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• Rhea Ripley Responds To Finn Balor’s ‘Friend Or Foe’ WWE Smackdown List
Rhea Ripley seems unlikely to forgive and forget now that her old Judgment Day ally and enemy Finn Balor is headed to Smackdown. The post Rhea Ripley Responds To Finn Balor’s ‘Friend Or Foe’ WWE Smackdown List appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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• Former Fellow Judgment Day Members Rhea Ripley & Damian Priest React To Finn Balor’s “Friend Or Foe” Post
Rhea Ripley hasn’t forgotten what happened in The Judgment Day. The former Women’s World Champion reacted to a recent social media post from Finn Balor after he was moved to the WWE SmackDown roster. Balor shared a list of SmackDown stars and asked fans to weigh in on who among them should be considered a […] The post Former Fellow Judgment Day Members Rhea Ripley & Damian Priest React ...2026
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• Rhea Ripley Responds To Finn Balor’s ‘Friend Or Foe’ WWE SmackDown Social Media Post: I Remember Everything
Rhea Ripley responds to Finn Balor’s recent post questioning if a list of WWE SmackDown talent are ‘friend or foe’. The Judgment Day would go through significant changes in 2024, with both Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest being kicked out of the faction, being replaced by Liv Morgan and more in the following months. Finn … The post Rhea Ripley Responds To Finn Balor’s &#...2026
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• Rhea Ripley & Damian Priest React To Finn Balor Being Traded To WWE SmackDown: ‘I Remember Everything’

Finn Balor’s former Judgment Day teammates Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest have reacted to his official move to WWE Friday Night SmackDown. After months of feuding with Dominik Mysterio and […]...2026
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• WWE SmackDown Viewership & Ratings For May 29, 2026 (Numbers Take Significant Hit For Clash In Italy Go-Home Show)
WWE SmackDown experienced a noticeable decline in both viewership and key demographic ratings for its May 29 episode on USA Network. According to the latest television viewership data, Friday night’s edition of SmackDown averaged 1.096 million viewers. That figure represents a significant drop from the 1.258 million viewers the blue brand attracted for its May […] The post WWE SmackDow...2026
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• WWE SmackDown Star To Replace Finn Balor On Raw

On the June 1 edition of WWE Monday Night Raw, Bryon Saxton announced that Finn Balor had moved to Friday Night SmackDown during an ad break interview with The Judgment […]...2026
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• Alexa Bliss Fires Back at Fan Questioning Her Injury Selling on WWE SmackDown

Alexa Bliss had a quick answer for a fan who tried to clown her backstage injury treatment after Friday Night SmackDown. Following the May 29 episode of WWE SmackDown, one fan questioned why Bliss was shown holding ice packs to her face after Jade Cargill hit her with Jaded onto a steel chair. The fan ... Read more...2026
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• Injured WWE SmackDown Star Makes In-Ring Return Ahead of WWE Clash in Italy

Chelsea Green will make her in-ring return from injury on WWE SmackDown ahead of Clash in Italy. This week’s episode of WWE SmackDown is currently underway at the Olimpic Arena Badalona, in Barcelona, Spain. During the show’s opening, the promotion showed the superstars arriving at the venue, including former Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green, […] The post Injure...2026
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• ‘I Love Her So Much’ – Rhea Ripley Misses WWE SmackDown Star Bianca Belair
WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley has revealed she misses fellow SmackDown star Bianca Belair, having had a conversation at WrestleMania 42. Absent from in-ring action due to injury since WrestleMania […]...2026
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• Jelly Roll Pushed for Different Creative Direction Before WrestleMania 42

Bootleg Kev is giving new insight into Jelly Roll’s WrestleMania 42 involvement, claiming the country star was aware he was being pushed into a storyline that may not have been the right fit. While speaking on his YouTube channel, Bootleg Kev said he is very close with Jelly Roll and revealed that the singer wanted a different WWE storyline instead of being placed in the WrestleMania main event pi...2026
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• Chelsea Green Gives Recovery Update After Heart Procedure

Chelsea Green is officially off bed rest following her recent heart procedure — and it sounds like sitting still has been driving her crazy. Earlier this month, Green revealed she underwent a procedure for S.V.T. (Supraventricular tachycardia). Now, one week later, she shared a positive recovery update with fans on social media. “1 week post op – off bed rest! One thing about me: sitting still is ...2026
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• Paige Shows Off Bloody Head Injury After Getting Busted Open on WWE SmackDown

Paige shows off the head injury she sustained at the hands of Nia Jax on WWE SmackDown. Following their successful title defense against The Irresistible Forces on the May 1 episode of WWE SmackDown, Women’s Tag Team Champions Paige and Brie Bella appeared on last night’s show in a promo segment. It turned physical after […] The post Paige Shows Off Bloody Head Injury After Getti...2026
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• Paige Gets Staples In Head After Suffering Injury At Hands Of Nia Jax On 5/9 WWE SmackDown: “Welcome Back, B*tch!”
Paige may have made it through this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown with championship gold still in her possession, but she didn’t leave the show unscathed. Following Friday night’s broadcast, the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion surfaced on social media to reveal that she suffered a nasty scalp injury during the show that ultimately required […] The post Paige Gets Staples In Head After Suffer...2026
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• Paige Injured On WWE SmackDown – Nia Jax Responsible

WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Paige took to social media after this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown to reveal that she was busted open during the show, requiring stitches to close a wound on her scalp. Posting a photo of the injury, Paige jokingly fellow superstar Lina Fanene (Nia Jax) for the damage. In a […]...2026
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• Jade Cargill Crashes WWE SmackDown Match in Surprise Return

Jade Cargill made an impactful return during the May 8 episode of SmackDown in Jacksonville, Florida, crashing a major six-woman tag team match and immediately putting herself back into WWE’s crowded title picture. The former WWE Women’s Champion had been absent from television since losing to Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania 42, but her comeback made […] The post Jade Cargill Crashes WWE SmackDo...2026
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• Kit Wilson Says A 007-Esque Character Was One Of His Pitches

The name is Wilson. Kit Wilson. After an unfortunate injury to his Pretty Deadly tag team partner, Elton Prince, Kit Wilson found himself as a singles superstar on WWE SmackDown. Wilson ended up carving out a role for himself by calling everyone toxic in the name of toxic masculinity. Being toxic wasn’t the only pitch … The post Kit Wilson Says A 007-Esque Character Was One Of His Pitc...2026
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• WATCH – WWE SmackDown Star Reveals New Tattoo

Ahead of WrestleMania 42, a top WWE star revealed his new tattoo. The star was in action on last week’s SmackDown. On the April 10, 2026, episode of SmackDown, Jacob Fatu wrestled Tama Tonga in a singles match. During the bout, Fatu was seen with a new tattoo on his left arm. Recently, Fatu’s tattoo […]...2026
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"WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton and her top challenger, Charlotte Flair, got personal during their promo segment on last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown."

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"The field for the men's Elimination Chamber match in a couple of weeks is starting to get fleshed out, with Randy Orton toppling Sami Zayn on "WWE SmackDown."

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"Fightful Select is reporting that NBCUniversal was eager to acquire the rights to SmackDown, as it’s been viewed as WWE’s top show in […] The post Backstage News On How WWE SmackDown-NBCU Deal Could Affect AEW’s TV Rights Negotiations appeared first on eWrestlingNews."

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"Julius Randle drops truth bomb on Trae Young’s Knicks trolling during WWE"

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"Boston Celtics' Tacko Fall meets John Cena at WWE SmackDown and hilariously towers over him"

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"WWE SmackDown results, recap, grades: Bray Wyatt sets sights on Miz, Roman Reigns humiliated"

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"WWE SmackDown results, grades, review: McMahon drops Styles, new tag champs"

• Why Finn Bálor Was Moved to WWE SmackDown

Finn Bálor’s move to SmackDown may not have been part of a major draft situation after all, as WWE just wanted him away from Dominik Mysterio and JD McDonagh. While speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer explained that WWE moved Bálor to Friday Night SmackDown because the company wanted to get him away from ... Read more...2026
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• Kit Wilson Apologizes For Missing WWE SmackDown Due To Travel Issues

"WWE SmackDown" star Kit Wilson took to X to explain why he was missing from the blue brand in Barcelona and offered an apology to fans....2026
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• Roman Reigns & Jacob Fatu Contract Signing, Oba Femi Appearance Added To 5/4 WWE Raw

Roman Reigns-Jacob Fatu contract signing segment and more added to WWE Raw. On the 5/1 WWE SmackDown, two segments were added to the upcoming Monday Night Raw in Omaha, Nebraska. Reigns and Fatu will sign a contract for their Backlash 2026 match. Oba Femi announced the Oba Femi Open Challenge on this week’s Raw; he’ll … The post Roman Reigns & Jacob Fatu Contract Signing, Oba Fem...2026
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• WWE Smackdown Results – April 17, 2026

On April 17th, 2026 WWE aired the 1,391st episode of Smackdown live in Las Vegas Nevada inside T Mobile Arena & can watch it on USA Network (United States) & Netflix (Everywhere else). -Kicking off this week’s Smackdown with Nick Aldis hand Pat McAfee a contract per an agreement that they have as McAfee signs […]...2026
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• Pat McAfee Responds To Fans Who Wanted The Rock Or Vince McMahon As The Mystery Caller

Pat McAfee has responded to the mixed reaction surrounding his role in the ongoing storyline between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. In the weeks following Orton’s betrayal of Rhodes, vignettes showed Orton speaking on the phone with a mysterious figure offering guidance. That mystery was resolved on the April 3 episode of WWE SmackDown, when […]...2026
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• VIP PODCAST 4/10 – WKH – WWE Smackdown review: McAfee calls Punk a sloppy fat bag-of-bones and offers 25 percent discount for WM, Sky vs. Jade, fans turn on Sami, Danhausen vs. Kit (32 min.)

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews the Apr. 10 edition of WWE Smackdown including the doubling-down on the at McAfee angle last week with McAfee tearing [...]...2026
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• Pat McAfee’s ‘Major Announcement’ On WWE SmackDown Was ….. ?

Pat McAfee delivered a headline-grabbing announcement on WWE SmackDown, revealing that tickets for WrestleMania Saturday are now being offered at a 25% discount through Monday’s episode of WWE RAW. The limited-time deal applies only to the Saturday portion of WrestleMania 42, which features Randy Orton challenging Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship in the […]...2026
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• WATCH – ‘Spy’ Spotted On WWE SmackDown – ‘Order From Above’ Reference?

A subtle moment during this week’s episode of SmackDown has quietly grabbed fans’ attention. The show opened with Cody Rhodes arriving at the arena, where Nick Aldis intercepted him and warned him not to get physical with Pat McAfee. Shortly after, Jelly Roll joined the scene, offering Rhodes encouragement and advising him to stay focused […]...2026
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• Additional Details On Pat McAfee's WWE SmackDown Promo & Writer Involvement

Dave Meltzer offered additional details on Pat McAfee's "WWE SmackDown" promo last week in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter....2026
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• Bully Ray Loved Cody Rhodes' WWE SmackDown Promo Because He Was 'Telling The Truth'

Bully Ray offers a defense for Cody Rhodes' WWE SmackDown promo, saying that he enjoyed it because he believes Rhodes was "telling the truth"...2026
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• WWE SmackDown results, live discussion (May 29, 2026): Miz vs. Axiom

WWE SmackDown is live tonight (May 29, 2026) from Olimpic Arena Badalona in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, and it’s the blue brand’s go-home show for Clash in Italy. Advertised for tonight: The Miz goes one-on-one with Spain’s own Axiom! Plus, Cody Rhodes addresses GUNTHER ahead of his title defense at the PPV, and more! Get ready with our […]...2026
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• Ongoing Spoilers For Tonight’s WWE Smackdown
WWE is taping tonight’s WWE Smackdown in Liverpool, England, and the results are coming online. The post Ongoing Spoilers For Tonight’s WWE Smackdown appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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• WWE Smackdown results (5/29): Powell’s live review of the Clash in Italy go-home show with Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill promos, Carmelo Hayes vs. Ricky Saints, Axiom vs. The Miz
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• WWE SmackDown Results (5/29/2026)

We bring you coverage for the episode of WWE SmackDown airing on May 29 2026. Missed RAW? You can find the results here. WWE SmackDown Results 1. – Winner: WWE SmackDown Results (5/29/2026)...2026
• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For May 29

Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley responding to their respective Clash in Italy challengers, and Axiom vs. The Miz. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the Olimpic Arena in Barcelona, Spain. WWE SmackDown Card WWE SmackDown Results Results will begin shortly… The post WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For May 29 a...2026
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• WWE SmackDown Results (5/29/2026): Cody Rhodes, GUNTHER, Rhea Ripley, Axiom, More in Spain

Full results for the May 29, 2026, edition of WWE SmackDown live from the Olimpic Arena in Barcelona, Spain. On May 29, 2026, World Wrestling Entertainment hosted a new episode of Friday Night SmackDown from the Olimpic Arena in Barcelona, Spain. GUNTHER headlined the show. The full results are listed. Refresh the site for the … The post WWE SmackDown Results (5/29/2026): Cody Rhodes, GUNTHE...2026
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• WWE SmackDown Results – Jacksonville, Florida – May 8th, 2026

World Wrestling Entertainment held this week’s episode of SmackDown on Friday night May 8th, 2026 from the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. The event aired live on the USA Network in the United States and Netflix internationally. Below are the quick results for this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown: WWE Women’s United States […]...2026
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• WWE Smackdown results (5/8): Powell’s live review of the Backlash go-home show with Tiffany Stratton vs. Kiana James for the Women’s U.S. Title, Fatal Influence vs. Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, and Alexa Bliss
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• WWE SmackDown Results (5/8/2026)

We bring you coverage for the episode of WWE SmackDown airing on May 8 2026. Missed RAW? You can find the results here. WWE SmackDown Results 1. – Winner: WWE SmackDown Results (5/8/2026)...2026

• Sami Zayn Explains Why He Let Gunther Attack Cody Rhodes On WWE SmackDown

The fallout from last week’s WWE SmackDown continued on the May 29 episode, as Sami Zayn finally explained why he didn’t help Cody Rhodes during Gunther’s attack. The issue occurred on last week’s SmackDown, where Zayn faced Rhodes in the main event. In the closing moments of the match, Gunther tried to choke Rhodes with […] The post Sami Zayn Explains Why He Let Gunther Attack Cody Rhodes O...2026
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• Vince Russo Explains How WWE Messed Up Gingerbread Man Funeral Segment

Vince Russo is weighing in on WWE’s wild Gingerbread Man funeral segment from SmackDown, and while he did not hate the bit, he had one major problem with how WWE handled it. The May 8 episode of WWE SmackDown took place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida, and the main event segment centered around a full funeral for the Gingerbread Man. The ring was set up like a memori...2026
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• Trick Williams Receives Huge Honor as South Carolina Declares May 12 as ‘Trick Williams Day’

Trick Williams just hit another huge milestone in his breakout WWE run — because he now officially has his own day in South Carolina. After exploding in popularity following his SmackDown call-up and capturing the United States Championship by defeating Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42, Trick revealed on Instagram on May 12, 2026 that the city of Columbia, South Carolina officially declared May 12 as ...2026
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• Update On Drunk Incident Leading To Fan Getting Ejected At 5/8 WWE SmackDown In Jacksonville
A fan was reportedly escorted out of WWE SmackDown after causing a disruption during the show. During the latest episode of SmackDown, Ricky Saints squared off against Matt Cardona in a match that was receiving a strong reaction from the live crowd. However, near the closing moments of the bout, a loud “hey hey hey […] The post Update On Drunk Incident Leading To Fan Getting Ejected At 5/8 W...2026
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• Lil Yachty Revealed As Gingerbread Man In Wild SmackDown Twist
WWE SmackDown on May 8, 2026 closed out with one of the most bizarre yet entertaining moments in recent memory, as the long running Gingerbread Man storyline took a wild turn with a celebrity reveal. The angle had been building for weeks, with Sami Zayn previously destroying the Gingerbread Man...2026
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• WWE Pays Tribute to Ted Turner To Open WWE Smackdown
WWE paid tribute to the memory of the late Ted Turner in the opening moments of this week's episode of WWE Smackdown. The post WWE Pays Tribute to Ted Turner To Open WWE Smackdown appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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• WWE SmackDown Results – May 8, 2026
The road to WWE Backlash: Tampa winds down tonight. WWE SmackDown emanates from “The Sunshine State” 24-hours before the highly-anticipated premium live event, as the blue brand go-home show takes place this evening at 8/7c on USA Network from Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, FL. * Updates to begin momentarily. Stay tuned … REFRESH […]...2026
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• Carmella Drops Trailer For ‘Hot Mom Sh!t’ Podcast About ‘The Raw Side’ Of Motherhood

Carmella has dropped a trailer for a new podcast about the raw side of motherhood. On May 6th, the former WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion announced that a trailer had launched for a new podcast from her where she will discuss the raw side of motherhood. As of this writing, a date for the shows first … The post Carmella Drops Trailer For ‘Hot Mom Sh!t’ Podcast About ‘Th...2026
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• WWE Botched Ricky Saints’ Name in Awkward Slip-Up After SmackDown Debut

Ricky Saints’ WWE SmackDown debut was supposed to be a clean slate, but now a major mistake has taken attention away from the moment. After stepping onto the main roster ......2026
• Yet Another Botch On WWE SmackDown

Paige was fired up for her first real WWE feud since returning at WrestleMania 42 (Night One), and nothing else seemed to matter in the moment. Despite the chaos caused by Fatal Influence on SmackDown — and the punishment she endured at their hands just a week ago — the former AEW star had her […]...2026
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• Conflicting Report On Charlotte Flair & Tiffany Stratton Promo Segment Going Off Script
WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton and her top challenger, Charlotte Flair, got personal during their promo segment on last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown. Stratton pointed out that Flair has a record of 0-3 in marriages following her divorce from Andrade. In response, Flair shot back with a comment regarding Stratton’s real-life boyfriend, Ludwig Kaiser, […] The post Conflicting Report ...2025
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• Backstage News On How WWE SmackDown-NBCU Deal Could Affect AEW’s TV Rights Negotiations
As we previously reported here on eWn, WWE recently signed a new television rights deal for SmackDown that will see the show return to the USA Network starting with the 2024/2025 season. Fightful Select is reporting that NBCUniversal was eager to acquire the rights to SmackDown, as it’s been viewed as WWE’s top show in […] The post Backstage News On How WWE SmackDown-NBCU Deal Could Affect A...2023
• Big E Backstage At Tonight’s WWE SmackDown (7/21/23)
Tonight’s WWE Friday Night SmackDown takes place from the Amway Center in Orlando, FL. Pwinsider reports former WWE Champion Big E was seen entering tonight’s show. It’s unclear whether he is appearing in some fashion. It’s possible he is just there to visit as a lot of wrestlers live in the area. Big E has […] The post Big E Backstage At Tonight’s WWE SmackDown (7/21/23) appea...2023
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• WWE SmackDown Results (6/23): The Bloodline Civil War Begins
WWE invades the Cajundome in Lafayette, LA for tonight’s episode of SmackDown. Here is what’s on tap for the show: The Bloodline Civil War begins. LA Knight vs. Santos Escobar vs. Butch WWE & NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship unification match: Ronda Rousey & Shayna Baszler vs. Alba Fyre & Isla Dawn Bayley vs. Shotzi with Bayley’s […] The post <b><i>WWE SmackDow...2023
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• Rey Mysterio Beats Austin Theory, Becomes New United States Champion On WWE SmackDown

Austin Theory's lengthy reign as United States Champion finally came to an end on "WWE SmackDown" in shocking fashion -- but not against his scheduled opponent....2023
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• John Cena Set To Return On 9/1 WWE SmackDown

John Cena is coming back, at least for one show. Ryan Satin of FOX Sports reports that John Cena is set to appear on the September 1 episode of WWE SmackDown from The Giant Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Satin also wrote that Cena will travel to India for the WWE Superstar Spectacle event on September […] The post John Cena Set To Return On 9/1 WWE SmackDown appeared first on Wrestlezone....2023
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• Bray Wyatt's Iconic Lantern Goes Dark In The Ring To Close Out WWE SmackDown

Friday night's episode of "SmackDown" paid tribute to the late Windham Rotunda (known to WWE fans as Bray Wyatt) with his iconic lantern closing the show....2023
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• Edge Defeats Sheamus On SmackDown In Toronto, In What Could Be His Final WWE Match

If Friday was the final night of Edge's in-ring WWE career, the legendary Hall of Famer certainly went out with a bang, defeating Sheamus on "WWE SmackDown."...2023

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• FREE PODCAST 5/29 – Wade Keller Post-Show – WWE Smackdown: Keller & Barnett talk Cody-Gunther, Chelsea Green, Jade shining, Tag Division, KORT & QOTR, more (115 min.)

SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch’s Jake Barnett to review WWE Smackdown with live chat and caller interactions throughout starting with analysis of the effectiveness of the Cody Rhodes-Gunther segment and [...]...2026
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• WWE Clash In Italy Spoiler Updates For 5/31 Premium Live Event
WWE finalized a major portion of the card lineup for Clash in Italy on Friday. It was announced on the May 29 episode of WWE SmackDown in Barcelona, Spain, that Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes will defend his title against Gunther in the opening bout of Sunday’s premium live event. The championship showdown between “The […] The post WWE Clash In Italy Spoiler Updates For 5/31 Premi...2026
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• WWE King & Queen Of The Ring Updates: First Two Superstars Declare, Plans For The Winners Of Each Tournament
The stage is starting to get set for the latest annual WWE King of the Ring and WWE Queen of the Ring tournaments. Two names have officially entered the race for WWE royalty on Friday night’s WWE Clash In Italy blue brand “go-home show” in Barcelona, Spain. During Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown, both […] The post WWE King & Queen Of The Ring Updates: First Two...2026
• WWE Smackdown preview: The spoiler-free lineup for the Clash in Italy go-home show
By Jason Powell, ProWrestling.net Editor... The post WWE Smackdown preview: The spoiler-free lineup for the Clash in Italy go-home show appeared first on Pro Wrestling Dot Net....2026
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• Jacy Jayne Officially Declares For Queen Of The Ring Tournament

Jacy Jayne has officially declared for this year’s Queen of the Ring tournament. The 2026 King and Queen of the Ring tournaments are scheduled to begin next week on the June 1 edition of WWE Raw, with competitors already beginning to announce their entries. During the May 29 episode of WWE SmackDown, Fatal Influence members […]...2026
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• WWE SmackDown Preview for May 29, 2026: Confirmed Matches, Start Time and How to Watch

The May 29 episode of Friday Night SmackDown is the go-home edition of the show before the Clash in Italy Premium Live Event. That’s exactly why WWE has put together a solid lineup to keep fans entertained from start to finish. Cody Rhodes Appearance Cody Rhodes will be making an appearance on Friday Night SmackDown ... Read more...2026
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• WWE SmackDown Preview 5/29/2026

WWE SmackDown tonight at 8/7c on USA Network taped from Olimpic Arena Badalona in Barcelona, Spain. Will air live overseas starting at 2pm ET....2026
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• WWE SmackDown Preview, Start Time, How To Watch, Location (5/29)

Viewership information and lineup for the May 29, 2026, episode of WWE SmackDown. WWE SmackDown (May 29, 2026) Venue: Olimpic Arena City: Barcelona, Spain Time: 8 pm ET (US), 2 PM ET (International) How To Watch: USA Network (US), Netflix (International) Lineup Axiom vs. The Miz Fightful will have live coverage of SmackDown on Friday … The post WWE SmackDown Preview, Start Time, How To Watch...2026
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• Randy Orton Advertised For Upcoming International Episode Of WWE SmackDown

Randy Orton is scheduled to appear on an episode of "WWE SmackDown" in the near future....2026
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• Jordynne Grace Flies An Airplane (WATCH)

WWE Superstar Jordynne Grace recently opened up about her experience with flight training, admitting that learning to fly has forced her to confront some major fears. The WWE SmackDown competitor revealed that she was extremely nervous about taking flying lessons and initially found the thought of operating an aircraft intimidating. Even so, Grace chose to […]...2026
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• Blake Monroe’s WWE SmackDown Debut Timeline Revealed After Coming Soon Tease

Blake Monroe may not have officially appeared on WWE SmackDown yet, but there’s now a clearer idea of when fans can expect that to change. After weeks of speculation surrounding ......2026
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• Backstage News On LA Knight’s WWE Creative Status
LA Knight was notably absent from the May 4, 2026 episode of WWE RAW, leading to speculation among fans regarding his current standing within World Wrestling Entertainment. According to BodySlam.net, Knight had originally been scheduled for a short-term program with Gunther before creative plans changed. WWE instead moved Gunther to WWE SmackDown for a feud […]...2026
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• Goldberg’s Presence Felt In Tulsa Despite SmackDown Absence
Goldberg didn’t step inside the ring on the May 1, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown, but in Tulsa, his presence still carried weight. Broadcast from the BOK Center, the show leaned into major storylines like Cody Rhodes and the debut buzz around Ricky Saints. Still, WWE carved out a moment...2026
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• Jacob Fatu On Phone With ‘Mystery Caller’ In Digital Exclusive Ahead Of 5/1 WWE SmackDown

Jacob Fatu has fans buzzing after a cryptic and intense video surfaced ahead of WWE SmackDown. WWE’s social media accounts shared footage of Fatu in a heated phone conversation with an unidentified individual. During the call, Fatu repeatedly said, “I know,” while also adding, “I was different there,” hinting at some kind of past situation […] The post Jacob Fatu On Phone With ‘Mystery...2026
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• Backstage Update On Reason Jade Cargill Was Not At WWE SmackDown After WrestleMania On April 24
Jade Cargill’s SmackDown absence after WrestleMania 42 sparked immediate speculation, but the situation was far more straightforward than fans assumed. The former WWE Women’s Champion did not appear on this past Friday’s SmackDown After WrestleMania, leading to questions about whether her status had changed following her title loss at WrestleMania 42. In reality, Cargill’s absence […] The po...2026
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• NXT Trio Fatal Influence Called Up To SmackDown, Made A Huge Statement To The Roster

Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown turned into a statement show for one of NXT’s most talked-about factions, as Fatal Influence officially arrived—and they didn’t come quietly. While much of the buzz heading into the night centered around Paige’s long-awaited return to the blue brand after more than eight years, the spotlight quickly shifted once … Continue reading NXT Trio Fatal Influe...2026
• WWE SmackDown Sees Shocking Debut Amid Recent Talent Releases
The April 24, 2026, episode of WWE SmackDown brought a massive surprise that could change the women’s division for a while. While WWE is dealing with several roster exits, Fatal Influence made a shocking debut on Friday nights. There was already a lot of uncertainty going into the show. Many WWE talents had left, either […] The post WWE SmackDown Sees Shocking Debut Amid Recent Talent Releas...2026
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• Paige Status for April 24 WWE SmackDown After WrestleMania Return

Paige has officially revealed her plans for WWE SmackDown this week following her shocking WrestleMania 42 return. Paige confirmed that she will be in attendance for the April 24 episode ......2026
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Nikki Bella is setting the record straight about her recent injury, and shutting down speculation involving Nia Jax. The WWE Hall of Famer addressed the situation following the ankle injury she suffered during the March 27, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown, where she teamed with Brie Bella against Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair. Despite being […] The post Nikki Bella Addresses Rumors Of Nia...2026
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• Royce Keys Wins 2026 Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal During 4/17 WWE SmackDown

The April 17 episode of WWE SmackDown was the go-home show before WrestleMania. Las Vegas was already bumping with Mania buzz, and they saw history made on the blue brand. ......2026
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