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WWE has just confirmed a last-minute change for tonight’s SmackDown, taking place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
According to the company’s official website, Tama Tonga will face Ilja Dragunov. The match was scheduled following their confrontation last week, when both competitors were involved in a major tag team bout.
WWE shared the following post on Twitter/X to make the match official.
After a chaotic 10-Man Tag Team Match last week, @UNBESIEGBAR_ZAR and @TamaTonga01 go one-on-one TONIGHT on #SmackDown on @SYFY!
— WWE (@WWE) February 20, 2026
📺 8 ET/7 CT on @SYFY pic.twitter.com/0M8SrrDHh8
In addition to the newly announced clash between Tama Tonga and Ilja Dragunov, SmackDown had already confirmed Carmelo Hayes vs. Damian Priest vs. Trick Williams, with the winner earning the final spot in the Elimination Chamber.
Another highlight is the women’s qualifying match featuring Charlotte Flair vs. Nia Jax vs. Kiana James. Finally, it has also been confirmed that Oba Femi will take on Kit Wilson.
Tonight’s event will not air on USA Network as usual due to the Winter Olympics, but viewers will be able to watch the show on Syfy.