The lineup for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown has been confirmed.
Tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown will feature a highly anticipated confrontation between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, as their increasingly heated rivalry continues.
The October 16, 2026, edition of SmackDown will air live from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, on the USA Network in the United States and Netflix internationally.
Three segments and matches have been announced for tonight’s broadcast, including Rhodes demanding a face-to-face meeting with Orton, Paige taking on Nikki Bella and R-Truth facing Damian Priest.
The ongoing rivalry between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton will take centre stage tonight as the two WWE stars are scheduled to come face-to-face.
After the latest developments in their increasingly volatile feud, Rhodes has demanded that SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis bring Orton out so the two can confront each other.
With tensions continuing to escalate between The American Nightmare and The Viper, their meeting promises to be one of the evening’s most significant moments.
Whether the confrontation remains verbal or turns physical remains to be seen.
Two of WWE’s most recognisable female stars will meet in singles competition when Paige takes on Nikki Bella.
Both women have enjoyed considerable success throughout their WWE careers, and tonight’s encounter will see them compete in Sacramento.
With both competitors looking to secure a victory, their match adds another notable attraction to the SmackDown lineup.
R-Truth will also be in action tonight when he goes one-on-one with Damian Priest.
The contest brings together two experienced WWE performers with contrasting personalities and wrestling styles.
Priest will look to use his size and power to his advantage, while R-Truth will attempt to overcome his opponent and pick up an important victory.
WWE SmackDown Lineup For Tonight
The lineup for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown is as follows:
- Face-To-Face Confrontation: Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton
- Paige vs. Nikki Bella
- R-Truth vs. Damian Priest
