The Road to WrestleMania 42 just took a massive turn! Friday Night SmackDown on March 6, 2026, from the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, was nothing short of legendary. If you thought the match card for Las Vegas was set in stone, think again. From a shocking title change to a legendary face-off, the blue brand delivered a night fans will talk about for years.
Cody Rhodes Reclaims the Gold in Emotional Main Event
The biggest news of the night happened in the final moments. Cody Rhodes defeated Drew McIntyre to become the new Undisputed WWE Champion! The match was a physical war that saw both men kick out of multiple finishers.
Just when it looked like the "Scottish Warrior" would retain after a brutal Claymore, Jacob Fatu appeared at ringside. Fatu's presence distracted McIntyre just long enough for Cody to hit a Cody Cutter followed by the Cross Rhodes. As the referee counted three, the arena exploded. Cody is now a three-time champion and officially heading to WrestleMania 42 as the man to beat.
Randy Orton Confirms His WrestleMania Destiny
The "Apex Predator" Randy Orton opened the show to address his big win at the Elimination Chamber. Orton made it clear: he doesn't care who the champion is; he is leaving WrestleMania with the title.
However, his celebration was cut short by NXT standout Trick Williams, who made a surprise appearance. Trick tried to claim he was the future of SmackDown, but Orton reminded him who the legend is by dropping him with a lightning-fast RKO. It looks like Orton is more focused than ever for his main event clash in Las Vegas.
The Women’s Division Heats Up: Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley
In one of the most intense segments of the year, Jade Cargill and Rhea Ripley met face-to-face in the ring. No punches were thrown, but the words were sharp. Rhea told Jade that while Jade was built for "show," Rhea was built for "war." This massive match for the WWE Women’s Championship is now the most anticipated bout on the WrestleMania 42 card.
Full Match Results for Friday Night SmackDown (March 6, 2026)
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New Contenders Rise in Tag Team Turmoil
The tag team division is looking for new leaders. In a wild Tag Team Turmoil match, the unlikely duo of Damian Priest and R-Truth outlasted several teams, including Fraxiom and The Wyatt Sicks. They are now the number-one contenders for the tag titles held by the MFTs. Can Truth and Priest actually pull off a WrestleMania miracle?
Carmelo Hayes Dominates the U.S. Title Scene
Carmelo Hayes continues to prove why he is "H1M." He defended his United States Championship against a surprise challenger from AAA, El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. Despite a valiant effort from the international star, Hayes secured the win with "Nothing But Net."
Full WWE SmackDown March 6 2026 Match Results Table
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WWE SmackDown 3/6 Results: Cody Rhodes wins Undisputed Title, No. 1 contenders for tag team titles sethttps://t.co/xRI1KGJHAK pic.twitter.com/FrjKITBjEn
— POST Wrestling (@POSTwrestling) March 7, 2026
Stay Locked In: Next SmackDown Sneak Peek
Tune in March 13 from Phoenix for fallout fireworks. Cody's first defense? Rhea-Jade contract signing? Tag title chaos? Raw crossover invasions? One thing's sure—the blue brand's wild ride accelerates toward April glory.
Relive the magic with official highlights on WWE Network, grab Cody tees before they sell out, and share your take below. Did Cody's win shock you? Who's next in line? Drop thoughts—the Road to WrestleMania waits for no one!
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