WWE SmackDown results, recap, grades: Bron Breakker lays out Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn before the Royal Rumble

Many of Raw and SmackDown's top stars converged on the blue brand ahead of the Rumble. Undisputed WWE champion Drew McIntyre found himself in the crosshairs of numerous rivals amid the chaos. Cody Rhodes, Jacob Fatu and Sami Zayn all had their sights set on the champ. With SmackDown's top stars fixated on gold, Breakker struck.

WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Live Updates : Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar To Return, Follow Full List Of Winners from Riyadh

Superstars from Raw and SmackDown will compete in the 30-man event with some big surprises in store. This time it will be the Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble matches in focus, with the winner getting a shot at the title at WrestleMania 42.

WWE SmackDown Preview (Jan. 23, 2026): Start Time And Match Card In Montreal

WWE SmackDown preview, start time and match card in Montreal QC Canada. AJ Styles will appear live ahead of his career match, and Sami Zayn is likely to appear in his home country.

WWE SmackDown results, recap, grades: Randy Orton strikes, new champions crowned

SmackDown also featured two title matches, one of which crowned new champions. Former undisputed champion Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu also mingled ahead of their match on Saturday. CBS Sports was with you all night with recaps and highlights of all the action from Centre Bell in Montreal.