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• 5 YRS AGO – WWE SMACKDOWN TV Report (8-21-2020): Vince McMahon introduces the Thunderdome Set during COVID, Firefly Funhouse with too much overacting and hocus-pocus
The following report originally published 5 years ago this week here at PWTorch.com… KELLER’S WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT AUGUST 21, 2020 ORLANDO, FLA. AT PERFORMANCE CENTER AIRED ON FOX NETWORK Commentators: Michael Cole, Corey Graves [HOUR [...]...2025See more articles Firefly Funhouse breaking news
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• Sami Zayn Makes History With United States Title Win In France
Sami Zayn’s victory over Solo Sikoa on Friday night’s WWE SmackDown in Lyon, France, was more than just his first reign as United States Champion; it was a historic milestone. Zayn became only the fifth wrestler born outside of the United States to win the championship on foreign soil. The rare feat has only been […]...2025Check it out Sami Zayn news
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• WWE Star Would ‘Welcome’ Rematch With Brock LesnarA WWE SmackDown star says he would “welcome” having another match with Brock Lesnar, over five years on from their one and only in-ring singles encounter. At WWE SummerSlam 2025 […]...2025Visit the page WWE SummerSlam news and rumors
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• Chris Jericho’s Theme Music Plays Outside Of The Arena During WWE SmackDown Tapings
Top AEW star and pro wrestling legend Chris Jericho remains the subject of speculation, with rumors suggesting that he may return to WWE once his AEW contract expires. During the tapings for SmackDown on Friday afternoon in Lyon, France, Jericho’s theme music unexpectedly played through the PA system outside the arena as fans waited to […]...2025Check it out Chris Jericho breaking news
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• Logan Paul Claps Back After John Cena’s SmackDown Roast
Logan Paul has fired back at John Cena following a heated exchange on WWE SmackDown. On the August 29 episode, Cena took direct aim at the Maverick during a promo, claiming Paul was not even ranked among the top 25 influencers in the world. He highlighted names such as Druski,...2025Check it out John Cena
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• Kevin Owens Comments On 'Top 1' Sami Zayn Winning WWE Men's US Title On SmackDownFollowing Sami Zayn's title win on "WWE SmackDown," Kevin Owens had something to say about his former tag team partner and frenemy's victory....2025See more articles Sami Zayn breaking news today
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WWE SmackDown injury and suspension
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• Two Big Returns Take Place On WWE SmackDown – Details
Damian Priest made his return on this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown, marking his first appearance in three weeks. Priest immediately went after Aleister Black, the man who sidelined him with a Black Mass three weeks ago, which had left Priest with a hairline jaw fracture. Black was originally set to face R-Truth, but Truth […] The post Two Big Returns Take Place On WWE SmackDown R...2025Visit the page Damian Priest injury
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• Damian Priest Returns On WWE SmackDown After R-Truth Flew To Dublin, GA
Damian Priest made his return on WWE SmackDown, appearing for the first time in three weeks. Priest confronted Aleistar Black, who took him out of action three weeks ago with a Black Mass. Priest suffered a hairline fracture in his jaw. Black was scheduled to face R-Truth, but Truth revealed that he accidentally flew to … The post Damian Priest Returns On WWE SmackDown After R-Truth Flew To ...2025Continue with Damian Priest availability report
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• New Photos Of Brock Lesnar’s Daughter Surface, Shawn Michaels Undergoes Surgery, WWE SmackDown Ratings (8/15/25)On the latest episode of his “Kliq This” podcast, Kevin Nash revealed that NXT head Shawn Michaels recently had surgery to address a back issue. Nash referenced the back injury Michaels sustained during his Casket Match at the 1998 Royal Rumble, noting that the surgery has helped ease his pain. He also mentioned that Michaels […] The post New Photos Of Brock Lesnar’s Daught...2025Click for news about SmackDown Ratings
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• New Photos Of Brock Lesnar’s Daughter Surface, Shawn Michaels Undergoes Surgery, WWE SmackDown Ratings (8/15/25), Mick Foley Praises Current WWE RosterOn the latest episode of his “Kliq This” podcast, Kevin Nash revealed that NXT head Shawn Michaels recently had surgery to address a back issue. Nash referenced the back injury Michaels sustained during his Casket Match at the 1998 Royal Rumble, noting that the surgery has helped ease his pain. He also mentioned that Michaels […] The post New Photos Of Brock Lesnar’s Daught...2025Visit the page SmackDown Ratings
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• Damian Priest Reportedly Injured, John Cena & R-Truth Reunite (WATCH), & More
Aleister Black revealed on this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown that Damian Priest is injured. During Friday’s show, Black delivered a promo announcing that Priest suffered a hairline fracture to his jaw following their match last week. In that match, Black was disqualified after striking Priest in the face with a chair. He then continued […] The post Damian Priest Reportedly Injured, John C...2025Visit the page Damian Priest availability report
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• Aleister Black Says Damian Priest Has A Hairline Fracture In His Jaw On WWE SmackDown
Aleister Black announced that Damian Priest has a hairline fracture in his jaw as a result of Black’s attack last Friday on WWE SmackDown. Black stated that it was not an eye for an eye for him, it was an eye for a head. Black delivered a black mass to Priest on the August 1st … The post Aleister Black Says Damian Priest Has A Hairline Fracture In His Jaw On WWE SmackDown appeared firs...2025See more Aleister Black injury
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• WWE Summerslam 2025 Night TwoBy Steve WardWWE once again filled MetLife Field in East Rutherford, New Jersey to the rafters with a rabid capacity crowd for Summerslam Night Two. Night Two’s card featured six matches with each one having a title in the balance and was headlined by Cody Rhodes squaring off with John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship.Women’s World ChampionshipRhea Ripley vs. Iyo Sky vs. Naomi (c)Winner: N...2025Check it out Night Two injury update
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• Alexa Bliss Addresses Injury Scare Following WWE SmackDown Match
Alexa Bliss has reassured fans that she’s doing just fine after suffering an apparent injury during her match on Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown. The former multi-time women’s champion faced WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Roxanne Perez in singles action. Late in the bout, Bliss delivered a Twisted Bliss off the top rope to […]...2025See more Alexa Bliss availability report
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• Alexa Bliss WWE SmackDown Injury Scare UpdateAlexa Bliss has shared an update following an injury scare on WWE SmackDown, after getting busted open during her match. The July 25 show saw Bliss face off against Women’s […]...2025See more articles Alexa Bliss
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• Alex Bliss Addresses Injury Status After Bloody Nose on July 25 WWE SmackDownAlexa Bliss addressed fans flooded social media with concern over her apparent injury during the July 25 episode of WWE SmackDown. The chaos went down during Bliss’ match against Roxanne ......2025Continue with Alexa Bliss availability report
WWE SmackDown lifestyle
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• WWE SmackDown Results – August 29, 2025
The following are complete WWE SmackDown results from the LCDC Arena in Lyon, France on Friday, August 29, 2025: We open with a shot of Lyon, France, which Michael Cole calls “the food capital of the world”. Having been to Lyon and having suffered some mild food poisoning from a restaurant visit there, I don’t […]...2025Read about Michael Cole
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• Charly Doll Returns On WWE SmackDownCharlotte Flair threw a double celebration on WWE SmackDown for herself and Alexa Bliss. Along with celebrating their WWE Women’s Tag Team Title victory at WWE SummerSlam, Charlotte threw a birthday party for Alexa Bliss, whose birthday is on August 9th. Charlotte got a cake, which congratulated Charlotte (and Alexa) on their victory and PS. … The post Charly Doll Returns On WWE SmackD...2025Click for news about Charlotte Flair
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• PHOTO – Santos Escobar Teases WWE Return With Shocking Makeover
Santos Escobar is stylin’ and profilin’! Escobar, currently absent from WWE programming, has revealed a new look by shaving off his trademark facial hair. The WWE SmackDown Superstar shared a photo of himself on vacation, flaunting his clean-shaven look. Escobar hasn’t wrestled since the WWE X AAA Worlds Collide event last month. However, his Legado […] The post PHOTO ̵...2025Continue with Santos Escobar
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• Santos Escobar Debuts Fresh New Look During WWE Television Break
While his Legado Del Fantasma stablemates continue making waves on WWE SmackDown, Santos Escobar has been quietly enjoying some well-deserved time away from the squared circle. The former NXT Champion recently gave fans a glimpse of his vacation activities through social media, revealing a striki... The post Santos Escobar Debuts Fresh New Look During WWE Television Break first appeared on Pro Wre...2025Check it out Santos Escobar
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• Santos Escobar Shows Off Surprising New LookWWE SmackDown Superstar Santos Escobar is sporting a surprising new look. Santos Escobar took to social media this afternoon to post a picture from what looks to be some sort of vacation destination. However, that’s not the story here. The photo of Escobar reveals a new look for the WWE Superstar, who is now completely […] The post Santos Escobar Shows Off Surprising New Look appeared ...2025Continue with Santos Escobar
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• Bea Priestley Recalls Issues With Wanting To Get A Tattoo And Change Her Hair Color In WWE
Bea Priestley looks back on trying to change her hair color and get a tattoo while in WWE. Earlier this year, Bea was released from her WWE contract after time in NXT and WWE SmackDown following her main roster callup. While speaking to Cultaholic in her first interview post WWE, Bea looked back on her time with the company and the issues that came with her trying to change her hair color or get a...2025Read about Bea Priestley
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• Cody Rhodes Says John Cena Is Paler Than Sting At Starrcade 1997
Cody Rhodes lays out John Cena one more time on WWE SmackDown. Before Rhodes could say a word, he was interrupted by Cena in the final segment before WrestleMania 41. Cena said Sunday will be his last WrestleMania and that he has nothing left to lose. Cena said no one belives in a wrestling retirement because every wrestler is a pathetic loser who comes crawling back, but he has love and joy in h...2025See also Cody Rhodes
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• Cody Rhodes Performs 'The Worm' After WWE SmackDown
Cody Rhodes already makes 'em go "Uhh!" But now, he's making them go "Umm..." That's what happened after cameras stopped rolling, following Friday Night SmackDown. After Rhodes gave a promo about the history of the WWE Championship and what it means to him (and after name-dropping the 'Defy' indepedent wrestling promotion), he gave fans a little after-show, incorporating some of his dance moves. ...2025Visit the page Night SmackDown
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• Nick Dinsmore (Eugene) Reveals His Biggest Royalty Check Came From WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2006
Nick Dinsmore reflects on how much he was paid to be in WWE video games. Arriving in 2004, Nick Dinsmore's character Eugene briefly appeared in WWE during the Ruthless Aggression era. While the character wouldn't fly in 2025, he made an impact and appeared in three video games: WWE Day of Reckoning 2, WWE WrestleMania 21, and WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2006. In a video on his YouTube channel, Dinsmore ...2025See also Nick Dinsmore
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• Charlotte Flair Vignette Airs On WWE SmackDown
A new vignette teasing the return of Charlotte Flair aired on the January 17th episode of WWE SmackDown. The vignette highlighted the luxurious life and in-ring accomplishments of Flair. It was not announced when she would return to television or the ring.. ------@MsCharlotteWWE #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Iuvu88NlP7 — WWE (@WWE) January 18, 2025 Charlotte Flair suffered a knee injury on the D...2025Visit the page Charlotte Flair
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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." - 2024
"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." - 2023
"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." - 2021
"Julius Randle drops truth bomb on Trae Young’s Knicks trolling during WWE" - 2020
"Boston Celtics' Tacko Fall meets John Cena at WWE SmackDown and hilariously towers over him" - 2019
"WWE SmackDown results, recap, grades: Bray Wyatt sets sights on Miz, Roman Reigns humiliated" - 2018
"It was another slow-developing week for WWE SmackDown on Tuesday night" - 2017
"WWE SmackDown results, grades, review: McMahon drops Styles, new tag champs"
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• Chris Jericho’s Theme Music Plays Outside Of The Arena During WWE SmackDown Tapings
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• Maven Talks 2002 WWE Draft: “No One Knew Where They Were Going”
Maven spoke about the realistic nature of the WWE Draft selections during the inaugural draft in 2002. Maven was a WWE Superstar from 2001 until 2005. During that time, WWE had just begun experimenting with its brand split between WWE Raw and WWE SmackDown. While the company experimented with different levels of strict divisions between … The post Maven Talks 2002 WWE Draft: “No One Knew Whe...2025See also WWE Draft trade rumors
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• Spoiler: New Champion Crowned On WWE SmackDown In Lyon, France
WWE held a newsworthy episode of SmackDown on Friday afternoon at the LCDC Arena in Lyon, France. As noted, the show saw John Cena apologize to the young fan from Brussels that he insulted in a viral moment from his first heel promo earlier this year, as well as the crowning of a new number […] The post Spoiler: New Champion Crowned On WWE SmackDown In Lyon, France appeared first on Wrestlin...2025Check it out John Cena
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• Former WWE Champion Has No Plans For Return To The Company
A former WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion has discussed a potential return while reflecting on her current circumstances. Carmella exited WWE in February after her contract expired, bringing an end to […]...2025Click for news about SmackDown Women salary rumors
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• WWE SmackDown recap & reactions (Aug. 22, 2025): Bubblin in Dublin
One thing it’s always worthwhile to remember when dealing with WWE is that the brand split is less a hard and fast rule and more a loose guideline. That’s why it was entirely expected when Raw star and Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch opened this week’s episode of Friday Night SmackDown in Dublin, Ireland. She was […]...2025See also Intercontinental Champion salary
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• Karrion Kross Reacts to Fans Chanting ‘We Want Kross’ on WWE SmackDownKarrion Kross says fans should never be ignored in wrestling after his name was chanted on WWE SmackDown. During last week’s WWE SmackDown opening segment between Solo Sikoa and Sami Zayn, the fans loudly chanted “We Want Kross.” Even though Karrion Kross is a free agent, the WWE Universe continues to show strong support for […] The post Karrion Kross Reacts to Fans Chanting ‘We ...2025Continue with Karrion Kross salary rumors
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• Karrion Kross Opens Up On ‘We Want Kross’ WWE SmackDown Chants
Karrion Kross (Killer Kross) has opened up on the fans chanting ‘We Want Kross’ on last week’s WWE SmackDown show. Kross and Scarlett’s contracts with WWE expired on August 10, […]...2025See more Karrion Kross salary
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• Karrion Kross Addresses “We Want Kross” Chants Take Over WWE SmackDownKarrion Kross is officially a free agent, but that hasn’t stopped WWE fans from chanting his name—and now, he’s finally responded. During the August 15 episode of WWE SmackDown at ......2025Read about Karrion Kross contract
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• Karrion Kross Responds To “We Want Kross” SmackDown Chants
The August 15th edition of WWE SmackDown featured a major surprise outside the ring, as loud chants of “We Want Kross” broke out during a promo segment involving Sami Zayn and Solo Sikoa. Former WWE star Karrion Kross, whose contract with the company expired just days earlier, quickly acknowledged the chants with a simple message […]...2025Continue with Karrion Kross salary rumors
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• Karrion Kross Reacts After WWE Fans Hijack SmackDown with “We Want Kross” ChantsKarrion Kross may be a free agent now, but fans clearly haven’t moved on—and neither has he. During the August 15 episode of WWE SmackDown at Boston’s TD Garden, the ......2025See more Karrion Kross trade rumors
WWE SmackDown stats and results
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• WWE SmackDown results, live blog (Aug. 29, 2025): Clash in Paris go homeWWE Friday Night SmackDown comes waltzing back into our lives tonight (Aug. 29, 2025) with a taped show emanating from the LDLC Arena in Lyon-Décines, France, featuring all the latest build to the upcoming Clash in Paris premium live event scheduled for this Sunday night just down the road. Advertised for tonight: Solo Sikoa puts the United States championship […]...2025Visit the page WWE Friday Night scores
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• WWE SmackDown Results – August 29, 2025
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• New Champion Crowned On WWE SmackDown In Lyon, France
Sami Zayn has captured the WWE United States Championship, defeating Solo Sikoa in the main event of the August 29, 2025 edition of Friday Night SmackDown. SmackDown has yet to air in the United States at the time of this publication, but was taped and aired internationally on Netflix (full results here). Despite some interference […] The post New Champion Crowned On WWE SmackDown In Lyon, F...2025See more articles Sami Zayn stats
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• WWE SmackDown Spoilers & Results (8/29/2025): Solo Sikoa vs. Sami Zayn, More
Full results & spoilers for the 8/29 episode of Friday Night SmackDown live from the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France. On August 29, 2025, WWE hosted a new episode of Friday Night SmackDown from the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France. The show was headlined by Solo Sikoa vs. Sami Zayn. The full results are listed. … The post WWE SmackDown Spoilers & Results (8/29/2025): Solo Sikoa vs. Sami Zayn, More ...2025See also Solo Sikoa
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• WWE SmackDown Results (8/29/2025)We bring you coverage for the episode of WWE SmackDown airing on August 29 2025 from Dublin, Ireland. Missed RAW? You can find the results here. #1. – Winner: WWE SmackDown Results (8/29/2025) The post WWE SmackDown Results (8/29/2025) appeared first on eWrestlingNews.com....2025
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• WWE Smackdown results (8/29): Powell’s live review of Solo Sikoa vs. Sami Zayn for the U.S. Title, Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair vs. Piper Niven and Alba Fyre for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles
By Jason Powell, ProWrestling.net Editor... The post WWE Smackdown results (8/29): Powell’s live review of Solo Sikoa vs. Sami Zayn for the U.S. Title, Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair vs. Piper Niven and Alba Fyre for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles appeared first on Pro Wrestling Dot Net....2025Read about Solo Sikoa stats
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For August 29Our WWE SmackDown results for this afternoon include Sami Zayn challenging Solo Sikoa for the United States Championship, Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair defending the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles against The Secret Hervice, and Melo Don’t Miz take on the Street Profits to determine the number one contenders for the WWE Tag Team Titles. This is […] The post WWE SmackDown...2025Click for news about Sami Zayn
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• WWE SmackDown Results (8/22/2025): John Cena, Becky Lynch, Aleister Black, More
Full results for WWE SmackDown on USA Network & Netflix on August 22, 2025, featuring John Cena, Becky Lynch, and more. On August 22, 2025, WWE hosted a new episode of Friday Night SmackDown from the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland. The show was headlined by John Cena. The full results are listed below. WWE SmackDown … The post WWE SmackDown Results (8/22/2025): John Cena, Becky Lynch, Aleiste...2025Visit the page Night SmackDown statistics
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• WWE SmackDown Results (8/22/2025)We bring you coverage for the episode of WWE SmackDown airing on August 22 2025 from Dublin, Ireland. Missed RAW? You can find the results here. The show opens with a thunderous reaction for hometown girl, Becky Lynch. She’s so happy to be bringing WWE live to Dublin, Ireland, for the first time ever. They […] The post WWE SmackDown Results (8/22/2025) appeared first on eWrestlingNews.com....2025
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• WWE SmackDown results, live blog (Aug. 22, 2025): John Cena returnsWWE Friday Night SmackDown comes waltzing back into our lives tonight (Aug. 22, 2025) with a live show emanating from the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, featuring all the latest build to the upcoming Clash in Paris premium live event scheduled for later this month in France. Advertised for tonight: John Cena makes his return to television for the trip […]...2025See more WWE Friday Night statistics
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• Spoiler: New Champion Crowned On WWE SmackDown In Lyon, France
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• Chris Jericho’s WWE Theme Song Played Outside Of SmackDown, Update On Cody Rhodes/Roman Reigns’ WWE Absences, WWE Purchasing Ads On AEW Programming On HBO Max
— Fans attending WWE SmackDown in Lyon got an unexpected surprise when Chris Jericho’s theme music played outside the LDLC Arena ahead of the show. The moment comes as speculation continues to grow about a possible WWE return for Jericho in 2026. Reports suggest that the former WWE and AEW World Champion could make his […] The post Chris Jericho’s WWE Theme Song Played Outside Of...2025See more Chris Jericho
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• FREE PODCAST 8/28 – WKPWP WWE Smackdown Post-Show – 5 Yrs Ago: Huge Reigns-Heyman moment, Bliss’s dread, Sami’s triumphant return, Sasha-Bayley, more (133 min.)SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (8-28-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Mike Chiari from Ring Rust Radio and Bleacher Report to [...]...2025Continue with Yrs Ago
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• WWE SmackDown Viewership for August 22 Sees Decrease Despite John Cena Destroying Logan Paul in Scathing PromoThe August 22nd edition of Friday Night SmackDown had a lot of memorable moments from top to bottom. This especially included John Cena destroying Logan Paul in a scathing promo. ......2025See also SmackDown Viewership
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• WWE Reshoots The Ending Of SmackDown – Details
Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown took place in Dublin, Ireland, and closed with a backstage moment involving John Cena and Logan Paul. In the show’s final segment, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis approached Cena outside of the arena, telling him he had received word from Brock Lesnar. However, before Aldis could finish, Logan Paul […] The post WWE Reshoots The Ending ...2025Visit the page Nick Aldis
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• Spoiler On Surprise Return During 8/22 WWE SmackDownIreland saw a surprising return this week. WWE SmackDown took place on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Dublin, Ireland at the 3Arena. The night was full of big moments, including ......2025
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• Spoiler On Brock Lesnar’s Message For John Cena During 8/22 WWE SmackDownBrock Lesnar has a message for John Cena. WWE SmackDown took place on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Dublin, Ireland at the 3Arena. During the closing moments of the show, ......2025Continue with Brock Lesnar
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• WWE SmackDown Viewership for August 8 Sees Increase As John Cena & Logan Paul’s Feud EscalatesThe August 8, 2025, episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown was packed with memorable moments and strong matches. One of the biggest highlights was John Cena and Logan Paul started ......2025Click for news about SmackDown Viewership
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• 20 YRS AGO – WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT (8-4-2005): Eddie Guerrero tells Rey Mysterio he is Dominik’s biological father and wants custody, Christian’s new “Peep Show” segment debuts, more
The following report originally published 20 years ago this week here at PWTorch.com… WWE FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN AUGUST 4, 2005 TAPED TUESDAY IN BRIDGEPORT, CONN. BY WADE KELLER, PWTORCH EDITOR -The show opened with a [...]...2025Click for news about Eddie Guerrero
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• WWE SmackDown Preview: John Cena to Speak on Brock Lesnar’s Attack, New Match Announced
Tonight’s episode of Friday Night SmackDown is packed with excitement following the huge two-night SummerSlam event. The fallout from the event’s most shocking moments will be felt, with major appearances lined up, including John Cena’s first public comments on Brock Lesnar’s brutal return, and a special appearance from the new...2025Click for news about SmackDown Preview
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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 ...2025See also Off Script
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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
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• 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...2023Continue with WWE Friday Night
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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...2023Continue with Santos Escobar
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• Rey Mysterio Beats Austin Theory, Becomes New United States Champion On WWE SmackDownAustin 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....2023See more articles Rey Mysterio
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• John Cena Set To Return On 9/1 WWE SmackDownJohn 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....2023Check it out WWE Superstar
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• Bray Wyatt's Iconic Lantern Goes Dark In The Ring To Close Out WWE SmackDownFriday 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....2023See more articles Bray Wyatt
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• Edge Defeats Sheamus On SmackDown In Toronto, In What Could Be His Final WWE MatchIf 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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• Drew McIntyre Appreciates Fans Who Advocated For Him To Be In A Title Match At WrestleMania 41
Drew McIntyre is set to clash with Damian Priest at WrestleMania 41 in a showdown that is a year in the making after Priest cashed in his Money in the Bank briefcase to win the WWE World Heavyweight Title from McIntyre at WrestleMania XL. When plans of McIntyre and Priest started to come to fruition after the Royal Rumble, some fans were upset, feeling McIntyre should have been in a bigger spot g...2025Continue with Drew McIntyre
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• Zayda Steel Fantasy Books WWE Evolution 2, Nick Wayne And Kevin Knight Comment On NJPW BOSJ, More | Fight Size
Here is your fight size update for Saturday, April 5, 2025. Below are the top digital highlights from around the wrestling world and links back to some of the best headlines from Fightful for the day. - In the video embedded above, WWE ID talent, Zayda Steel joins DS Shin of Ring the Belle and fantasy books of potential WWE Evolution 2 PLE. - Check out a digital exclusive following WWE SmackDown, ...2025See also Zayda Steel
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• WWE SmackDown results, live blog (Aug. 29, 2025): Clash in Paris go home
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• New Title Match Announced For WWE Clash In Paris, Updated Lineup For Sunday’s Premium Live Event
The lineup for this Sunday’s WWE premium live event continues to take shape. During the special live daytime episode of WWE SmackDown today at the LCDC Arena in Lyon, France, new number one contenders to the WWE World Tag-Team Championship were determined. In one of the featured matches on the show, The Street Profits team […] The post New Title Match Announced For WWE Clash In Paris, ...2025Click for news about Live Event
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• John Cena To Wrestle Just Nine More Times Before Retirement
John Cena appears on tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown, after which he will have nine remaining appearances before his planned retirement at the end of the year. You can check out Cena’s advertised schedule below: August 31: WWE Clash In Paris (Paris, France) September 5: WWE SmackDown (Chicago, Illinois) September 15: WWE RAW (Lowell, Massachusetts) […] The post John Cena To Wrestle ...2025Read about John Cena
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• Nick Aldis Checks In With New Matches & Segments For Today’s WWE SmackDown In Lyon, FranceSome updates have surfaced regarding today’s special daytime episode of WWE SmackDown. Heading into the WWE Clash In Paris “go-home” episode of WWE SmackDown, which airs live via Netflix internationally starting at 2/1c, and in the regular 8/7c timeslot this evening on the USA Network in the United States, the blue brand shot-caller has surfaced […] The post Nick Aldis Chec...2025See more articles Nick Aldis
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• Piper Niven Unavailable To Compete On WWE SmackDownPiper Niven is unavailable to compete on the August 29th episode of WWE SmackDown. She was originally scheduled to team with Alba Fyre against Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss in a WWE Women’s Tag Team Title match. Niven will be replaced by Chelsea Green. Fightful will update fans if there is an update on Niven’s … The post Piper Niven Unavailable To Compete On WWE SmackDown app...2025See more Piper Niven
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• Preview For Tonight’s Episode Of WWE SmackDown (8/29/25)
WWE will present a new episode of Friday Night SmackDown tonight on the USA Network from the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France. Tonight’s episode marks the final stop en route to Clash In Paris on Sunday. You can check out the updated lineup for WWE SmackDown below: * WWE United States Championship: Solo Sikoa (c) vs. […] The post Preview For Tonight’s Episode Of WWE SmackDown (8/29/25)...2025See also Night SmackDown
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• WWE SmackDown Preview For Today’s Clash In Paris ‘Go-Home Show’ In Paris, France (8/29/2025)
The road to WWE Clash In Paris winds down tonight in “The Capital Of Lights.” WWE SmackDown returns today at approximately 3/2c from the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, with the final “go-home show’ heading into this Sunday’s premium live event. Featured below is the advertised lineup heading into today’s show: * WWE Women’s Tag […] The post WWE SmackDow...2025See more WWE Women
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• WWE SmackDown Preview, Start Time, How To Watch (8/29): John Cena Appearance, Two Title Matches
Viewership information and lineup for the August 29, 2025 episode of WWE SmackDown. WWE SmackDown (August 29, 2025) Venue: LDLC Arena City: Lyon, France Time: 8pm ET, 7:30 PM CET Local How To Watch: USA Network (US), Netflix (International) Lineup WWE United States Championship: Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Sami Zayn WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships: … The post WWE SmackDown Preview, Start Time, How...2025Check it out Solo Sikoa
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• WWE SmackDown: Sami Zayn Should Dethrone Solo SikoaWWE SmackDown is scheduled to occur this Friday, August 29, 2025 in Paris, France, and Sami Zayn is scheduled to battle Solo Sikoa for the U.S. Title. Here are 3 reasons why Sami Zayn should dethrone Solo Sikoa....2025Continue with Sami Zayn
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• Dave Meltzer Thinks WWE Might Add This Match To Clash In Paris CardDave Meltzer believes a match between two "WWE SmackDown" stars could be scheduled for WWE Clash In Paris this upcoming Sunday....2025See more articles Dave Meltzer
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• Torrie Wilson Says She Hasn’t Been Contacted About Being In A WWE 2K Game, Has Her Fingers Crossed For Next Year
Torrie Wilson wants to be in another WWE video game. For years, fans have been calling for Torrie Wilson to be included in one of the WWE 2K games, as she hasn’t been featured in a console game since WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008. This buzz picked up again when Wilson was inducted into the … The post Torrie Wilson Says She Hasn’t Been Contacted About Being In A WWE 2K Game, Has Her ...2025Continue with Torrie Wilson gossip
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• Brock Lesnar Advertised For Two Episodes Of WWE SmackDown, Update On WWE Going Head-To-Head Against AEW All Out
“The Beast Incarnate” is coming to the blue brand. Although Brock Lesnar has yet to make a follow-up appearance since his shocking return to WWE at night two of SummerSlam 2025, where he attacked John Cena, the return of “The Beast Incarnate” is coming soon according to new advertising released by WWE. Lesnar is now […] The post Brock Lesnar Advertised For Two Episode...2025See also Beast Incarnate whispers
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• JBL Explains Why John Cena’s Heel Turn Didn’t WorkWWE Hall of Famer JBL says fans weren’t ready to boo John Cena. John Cena surprised fans by turning face on WWE SmackDown ahead of his Street Fight. Despite speculation that it was part of his master plan, he stuck to his babyface role against Cody Rhodes at WWE SummerSlam. With John Cena returning as […] The post JBL Explains Why John Cena’s Heel Turn Didn’t Work appeared ...2025Read about Heel Turn rumors
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• Why WWE Abruptly Ended John Cena’s Heel Turn Plans
John Cena has made a surprising return to familiar territory, reverting back to his babyface roots during the latest episode of WWE SmackDown. The shift comes just ahead of his highly anticipated appearance at SummerSlam, where he squared off against Cody Rhodes in a hard-fought contest. Despite some speculation that...2025Continue with Heel Turn rumors
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• John Cena Turns Babyface: Everything We Loved About WWE SmackDownThe last SmackDown before SummerSlam had many notable moments, including a shocking turn for the WWE Champion....2025Check it out WWE Champion rumors
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