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5 Things WWE subtly told us on SmackDown after Royal Rumble

Randy Orton and Tiffany Stratton secured spots in the Elimination Chamber, with Orton qualifying for the 10th time, advancing storylines ahead of WrestleMania.

  • On Friday, Randy Orton defeated Solo Sikoa and Aleister Black to qualify for the Men's Elimination Chamber, while Tiffany Stratton beat Chelsea Green and Lash Legend to secure a spot in the Women's Elimination Chamber in Chicago later this month.
  • Qualifying bouts on SmackDown determine shots at Drew McIntyre's WWE Championship and WrestleMania, while McIntyre said Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu should be disqualified after attacking him.
  • On Friday, Randy Orton avoided a Black Mass and struck Aleister Black with an RKO to qualify for the Men's Elimination Chamber, marking his 10th appearance, while Tiffany Stratton finished Chelsea Green with the 'Prettiest Moonsault Ever'.
  • Orton will be locked inside the Chamber with five other men, vying for a shot at Drew McIntyre's WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42, while Tiffany Stratton's victory boosts her push to regain the Women's Title.
  • The show also indicated additional Chamber opportunities, noting at least one competitor will get another chance to qualify next week as commitments clear, with matches including Jade Cargill vs Jordynne Grace and Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY defending titles.
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