watch the live broadcast at 1:00 am BST on Saturday via Netflix.

  • United States: Due to ongoing coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics on the USA Network, SmackDown will temporarily air on sister channel Syfy at 8:00 pm ET.

  • Canada: Live streaming is available on Netflix at 8:00 pm ET on Friday.

    Friday Night SmackDown Details

Category Details
Event WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Date & Time (IST) Saturday, 21 February 2026, 6:30 am
Main Match 1 Trick Williams vs Carmelo Hayes vs Damian Priest
Main Match 2 Charlotte Flair vs Nia Jax vs Kiana James
Live Stream (India) Netflix
US Broadcaster Syfy (Temporary move from USA Network)

 WWE SmackDown Match Card

The spotlight tonight falls on two massive qualifying matches for the upcoming Elimination Chamber in Chicago. On the men’s side, a Trick-Melo reunion takes a competitive turn as Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes face off against the formidable Damian Priest. The winner will secure the final spot in the Men's Elimination Chamber match, where a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42 hangs in the balance. AJ Styles Retires: Former Two-Time Champions Takes Retirement After Losing 'Career' Match To Gunther At WWE Royal Rumble 2026.

In the women's division, the stakes are equally high. Charlotte Flair returns to the ring for a major test against the powerhouse Nia Jax and rising star Kiana James. All three competitors are vying for a position inside the Chamber, looking to secure a path toward the WWE Women’s Championship currently held by Jade Cargill.

Additionally, fans can expect an appearance from the Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre. Following his recent statements regarding potential WrestleMania challengers, the Scottish Warrior is expected to address the locker room as the hierarchy of contenders continues to shift.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 20, 2026 10:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).