Spoiler: WWE Star Expected to Make SmackDown Debut Tonight

Fresh off his Royal Rumble showing, Oba Femi is officially headed to the main roster.

According to WrestleVotes, the former NXT Champion will make his main roster debut on WWE SmackDown tonight. While no opponent has been announced, this marks a major milestone for the powerhouse.

Femi turned heads with his Royal Rumble performance last week, showcasing his athleticism and size on one of WWE’s biggest stages. Now, it looks like the company is ready to test him in front of a wider audience.

He is expected to be part of the SmackDown brand moving forward, signaling a full-time call-up as WWE continues to bolster its roster.

Scheduled for WWE SmackDown on February 6, 2026

• Cody Rhodes opens the show (segment)
• Liv Morgan appears (segment)
• Aleister Black vs. Solo Sikoa vs. Randy Orton (Elimination Chamber qualifier, main event)
• Lash Legend vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Chelsea Green (Elimination Chamber qualifier)
• IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley vs. Giulia & Kiana James (WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship match)
• Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Tama Tonga (first-time-ever singles match)

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Will Oba Femi make an immediate impact on SmackDown—or should he stay in NXT to finish what he started? Let us know your take in the comments.