WWE Raw Results: Ripley and Knight Qualify for Elimination Chamber
Memphis, TN – February 16, 2026, saw significant developments in the road to WWE Elimination Chamber, with Rhea Ripley and LA Knight securing their places in their respective Elimination Chamber matches. The event, scheduled for February 28, is shaping up to be a pivotal night for WWE.
Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifier
Rhea Ripley continued her dominant run, qualifying for the Women’s Elimination Chamber match. This adds to her already impressive list of accomplishments, including being a former Raw Women’s Champion and Women’s World Champion WWE. She joins Tiffany Stratton, who previously qualified on SmackDown, as confirmed entrants.
Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifier
LA Knight also earned his spot in the Men’s Elimination Chamber match, winning a Triple Threat Qualifier. He will join Randy Orton, who qualified on SmackDown, in the match.
Upcoming Elimination Chamber Matches
The Elimination Chamber event will feature two championship matches: AJ Lee will challenge Becky Lynch for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, and CM Punk will defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor.
Other Notable Appearances
Both AJ Lee and CM Punk are scheduled to appear on Raw to address their upcoming title defenses. Liv Morgan, the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble winner, will also be present to determine whether she will challenge Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Championship or Jade Cargill for the Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 41.
Additional Matches
Tonight’s show also featured Triple Threat Qualifiers with GUNTHER, Dominik Mysterio, and Je’Von Evans competing for a spot in the Men’s Elimination Chamber, and Asuka, Nattie, and Bayley vying for a place in the Women’s Elimination Chamber. Sports Illustrated reported on these matches.
Rhea Ripley’s Career Highlights
Rhea Ripley has established herself as a force in WWE, holding multiple championships throughout her career. She is a two-time Women’s World Champion, a one-time Raw Women’s Champion, and a former NXT UK Women’s Champion and NXT Women’s Champion Wikipedia. She currently holds the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship with Iyo Sky.