WWE SmackDown preview (Oct. 16, 2026): Nikki Bella’s WWE world title push is finally here

WWE" data-has-syndication-rights="1" src="https://platform.cagesideseats.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/54/2026/10/nikkibellatwin67.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,0,100,100" /> SmackDown airs tonight (Oct. 16) with a live show emanating from Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. This is the first episode of SmackDown during the four week build to Crown Jewel, which takes place on…