AEW Dynamite Tonight (Feb. 18, 2026): Championship Matches and Big Face-Offs

Tonight’s AEW Dynamite comes to us live from Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento, and the card has the kind of balance that should make for a strong two hours of television. With major names featured, championship stakes involved, and personal rivalries heating up, this episode feels like an important stop on the road to the next big pay-per-view. AEW has built a reputation for stacking its weekly shows when momentum matters, and this lineup suggests tonight will be no exception.

The headline attraction sees Kenny Omega go one-on-one with Swerve Strickland in a first-time singles encounter that has been brewing for weeks. Both men are looking to solidify their standing near the top of the company, and neither can really afford a setback right now. Omega brings big-match experience and intensity, while Swerve continues to prove he thrives in high-pressure situations. This isn’t just about bragging rights — it’s about positioning in the championship picture moving forward.

The women’s division will also be in the spotlight as Willow Nightingale defends the TBS Championship in a four-way match against Megan Bayne, Marina Shafir, and Mina Shirakawa. Multi-competitor title matches always add unpredictability, and this one brings together a mix of power, striking, and speed. With no need to be pinned to lose the title, the champion will have to stay alert at all times. It’s the kind of match that can quickly swing in any direction and potentially reshape the division.

Outside the ring, tensions will continue to rise as MJF and Adam Page come face-to-face ahead of their looming showdown. Segments like this often provide the emotional hook that ties everything together, and with both men known for delivering on the microphone, expect sparks to fly. Add in the televised debut of the Brawling Birds tag team, and tonight’s Dynamite has the ingredients for storyline advancement, standout performances, and moments that will carry momentum into the weeks ahead.

AEW Dynamite – February 18, 2026 Card (Preview)

• Kenny Omega vs. Swerve Strickland — First-time singles match, high stakes for both men

• TBS Championship 4-Way: Willow Nightingale (c) vs. Megan Bayne vs. Marina Shafir vs. Mina Shirakawa

• MJF & “Hangman” Adam Page — Face-to-face segment building toward future title feud

• TV Debut: The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter & Alex Windsor) — fresh tag team making their AEW Dynamite introduction