Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for May 26, 2023

Austin Theory retains the WWE United States Championship against Sheamus. During the match, Theory grabs a chair as Sheamus goes for a Brogue Kick, and afterwards, Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince) show up and get involved. As Sheamus hits Kit Wilson with the Ten Beats of the Bodhrain, Theory retains with a schoolkid pin. After the match, Butch and Ridge Holland chase Pretty Deadly into the crowd.

Backstage, The Bloodline meet in Roman Reigns' dressing room. Paul Heyman tells The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) that Roman Reigns will be making it up to them by inviting them to Roman's 1,000-day reign celebration next week. Roman says he wants the entire family there, including Jey, but does not mention Jimmy. As Jimmy takes offense and tris to leave, Roman tells him to sit down. Jimmy stays standing up, and Roman dares him to do something, saying he could whup him then and can whup him now and that he will respect, obey and acknowledge him before telling him to leave. Jey leaves along with Jimmy.

Raquel Rodriguez and Shotzi beat Damage CTRL (Bayley and Iyo Sky) when Iyo Sky's top rope senton can't break Raquel's pinfall attempt on Bayley.

We see video packages for Seth "Freakin'" Rollins and "The Phenomenal One" AJ Styles before their match for the new WWE World Heavyweight Championship at Night of Champions.

Cameron Grimes beats Ashante "Thee" Adonis. After the match, Cameron Grimes is attacked out of nowhere from behind by Baron Corbin.

Bianca Belair heads to the ring. Bianca talks about her championship match with Asuka at Night of Champions, and says it is against a different Asuka from who she knew and does not respect. She says that Asuka wants more than her title, and if she wanted a rematch, all she had to do was ask; instead, Asuka showed up in her hometown and misted her in front of her family and friends, then nearly did it again when she tried to help Zelina Vega. While the blue mist is still affecting her a little bit, her mind has never been more clear, and she is not giving Asuka a rematch, but a fight, at Night of Champions, until she retains her title. Suddenly, Asuka's entrance music hits, but Bianca is attacked from behind by Asuka, who puts her in a cross arm breaker until officials go after her. Asuka soon rushes at Bianca again, and throws Asuka into the officials with a K.O.D., which allows Asuka to run away.

The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) guest on commentary for the next match.

LA Knight beats Rick Boogs after raking Boogs' eyes before hitting the BFT. After the match, LA Knight threatens to beat The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) up for talking trash about him, then says that he took the trash out with Rick Boogs and that the Profits' time is coming.

Scarlett holds a tarot card with "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles on it as Karrion Kross says an arrogant man sees one road in front of him but not the danger that lies in wait, then says Styles should be asking himself what condition he will be in after Kross victimizes him.

We see a video package for Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre.

"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles beats Karrion Kross. During the match, Scarlett grabs Styles from the outside of the ring, but she is chased around and to the back by "Michin" Mia Yim.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, who says that Seth "Freakin'" Rollins can be what he wants, but only he can be phenomenal and he will put a phenomenal beating to become WWE World Heavyweight Champion.

It's time for The Kevin Owens Show. Tonight's guests are Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa after Owens declares it "The Kevin and Sami Show." Paul Heyman suddenly shows up and says that Roman Reigns only shows up when he wants to, then The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up. Jey says he and Jimmy did not forget what Kevin and Sami did to them last week, and that Kevin and Sami have a bigger problem in front of them. Owens says he wanted to talk to The Usos anyway. Owens says he does not get why Sami cares about The Usos, but he feels The Usos deserve better. He says Sami was right has been right about that and how Roman has treated them, as The Usos are the heart of Roman's table. He then says that Roman uses The Usos and treats them as "the appendix of the table" as if they were expendable and have gone from the greatest tag team to Roman's errand boys, but Jimmy Uso says that as far as things go, he is the Tribal Chief. Roman Reigns' entrance theme immediately hits, then Roman confronts The Usos and tosses the microphons out of The Usos' hands. Sami asks Roman if he knows that The Bloodline is collapsing and if it is all his fault. When Roman knocks the microphone out of Sami's hand, Owens hits Roman with a Stunner, starting a brawl. Solo Sikoa shows up and lays out Owens and Sami, then tosses Sami into a Spear by Roman Reigns. Jey then hands the tag team titles to both Roman and Solo as Jimmy is reluctant to hand them off to Roman, then Roman lifts all four tag team belts to end the show.Solo Sikoa shows up and lays out Owens and Sami, then tosses Sami into a Spear by Roman Reigns. Jey then hands the tag team titles to both Roman and Solo as Jimmy is reluctant to hand them off to Roman, then Roman lifts all four tag team belts to end the show.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for May 19, 2023

Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and Solo Sikoa head to the ring to start tonight's show. Before Roman can say much of anything, Kevin Owens shows up, followed by Sami Zayn. Roman says he was going to bring Owens and Sami out here anyway, and that there are two things they can do right now. He then says it is time for them to acknowledge their Tribal Chief and then drop off the tag titles and see themselves out. Owens tosses his tag titles out of the ring and gets closer to Roman and Solo, then Roman says they do not want to talk to Owens anyway before Roman addresses Sami, saying his only regret in his stunning career is wasting his life on him. Sami says his only regret is not blasting Roman with the chair sooner, then says it has been a long time coming and that Roman's greed has led him face-to-face to him again. Sami then tells Roman that during his whole life, Roman has been told he is the best and has gotten everything he has ever wanted, but at Night of Champions, he will not get the tag team titles. Sami then tells Roman it is not happening because he is not as good as him, Owens or The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). As Roman tells Sami he took it easy on him, Owens sees The Usos coming from behind, but The Usos still attack Owens and Sami. Roman tells The Usos that he told them not to come into his ring, then accidentally bumps into Solo Sikoa as he stops himself and leaves.

Backstage, Roman Reigns tells The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) that he did not need their help and that he had something he wanted to say to Sami Zayn, then says he is the one that makes the choices that keeps them in the promised land before angrily dismissing them.

Sheamus guests on commentary for the next match.

Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince) beat The Brawling Brutes (Ridge Holland and Butch).

In memory of "Superstar" Billy Graham, 1943 - 2023.

Before the next match, Kayla Braxton interviews Zelina Vega. She says that when she received the love from the people of Puerto Rico at Backlash, she knew that she belonged and that nothing else mattered, and that she can go toe to toe with the best of the best. Zelina then says that Asuka will see that she is ready.

Asuka beats Zelina Vega by submission. After the match, Asuka refuses to let go of her submission hold, and Bianca Belair makes the save. Asuka tries to sneak back into the ring, but when Bianca grabs her, Asuka spits the blue mist at her. This time, however, the blue mist barely hits Bianca.

It's time for The Grayson Waller Effect. Tonight's guest is "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles. Grayson talks about how Styles told him to be phenomenal for over twenty years when they met in NXT, then asks about what winning the World Heavyweight Championship would mean to him. Styles says he has been out with an injury and that it was the longest he had ever been out of the ring, and when he was cleared, he trained harder than ever before because he knew he would get an opportunity and now he has the chance to become a champion. He says that he wants the championship more than the air that he breathes, then says that while Seth "Freakin'" Rollins is on a movie set and he is happy for him, he hopes he is doing what he needs to do so he can be ready, because he knows that he is. Waller says he looks forward to the end when Rollins wins, which gets Styles' dander up and causes a staredown.

Backstage, The Latino World Order (Rey Mysterio, Santos Escobar, Joaquin Wilde, Cruz del Toro) talk about The Usos. They agree that The Usos are good, but they will prove that they are better and that they will find out what happens when they mess with the LWO.

Before the next match, LA Knight says that he is looking for titles and that the tag team titles are not safe either, and that while The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkinsa nd Montez Ford) are talking trash, he can beat them with anybody and lead a team to victory with Rick Boogs.

The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) beat LA Knight and Rick Boogs. After the match, LA Knight helps Rick Boogs up only to lay him out with the Blunt Force Trauma.

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Cameron Grimes, who is amazed that he has amassed the fastest victory in SmackDown history, and he is focused and determined to go to the moon.

We hear from Karrion Kross and Scarlett. Kross says that justice is blind and that he is the imminent threat to justice. Scarlett then reveals that "Allen" - "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles - is Kross' next target.

Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre beat Valentina Feroz and Yulisa Leon (who is now back from injury).

It is announced that Liv Morgan will be out of action for some time and that she and Raquel will have to relinquish the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships. In two weeks, there will be a Fatal 4-Way to decide a new championship team, and Raquel must find a new partner as part of the match.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Raquel Rodriguez, who commends Liv Morgan for pulling through in their match last week and says she is a champion. She says it was tough to relinquish the women's tag titles, then Damage CTRL (Bayley and Iyo Sky) shows up. Bayley commends Dakota Kai, then blames Raquel for Dakota's injury before saying she will see her in the ring on Monday.

Austin Theory heads to the ring. Theory says that Bobby Lashley and Sheamus both jumped him, and that they knew he would have won, beaten Seth Rollins, and become the new World Heavyweight Champion. He then says that Lashley follows him and has a weird obsession with him, then says that he and Sheamus have things in common as they are both tough, strong and have beaten John Cena despite a 12- or 13-year difference. Sheamus heads to the ring, then goes for a microphone before suddenly turning around, hitting Theory with a Brogue Kick and symbolically dropping the microphone.

Backstage, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) are met by Paul Heyman. Heyman says he has it all under control as that Roman Reigns forgives them, even though he will not be at ringside in order to prepare for the next two weeks. He then says that The Latino World Order (Rey Mysterio and Santos Escobar) are an easy team to beat, then tells them to make their win a spoiler, not a prediction.

The Latino World Order (Rey Mysterio and Santos Escobar) beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) after Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn show up and distract The Usos. Backstage, Roman Reigns is disappointed. Solo Sikoa gets up, but Roman holds him back.

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Rick Boogs beats Cedric Alexander.

Bronson Reed beats Dexter Lumis.

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 30, 2023

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Cody says that he is not the same person he was when he started his journey fifteen years ago, and that he has thought about his first show at Ohio Valley Wrestling when he thought he would be WWE Champion in two years or the next John Cena. He says that if he could go back and talk to his younger self, he actually would not tell him exactly how his career would really go because everything in his career has been "100% worth it." He says that wrestling - and WWE - has more than one royal family, and for that to be true, he has to stand across from another and stand across Roman Reigns, and while he has respect for Roman, he will end his championship reign at WrestleMania. Suddenly, The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Dominik Mysterio) show up, and Finn Balor asks Cody if he is returning to do something original or knock off his old stuff like he has done before. Dominik says that Cody ruined their plans at Royal Rumble even as Rhea Ripley succeeded at hers. He goes on to say that he should have won the Royal Rumble, then Finn Balor jokingly asks what happened to Rey Mysterio. Dominik says that Cody put his hands on him and ruined his moment, but if Cody did that in prison, he would have "got got." Damian Priest says Dominik should be the only multi-generational talent headling WrestleMania, not some suck-up who is given whatever he wants. After stating that Rhea worked to win her Rumble match, he says that Cody was handed the #30 position in his. Dominik says that Cody owes him for ruining his Royal Rumble moment, but Cody interrupts and asks Dominik if he is trying to scare him straight. As he says he has respect for Rey, Dominik says he has none for him or anyone else's father. The crowd soon chants "Kick his ass!" before Cody contemplates whether to play it safe for the next 62 says to kick anyone in The Judgment Day's ass tonight. Before the commercial break, Edge suddenly runs out and attacks The Judgment Day, and officials and security have to break up the brawl as Cody joins in on the brawl.

It is announced that "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes will face Finn Balor later tonight.

Seth "Freakin'" Rollins beats Chad Gable to qualify for the United States Championship Elimination Chamber Match after reversing the ankle lock into a Pedigree.

Iyo Sky beats Candice LeRae following the distraction from Bayley.

Rhea Ripley heads to the ring. Ripley talks about her Royal Rumble victory, then mentions her choice of champion at WrestleMania. She talks about her WrestleMania loss to Charlotte Flair three years ago and says Charlotte put her in her place. She says that Charlotte is always in the title picture and at the top of her game, but she also gets better every year. Rhea then says that she is "the disruptor," and advises Charlotte Flair to enjoy the fans rising and bowing, as they will soon rise to her. She says she will put Charlotte in her place at WrestleMania, then officially announces that she will face Charlotte.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. Rollins says he will go on to Elimination Chamber, beat five other opponents, take the United States title from Austin Theory and head to WrestleMania. On the subject of Logan Paul eliminating him in the Royal Rumble, however, Rollins walks away.

WrestleMania 39 is in 61 days!

Johnny Gargano beats Baron Corbin to qualify for the United States Championship Elimination Chamber Match after Dexter Lumis puts a throwing axe through JBL's hat to discourage him from interfering.

It's time for The VIP Lounge. Tonight's guest is Austin Theory. Theory talks about how he used to watch The VIP Lounge when he was a kid, then says that he himself can make it The VIP Lounge. MVP says trends come and go, but classics never go out of style, then asks Theory where he head is at. Theory reminds MVP that MVP said Bobby Lashley can beat him, then says he was messing with him and mentions that he can survive the Elimination Chamber after what Brock Lesnar did to him. He says that he is the aggressiveness the new generation needs and that no amount of aggression can stop him. MVP says he can see himself in Theory, but reminds Theory there is no telling who will be in the match with him. After a discussion about how dangerous Bobby Lashley is, Theory says that Lashley and MVP should be worried about Lashley's health, not his, as MVP's "meal ticket" is about to be eaten up by Brock Lesnar. Lashley shows up and attacks Theory, but when Lashley goes for a Spear, Theory pulls MVP into harm's way before retreating.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio). Finn Balor says he thought Edge would have had enough, and tells Edge he is not hard to fight. He then says "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes has stolen from him for years, and tonight, he is coming to collect.

The Miz is in the ring. As he talks about how he was disrespected and attacked by Kevin Owens last week, his bad luck at the men's Royal Rumble, and no chance to enter the Elimination Chamber match, WWE official Adam Pearce shows up. Pearce says that someone has been beating down his door for that same opportunity, then introduces Rick Boogs, who is back from injury. As Rick Boogs rocks out, The Miz is offended at the fact that Pearce wants him to have a match with Boogs in a suit, but Pearce says Miz always talks about how awesome he is and that he cannot think of a better way to prove it, then makes the match official.

Rick Boogs quickly beats The Miz.

Backstage, Maximum Male Models (Maxxine Dupri, Mansoor, Mace) notice Otis backstage. Mansoor thinks Otis is grotesque, but Maxxine Dupri says "It's perfect."

Bayley heads to the ring. Bayley brags about how Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky) took Becky Lynch out last week and how dominant they were at Royal Rumble to the point that she eliminated Becky Lynch, then says she is done with Becky Lynch. Becky Lynch shows up and says they are not done until she says they are, as she needed to make sure Damage CTRL did not win the Royal Rumble after costing the fans a steel cage match because Bayley is scared of her. Bayley says she is smart and that Becky has to make everything about herself, then says that Becky is overrated and is not good enough to be famous, to be a champion, to be the ring with her one-on-one, or for her husband Seth Rollins. She also says that Seth married her only because he knocked her up. Becky says she thought they were fighting only over wrestling, but knows this is personal, and demands a steel cage match with her next week. Bayley declines, then Becky heads to the back and drags Dakota Kai - with a chair around her ankle - to the stage. Becky threatens to injure Dakota if she does not get what she wants, and Bayley accepts. Becky tells Bayley she can bring her friends with her, but she might want to check on Iyo Sky first. She then leaves.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews WWE official Adam Pearce, who announces that Bayley vs. Becky Lynch in a steel cage will happen next week and that there will be a women's Elimination Chamber match will decide who faces Bianca Belair at WrestleMania. He says that the final four of the women's Royal Rumble outside of Rhea have qualified, and that there will be qualifying matches to decide the final two participants. Suddenly, Chelsea Green shows up and asks if Adam Pearce is "the manager" before complaining about her Royal Rumble elimination and the lack of special treatment.

Bronson Reed beats Dolph Ziggler to qualify for the United States Championship Elimination Chamber Match.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Carmella, who has not been seen in seven months. Carmella wants a little more exciting and enthusiasm, as she is about to come back on top where she belongs when she qualifies for the women's Elimination Chamber match. Asuka suddenly shows up, and as Carmella says she is not scared of her, Asuka smiles and shows that her teeth are blue. Carmella leaves as blue mist spills out of her mouth.

In the locker room, Byron Saxton interviews Rick Boogs. He says it feels like he is climbing a mountain in a loincloth and he wants to scream at the top of his lungs. He says it is great to be back, and while the road to recovery has been long, he is back. As The Street Profits talk about how Rick can shred on a guitar, Elias says it takes time to be an artist. Byron Saxton then mentions the Elimination Chamber qualifying match between Montez Ford and Elias as well as Dawkins' qualifying match against Damian Priest. Both men say they will win and must become United States Champion, but Angelo Dawkins says he will beat Damian Priest and go on to be champion.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes beats Finn Balor after Edge shows up and attacks Damian Priest and Dominik Mysterio while "The Glamazon" Beth Phoenix shows up and hits Rhea Ripley with a Spear when Rhea attacks Edge. Edge then distracts Finn Balor as he goes for the Coup de Grace, and that allows Cody to win after hitting Finn with the Cross Rhodes three times.

This week on Raw Talk: Bronson Reed! Austin Theory! Carmella!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for April 1, 2022

We see a video package for the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal.

Madcap Moss last eliminates Finn Balor to win the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. After the match, Madcap Moss says he looked up to Andre the Giant ever since he was a little kid and he always wanted to follow in his footsteps, and he did it. He then says a battle royal named after the smartest Texans is called a "cattle royal."

Ricochet retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Humberto and Angel following a top rope 630 splash on Angel into a Recoil on Humberto after Humberto and Angel argue over who wins the title during the match.

We see a video package of the events leading up to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's appearance on The Kevin Owens Show at WrestleMania.

Liv Morgan, Rhea Ripley, Natalya and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler watch the next match from ringside after it is announced that they along with Naomi, Sasha Banks, Queen Zelina and Carmella will compete for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania.

Naomi and Sasha Banks beat Carmella and Queen Zelina.

In footage from earlier today, Kayla Braxton interviews "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey at her personal training grounds. Ronda says she is expertly handling her anger until WrestleMania, when Charlotte Flair will either tap out or lose her arm when she rips it off and gives it to her family as a souvenir.

We see a video package of the events leading up to "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey vs. Charlotte Flair for the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship at WrestleMania.

Charlotte Flair shows up. She says that what she has done to "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey is better than any Oscar-caliber movie and that Ronda is angry that she will destroy her regardless of what submission she puts her in. She says that Ronda is acting like everything is cool, but everyone knows better, and says she is what is really cool compared to Ronda. Charlotte says she will take Ronda to school and teach her what cool is really all about.

Backstage, Happy Corbin pranks Madcap Moss with Drew McIntyre's sword.

We see a video package for Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar in a WWE Championship and Universal Championship unification match at WrestleMania.

As Rick Boogs plays Shinsuke Nakamura to the ring, Austin Theory shows up from behind the barricade and trips Pat McAfee off the commentary table. Pat McAfee chases Austin Theory to the back. Once again, Austin Theory hides in Vince McMahon's office, but McAfee kicks the door in. McMahon confronts McAfee and tells him to do his job.

Rick Boogs vs. Jimmy Uso ends in a no-contest. During the match, Austin Theory shows up and toss a fan's drink at Pat McAfee, but when he runs away, Finn Balor grabs Austin Theory, sends him into the ring, and proceeds to beat him up. This ends the match.

Austin Theory and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat Shinsuke Nakamura, Rick Boogs and Finn Balor in a six-man tag match after tripping Finn Balor off the top to stop the Coup de Grace. After the match, Pat McAfee gets on the ring apron, but gets back down tot he commentary table as Austin Theory dares McAfee to hit him after Michael Cole talks McAfee down.

It's time for Happy Talk. Madcap Moss says tonight's edition is a special edition that will be "extra happy," and after Moss celebrates his Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal, Corbin brags about stealing Drew McIntyre's sword Angela. Corbin calls it his "lucky WrestleMania sword" before running down his list of WrestleMania moments and proclaiming that he will beat Drew McIntyre once and for all, and calls what is "a fancy accessory" for McIntyre a "dangerous weapon" and "insurance policy" for himself. Corbin says that the sword deserves a happy name like "Euphoria," then Corbin says that McIntyre's sword and his late mother have something in common in that McIntyre lost them both. McIntyre shows up, knocks out Madcap Moss on the ramp, then grabs a chair and throws it at Corbin before swinging Angela at Corbin, forcing Corbin to flee. McIntyre then throws multiple articles of furniture out of the ring before chopping a table in half with Angela.

Here are the top ten moments for tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for March 18, 2022

In memory of Scott Hall "Razor Ramon", 1958 - 2022.

Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) head to the ring to start tonight's show. As they do, it is announced that Pat McAfee is not allowed to put his hands on Austin Theory and that he must apologize to Theory or else he will lose his WrestleMania match and his job. Roman says that tonight is the first night he will see Brock Lesnar since he smashed him in Madison Square Garden. Suddenly, Lesnar lets Roman know that Lesnar's flight has been grounded due to weather-related reasons and that Lesnar will not be here tonight. Roman says that Lesnar is scared of him, because he is greatness on a different level and there is no man who can touch him. Suddenly, Heyman finds out that Lesnar is here after all and that he is on his way. Everyone heads to the back.

Backstage, Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) get into their black SUV. Suddenly, Heyman rams a forklift through the SUV's windows.

In footage from the commercial break, Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and The Usos are safe in the SUV, but Brock Lesnar is revealed to be driving the forklift as he lifts the SUV up and turns it on its side. Roman, Heyman and The Usos get in a light brown truck, but Lesnar finds the truck and rips a back door open as the truck speeds off. Lesnar then heads to the ring with the door in his hand. Lesnar says "Excuse me. I'm a little riled up," then tells Roman that he has unleased "a bipolar beast" and that he can run and hide, but in two weeks, he will do more than blow the doors off. He tells Roman that he is coming for blood and that he had best be prepared.

Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs beat Los Lotharios (Humberto and Angel).

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Happy Corbin, Madcap Moss, Jinder Mahal and Shanky. Corbin says that nothing makes him easier than bringing Drew McIntyre down a notch and that WrestleMania weekend will be the best weekend of his entire life. Madcap Moss makes a joke saying that an episode of "Happy Talk" that puts everybody to sleep is called "Nappy Talk." Nobody else is amused.

The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) and Drew McIntyre beat Happy Corbin, Jinder Mahal and Shanky after Corbin refuses to wrestle McIntyre and tags in Shanky before running away.

Backstage, we hear from Sami Zayn, who says he is not happy because Johnny Knoxville ruined his life through juvenile pranks and stunts, and says he will show him what it means to step into his world. He then says that if Knoxville has the balls to step into the ring with him, then their match at WrestleMania Sunday will be anything goes.

Carmella and Queen Zelina watch the next match from the commentary table.

Naomi and Sasha Banks vs. Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley ends with Natalya and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler laying out both times. Carmella and Queen Zelina both get in the ring and help Natalya and Shayna, but Natalya and Shayna make it clear they want their titles, too.

We hear from Johnny Knoxville, who says that he has done some dumb things, but he is still standing. He says that Sami Zayn may not be a good person, but he is a good competitor, and if he wants to make their match anything goes, he accepts.

Pat McAfee is told that he has been summoned to Vince McMahon's office by Michael Cole.

WrestleMania 38 is 15 days away!

Backstage, Sonya Deville tells Natalya and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler that she loved what they did earlier and mentions that they have proven themselves to be a dominant force, and that they are added to the Women's Tag Team Championship match at WrestleMania.

Backstage, Pat McAfee leaves Vince McMahon's office. Pat McAfee then heads to the ring. He talks about how he happened upon professional wrestling for the first time on USA Network and how his life changed immediately, as he saw something that inspired him and shaped him forever. He says that he found the thing that he thought he was put on earth to do, and after other professions got in the way and he retired, he got a call from Michael Cole asking to work on SmackDown. As he talks about how he has wanted to tour from city to city and meet the millions of fans of the WWE, Austin Theory shows up. After two false starts, Pat McAfee says he is sorry for whupping his ass, that his parents raised a douchebag, that he made him relevant and that he is "a punk bitch." Austin Theory shoves Pat after saying "You apologized!" and leaves.

We see Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs in their Toyota Tundra TDR Pro. This time, they go mountain biking in the woods.

Ridge Holland beats Kofi Kingston after Sheamus and Butch get ejected from ringside and Kofi throws Sheamus' cane out of the ring. Butch runs at Kofi, and the distraction allows Ridge to hit Northern Grit for the win.

Charlotte Flair heads to the ring. Charlotte says she showed "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey why she is the most decorated woman in sports entertainment history and that nobody has caused Ronda more pain than she has. She also talks about how she had Ronda seconds away from tapping out until referees pulled her off of Ronda, and says that this is a taste of what is in store for Ronda at WrestleMania as Ronda watches from backstage. Charlotte calls herself the mountain that Ronda has to climb and says she kicked Ronda down to the bottom of that mountain, and says that when she loses at WrestleMania, she will leave to have another baby because she does not have the spine to be a champion like her. She then dares Ronda to get in the ring with her so she can embarrass her in her hometown. Ronda heads to the ring and ignored Kayla Braxton's attempt at an interview as she does, and Charlotte produces a Kendo stick. Charlotte swings and misses, and the two women brawl. Charlotte avoids an ankle lock by hitting her with a Kendo stick and chokes her out with it, then powerbombs her through the announce table.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for March 11, 2022

Brock Lesnar heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Lesnar says Roman Reigns has changed the rules and the game, as for the last six days, he dragged himself out of bed, looked in the mirror and was reminded of Roman drawing first blood on him. He says that one does not draw first blood on him and live to tell about it, and says he does not care about WrestleMania contracts or WWE titles before demanding that Roman get in the ring and that he wants his blood. Paul Heyman shows up and says that Lesnar was "bled by the bloodline" and "smashed by the Tribal Chief," then tells Lesnar that Roman is not here tonight. As Heyman tells Lesnar that he knows him better than anyone, Lesnar tells him to shut up and asks who will protect Lesnar if Roman is not here - which Heyman is for Lesnar's own protection. Lesnar chases Heyman to the back and plows through security that Heyman commands to stop Lesnar, but Heyman gets away in a black SUV.

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Sheamus and Ridge Holland. Sheamus says they made the ATV better when they took sledgehammers to it, and Ridge says they expect a proper fight night. Sheamus says their sledgehammers compared to what they've brought tonight, and he and Ridge Holland proclaim they have brought someone that they have known for a very long time by the name of "Butch." "Butch" is none other than Pete Dunne.

Sheamus and Ridge Holland beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) following the distraction by Butch. After the match, Sheamus, Ridge Holland and Butch beat up Kofi as Big E is tended to by medical personnel after landing on his neck after a belly-to-belly suplex by Ridge Holland.

We see a video of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin thanking Kevin Owens for digging up something he kept hidden for 19 years after talking trash about Texas, and says he is "one dumb son-of-a-bitch" and is about to get his ass kicked. Austin says that at WrestleMania, he will open up one last can of whup-ass on Kevin Owens.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Sami Zayn. We see some footage from TMZ Sports where Johnny Knoxville mentions that Sami Zayn a got a hold of his private cellphone number, then reveals a plane with a banner with Sami's cellphone number on it. Sami Zayn says that his privacy has been violated and that his phone cannot stop ringing, yet whatever is thrown at him, he can take it. He also says that Ricochet was lucky and was at the right place and the right time thanks to Johnny Knoxville and that with Johnny not being here tonight, he will win back the Intercontinental Championship.

Before the next match, Happy Corbin, Shanky, Jinder Mahal and Madcap Moss attack Ivar. McIntyre heads down the ramp and fights off Shanky and Jinder before laying out Madcap Moss. McIntyre sees Happy Corbin, and as he grabs Jinder Mahal, Corbin attacks him from behind and the numbers game takes over. It is not long before McIntyre is able to fight back after Happy Corbin mocks the countdown for the Claymore Kick, however, and McIntyre points his sword Angela at the WrestleMania sign.

"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey heads to the ring. Rousey says that Charlotte Flair only sees the arm bar, but she sees a thousand ways to get to it, and since she left WWE, she has done more than raise farm animals and has refined some of her submission moves, including the ankle lock. As Ronda says that she looks forward to tapping Charlotte out again at WrestleMania, Charlotte shows up. As Ronda says that she looks forward to tapping Charlotte out again at WrestleMania, Charlotte shows up. Ronda laughs, and Charlotte says there is nothing funny about having a match against her at WrestleMania and that she is WWE's most decorated for a woman. She says Ronda is still a one-trick pony and that she will embarrass and humiliate her before she makes her tap out. Ronda says she would love to see that and that she will give her time to take her heels off this time around, but Charlotte leaves the ring instead as the crowd chants "You tapped out!" Ronda says that Charlotte will not be able to walk away at WrestleMania, and she will either tap Charlotte out or walk away with Charlotte's arm.

We see Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs head to the ocean in a Toyota Tundra TDR PRO and go surfing.

Queen Zelina and Carmella watch the next match from the commentary table.

Sasha Banks and Naomi beat Natalya and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Bazler after Queen Zelina and Carmella's distraction attempts backfire.

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) head to the ring. Jey says that WWE has no worthy opponents for them, then Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs show up. Boogs says he and Nakamura are the next SmackDown Tag Team Champions, but Jimmy laughs at them and Jey thinks that they are not serious, especially when Rick Boogs has a cast on his right leg. Jimmy then says that if Rick Boogs can beat Jey Uso with one leg, he and Nakamura can get a tag team title shot at WrestleMania.

Rick Boogs beats Jey Uso despite the distraction from Jimmy Uso to earn himself and Shinsuke Nakamura a SmackDown tag team title shot at WrestleMania. When the match begins, Rick Boogs removes his leg cast to reveal that he is not hurt. After the match, Jimmy Uso hits Rick Boogs in the back with his own guitar.

WrestleMania 38 is 22 days away!

Before the next match, Austin Theory shows up and slaps Pat McAfee, and Pat McAfee responds by beating Austin Theory up. Pat McAfee has to be escorted from the commentary table and hold Austin Theory back a second time.

Ricochet retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Sami Zayn.

Backstage, "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair brawl. Officials run in to break up the brawl, but Charlotte and Ronda lay them out before Charlotte suplexes Ronda into a car and puts her in a submission hold.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 28, 2022

Charlotte Flair heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Charlotte says that she will win the women's Royal Rumble match despite how unpredictable it can be, and says that she takes control of the situation instead of waiting for things to happen, which makes her the most dominant champion in WWE. She then says that she will change the game again when she wins the match and picks a challenger for WrestleMania, then "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler shows up. Shayna says Charlotte is an incredible performer, but she will not hesitate to snap her like a twig limb from limb, and after she throws her over the top rope, she will not hesitate to challenge her and hope she is healed up in time. Aliyah shows up and admits she has a lot of butterflies in her stomach from being in her first Royal Rumble and hopefully her first WrestleMania, but Charlotte says she has no chance. She mentions her win against Natalya, then Natalya shows up. Natalya says Aliyah is rude, clueless, delusional and lucky, but not optimistic, and says her win against her was a fluke and that she will hold a fourth Guinness World Record before Shotzi shows up. Shotzi says the situation allows her to sneak right in and seize the spotlight, then Charlotte says nobody belongs in the ring with her and has no chance tomorrow night when Sasha Banks shows up. Sasha says she is back and ready to rumble, then slaps Charlotte in the face. This starts a brawl, but Charlotte stands tall until she notices Sasha in the ring. Sasha tosses her over the top rope to be the last woman standing.

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Ridge Holland and Sheamus. Ridge says he can still hear the crunch when his nose got injured, and he plans to stomp out Ricochet like the parasite that he is. Sheamus says that Ridge is just like him, then hands him his own face mask after saying that Ridge will smash Cesaro and Ricochet just like him.

Sheamus and Ridge Holland beat Cesaro and Ricochet after Ridge headbutts Cesaro with the mask as he goes for the Cesaro Swing on Sheamus. Before the match, it is announced that Ricochet will participate in the men's Royal Rumble match this year.

We see a video package of the Royal Rumble, by the numbers.

Before the next match, Sonya Deville demands to the referee that he call the match in her favor, but he refuses to listen to her and says he will call this down the middle.

Naomi beats Sonya Deville in a fair match called down the middle. After the match, Naomi says that after 153 days of Sonya Deville throwing everything she could at her, Sonya could not stop the glow and she shined through like she will shine through at the women's Royal Rumble match. Naomi then tells Sonya not to slip on her tears on the way out. Sonya heads to the back and grabs a microphone to tell Naomi that she cannot put her in the Royal Rumble without a little surprise: she is entering the match as well.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). Jey says that just because they are banned from ringside, it does not mean that Roman Reigns will lose the Universal title. Suddenly, The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) show up. The Usos make fun of them, but they admit that they love a fast and command a very manly odor before stating they love their axes, which they pull out before saying they can trim a beard or cut a championship belt in half with them. The Usos leave.

It's time for In-Zayn. Tonight's guests are Jinder Mahal and Shanky. Sami says the show has been re-tooled thanks to stunts being dangerous and Johnny Knoxville, and that the segment is now a live podcast. Sami says the show has been re-tooled thanks to stunts being dangerous and Johnny Knoxville, and that the segment is now a live podcast. Jinder says that he has beaten Shinsuke Nakamura before and that tonight will be no different, and when Sami apologizes for Shanky not knowing who Knoxville is, Jinder says Jackass is big in India, and Shanky says he likes the bungee port-a-potty. As Sami disagrees and says that all of the boos will be edited out of the live podcast, Rick Boogs then shows up and introduces Nakamura, then both men head to the ring. Sami yells at Nakamura only to get kicked in the head.

Sami Zayn guests on commentary for the next match.

Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs beat Jinder Mahal and Shanky after Sami Zayn yanks Nakamura off the apron and Boogs hits the Boogs Cruise on Shanky.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Sir Kofi Kingston and Big E. Kofi says it feels great to have Big E at his side once again and that it will feel great to be in the Royal Rumble. Big E says Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss will feel the power.

The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and Big E) beat Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss.

Roman Reigns heads to the ring. After the commercial break, Seth Rollins heads to the ring. Seth brags that he played Roman like a fiddle last week and thanks him for doing the right thing and getting The Usos disqualified so their match can be one-on-one. Roman says it was a simple decision of letting Rollins embarrass the family by pinning The Usos or punching Rollins in the face, then says that he is in "God Mode" now. Seth then talks about how he cashed the Money In The Bank briefcase on him or beating Roman, sent him packing for thirty days after coming back from injury and turned on him to break up The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns). Roman calls the first two things "water under the bridge," but the third one visibly gets under Roman's skin, and Rollins says that when he put the chair in his back, he did it for his own good and knew it would rocket him to superstardom. Seth then says that Roman has done it all except beat him when it matters most, and tomorrow night, it will not be personal when he beats him for the Universal Championship, because he will always love him. Roman says he tried to forgive Seth for destroying The Shield, then says he will never forgive what Seth did to them and says that he hates him, and Rollins says he will hate him even more when he makes him and his family a joke and makes it all end up in smoke. Roman shoves Seth, and Seth laughs before Roman feigns walking away only to go for a Superman Punch. Seth ducks it, then prances away to end the show.

This week on Talking Smack: The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso)! Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs! Sheamus and Ridge Holland!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 7, 2022

Roman Reigns heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Suddenly, Heyman and Lesnar show up, but as Heyman is about to introduces Lesnar, Lesnar sops Heyman and stares down Roman before introducing himself. Lesnar then jokingly tells Roman to acknowledge him before saying Roman has a lot to say all the time and that he does not, and that they both got what they wanted last Saturday before giving the fans what they want: title vs. title and champion vs. champion. Roman says it's a good idea, but not his idea, and that SmackDown is his show and that they do what he does on his time. He also says he does not do business with people who business with "trash like Paul Heyman." Heyman reminds Roman that he became Universal Champion and stayed champion that way, and that he loved him and protected him from Lesnar. Lesnar tells Heyman to shut up, but Roman tells him not to speak that way. When Roman verbally puts Lesnar down and Heyman tells Roman not to talk to Lesnar that way, Lesnar tells Heyman to shut up again only to get Superman Punched.

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Sami Zayn, who says that Shinsuke Nakamura is ducking him and putting Rick Boogs - whom he calls "a gorilla with a guitar" - in his place. Suddenly, Sami Zayn sees Johnny Knoxville. Knoxville says he is meeting with management to get in the men's Royal Rumble Match, and Sami tells him that "this is not Jackass" and that he needs technical wrestling skills, and that he is not qualified for this. He then tells Knoxville to stay out of everybody else's way before heading to the ring.

Rick Boogs beats Sami Zayn with an inside cradle after Sami has a confrontation with Shinsuke Nakamura at ringside. After the match, Johnny Knoxville sneaks up on Sami Zayn and tosses him out of the ring. It is then announced that Knoxville has qualified for the men's Royal Rumble match.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods). King Woods says a match with no rules is par for the course for The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso), but when tonight's Street Fight is over, he and Kofi will stand tall as WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champions.

Charlotte Flair heads to the ring. Charlotte talks about new year's resolution before stating that hers was a little more ambitious: make history. She then says that the Royal Rumble match changes lives, then we see the line-up for the women's Royal Rumble match. Rhea Ripley, Nikki A.S.H., Shotzi, The Bella Twins (Brie and Nikki Bella), Natalya, Michelle McCool, Dana Brooke, Carmella, Queen Zelina, Mickie James, Tamina, Kelly Kelly, Aliyah, Summer Rae, Naomi, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler and Lita are all announced as competitors in the match. Charlotte says that this is an incredible list, then says she has someone very special that she will be announcing as another competitor and someone that everyone admires: herself. She says that she will be the first champion to enter the Royal Rumble and pick who she will defend the championship against, then Naomi shows up. Naomi says Charlotte does not have to wait until WrestleMania and put the title on the line against her right now, but Charlotte says Naomi has done nothing to deserve a title match against her. Naomi slaps her, then Charlotte runs at her only to get tossed out of the ring.

Charlotte Flair retains the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship against Naomi. During the match, WWE official Sonya Deville shows up to keep moving the goalposts for the match, making it so that the match cannot be won by count-out or disqualification and that the match can only be won by pinfall or submission. After the match, Sonya declares Naomi the loser of the match.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). Jey says The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods) has a chance to be tag team champions and came up short, and that the same thing will happen tonight. Jimmy says if they want a street fight, they will find out why thy are "the ones."

Backstage, Adam Pearce meets with Sonya Deville, and says Roman Reigns does not have an opponent for Royal Rumble and that an opponent has to be found by the end of the night.

It's time for another edition of Happy Talk. Happy Corbin says he is here by himself after Drew McIntyre failed to watch his back and got attacked backstage. Corbin says the attack on McIntyre makes him incredibly happy and was worth getting fined for, then welcomes back McIntyre after saying that he is somehow here tonight despite potentially being out for months. McIntyre's theme hits, then Madcap Moss shows up with a cane in one hand, a rubber sword in the other and a brace around his neck. Madcap pretends to be McIntyre, he can survive anything after having eaten haggis, then says that Corbin would massacre him and that he would soil his pants, not that anyone would notice. He also says that he will use his injury to pursue poetry about the Loch Ness Monster and watercolor painting. After Madcap Moss reveals it was him all along, The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) show up and chase Corbin and Moss out of the ring.

Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss beat The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik).

It is announced that Drew McIntyre suffered a cervical neck strain with severe contusions backstage at Day 1.

Backstage, Sheamus says nobody cares about Drew McIntyre and mentions Ridge Holland's injury at Day 1. He says he cannot help but feel responsible, but he knows Ridge will have a smile on his feet when he enters the men's Royal Rumble, wins the match and main events WrestleMania.

Backstage, Adam Pearce tells Roman Reigns that he has found an opponent for him at Royal Rumble, but Roman says it does not matter as he has smashed everyone on the roster. He then asks him to leave so he can watch The Usos' (Jimmy and Jey Uso) match.

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) retain the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships against The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods) with a Dudley Death Drop - now known at the "1D" - in a Street Fight that also sees a Centurion's helmet and a knight's armor being used as weapons.

Backstage, Roman Reigns is met by Seth Rollins, who simply laughs.

This week on Talking Smack: Madcap Moss and Happy Corbin! The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso)! Naomi!

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for December 10, 2021

In memory of Jack Lanza, 1935 - 2021.

Sami Zayn heads to the ring in a wheelchair with two nurses (played by Richie Slade and Flex McCallion, also known as Beef Candy in Championship Wrestling From Hollywood). Sami says it took both Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar to put him in a wheelchair, and he finds it interesting that two men who cannot stand each other worked together to injure him. Sami also says that Brock Lesnar betrayed him, and that he now has to do what is right, stand by his convictions and sue Adam Pearce, Sonya Deville, the referee who rang the bell, Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, Paul Heyman, and everyone who wronged him that night. Paul Heyman shows up and says it is his people who do the litigation, but as he continues to speak, Sami complains that Heyman is in front of the camera and is in his shot. When Heyman keeps talking, Sami stands up and insists he was not finished talking, then says he knows Roman Reigns is not here tonight. He says that if Heyman wants to stand alone and insult him, he will rip his head off, and without Roman, there is no one to save him. Brock Lesnar shows up, grabs a chair, and instead of using it as a weapon in the ring, he sets the chair down. Lesnar then asks Heyman to hand him the microphone. He then asks Sami how he is doing, and Sami Zayn feels insulted by Brock Lesnar talking to him. Lesnar says they got off on the wrong foot, then apologizes for last week. Sami says the physical pain is a "10," but the feelings are a "20." Lensar says he feels where Sami is coming from and asks Sami if he really thought he could single-handedly defeat Roman Reigns, then says he did him a favor, saying he would never defeat Roman on that given night and that Sami knew it. After trying to lighten up the conversation, Lesnar invites Sami to Saskatchewan so they can go fishing and hunting. Sami says he is vegan, but Lesnar says they should do something more fun. Lesnar wheels Sami to the ropes, then Paul Heyman asks what is going on and says that it feels like he just left the dispensary and the edibles have kicked in, then says that instead of taking Sami to the hospital, he is taking Sami moose hunting. Heyman then fires Lesnar up enough for him to attack the nurses. Lesnar then knocks Sami out of the wheelchair before tossing the wheelchair out of the ring, then hits Sami with an F5.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Brock Lesnar, who tells him to ask his "advocate" Paul Heyman when she asks him what his business was ringside.

Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs beat Los Lotharios (Humberto and Angel).

Backstage, several Superstars look at something covered up in a purple cloth. Sir Kofi Kingston stops Erik from taking a peek.

Backstage, Sir Kofi Kingston introduces King Woods, and the two of them unveil King Woods' new crown which has a big purple diamond and a giant X for the center. Woods says that he and Kofi will prepare for an auspicious battle to prove they are the greatest tag team in all of WWE.

Backstage, Drew McIntyre - and his sword - meets with WWE official Adam Pearce regarding the Black Friday Battle Royal. Pearce says Sonya Deville made the list while he approved it, then tells McIntyre that he cannot bring the sword to the ring tonight, and McIntyre responds by planting it through Pearce's desk.

Backstage, Toni Storm meets Sasha Banks. Sasha compliments Toni Storm on being a world-travelled wrestler, then says she has known Charlotte Flair for a long time and had never seen her as angry as she was last week. She tells Toni Storm to watch out for Charlotte Flair, because she will be coming after her, and tells her not to lose her cool until Charlotte does.

Backstage before the next match, Adam Pearce tries to no avail to remove Drew McIntyre's sword from his desk backstage.

Drew McIntyre beats Sheamus.

Backstage, Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss try to run off with Adam Pearce's desk with Drew McIntyre's sword still stuck in it.

WWE pays tribute to Jack Lanza aka Blackjack Lanza.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Paul Heyman. Braxton asks Heyman if he is the advocate to Brock Lesnar. Heyman does not want to be referred to as Lesnar's advocate, but when asked how Roman Reigns will react to what happened tonight, Heyman is flustered and leaves.

Before the match, Naomi says Sonya Deville knows all about what she did, but tonight, she knows what she will do to Sonya. Naomi calls out Sonya and tells her to get in the ring, and Sonya Deville shows up. Sonya Deville shows up in ring gear, then introduces Natalya as the special guest ring announcer and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler as special guest timekeeper. Naomi attacks Baszler, then kicks Natalya in the head when she gets a hand on her. Naomi runs at Sonya, but Sonya retreats and sics Natalya and Baszler on Naomi. Suddenly, Xia Li shows up and fights alongside Naomi against Natalya and Baszler, and when Sonya gets in the ring, the two of them surround her and finally get their hands on Sonya. Natalya and Baszler help Sonya out of the ring.

Backstage, Matt Riddle talks with Randy Orton about the cast of Jackass Forever and even introduces Randy Orton to the cast, who show up. Randy Orton has no idea what to make of this.

Toni Storm beats Charlotte Flair in a SmackDown Women's Championship Contender's Match by disqualification after Charlotte refuses to listen to the referee as she stomps Toni in the corner on the ring apron. After the match, Charlotte Flair hits Toni Storm with a big boot inside the ring.

Reggie Bush, Maria Menounos, X-Pac and the cast of Jackass Forever are seen in the crowd.

Backstage, Adam Pearce is met by Brock Lesnar, who thanks Pearce for putting the million dollars to charity, then says that during his time off, he scored a giant moose as he went hunting, then skinned and gutted the moose before butchering it and eating it. Lesnar goes on to talk about how much he loves moose meat before thanking Pearce again and stating that he named the moose after him to cap off a very awkward .

Before the next match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) talk about how they don't care about King Woods' new crowd or RK-Bro being backstage, and say that all they care about getting the win tonight and at Day 1.

Before the next match, it is announced that RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Matt Riddle) has been voted the best tag team in WWE by online fan vote.

The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods) beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Matt Riddle) in a Triple Threat tag team match.

This week on Talking Smack: Drew McIntyre! The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods)! Toni Storm!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for November 26, 2021

Kayla Braxton is in the ring to start tonight's show. She welcomes everyone to the show, and she is about to address Brock Lesnar's suspension when Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman show up. Heyman asks if rumors about Brock Lesnar is the best she has, saying that he and Roman do not do rumors on the island of relevancy and that Kayla just wants to put the spotlight on herself. He tells Kayla to dig through sources and come with a confirmation or denial, and to come with facts in Roman's presence and that she lives through an Instagram filter before telling her to leave the ring. Kayla leaves. This leads to the crowd chanting "We want Brock," and Roman tells Heyman that the problem with rumors is that they give losers false hope, and compared to him, everyone is a loser around here. Roman says he has beaten them all and that Brock Lesnar is the number one loser around here, saying he faced him in less than ideal conditions and still smashed him. After saying that he does not care about rumors, Roman also calls Big E a loser after smashing him last week, and says they are two people in a long list and that he is now running laps around the roster. He addresses the Black Friday Battle Royal for later tonight to determine his next opponent for the Universal Championship, saying four people could win it and he would still smash them all because he is the best of the best. He also says he is the greatest of all time, and that when his days are done around here - which may be sooner than later - the whole world will acknowledge him.

Jeff Hardy and Drew McIntyre beat Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss.

Backstage, Aliyah talks with Kayla Braxton when Paul Heyman shows up. Heyman tells Kayla to get a confirmation or a denial, and says there are no rumors, saying Brock Lesnar is hiding and that he fears Roman. He also implies that he will get Kayla fired if he does not get a confirmation or a denial on Brock Lesnar's suspension being lifted before the end of the night.

King Woods plugs WWEShop.com's Black Friday deals.

Sheamus guests on commentary for the next match.

Cesaro beats Ridge Holland with a surprise roll-up pin.

Backstage, Drew McIntyre meets with WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce, hoping to be part of the Black Friday Battle Royal later tonight.

Angel beats Rick Boogs in a Thanksgiving Leftovers Throwdown despite Shinsuke Nakamura trips Humberto Carrillo into falling through a table full of food as Humberto plays Boogs' guitar.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Adam Pearce, who says that he will post the list for the Black Friday Battle Royal on his wall later tonight. Kayla then asks about the state of Brock Lesnar's suspension. Pearce says he has not heard about any changes about Brock Lesnar's suspension, and says that considering all of the damage Brock Lesnar has done, Lesnar is a menace and he would be surprised if the suspension were lifted any time soon.

Charlotte Flair heads to the ring. Michael Cole interviews her in the ring, and Charlotte says the only way Becky Lynch could have beaten her was to cheat and that Becky's win was a hollow victory, stating that she is not the superior athlete and was just lucky. Charlotte says that Becky is the person she said she was and that she is the better woman, and that Becky's success is because of her. She says that as Becky is still "Big Time Bex" in fantasy land, she is still the most dominant woman in sports entertainment. Toni Storm then shows up and says that Becky won as predicted because Becky got to Charlotte, then says she will make it easier for Charlotte and tells her she is right here. She says she is not coming after Toni because she barely remembers she exists and that she is on a different level. She then goes for a cheap shot, but Toni sends her out of the ring. When Toni goes after Charlotte, Charlotte hits her with a pie, then hits her with another one when she dares Toni to come at her.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Sasha Banks confronts WWE official Sonya Deville, saying she gave her a team full of traitors and blames her for her Survivor Series loss, saying she would have won if she had her own team with Naomi on it. Sonya tells her to watch her tone and that she has nothing against Naomi, but Sasha Banks says she is lying and is angry that Naomi has always been better than her. After Sasha says that Sonya Deville has been "downgraded to a suit," Sonya says that makes her "the boss" and puts her in a tag team match with Naomi against Natalya and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler.

We see a vignette for Xia Li, where Xia Li talks about a school bully who picked on her older brother, who she considers too good and kind for a violent world, and how she beat him up while stating that she has vultures.

WWE official Sonya Deville guests on commentary for the next match.

Naomi and Sasha Banks beat Natalya and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. After the match, Naomi confronts Sonya Deville.

When the list of participants for the Black Friday Battle Royal is posted, Drew McIntyre finds out that he did not make the list, and Sheamus mocks him for it.

We get a closer look at The Miz and Maryse, courtesy of Kay Jewelers.

Before the next match begins, Drew McIntyre runs into the ring with the sword, causing everyone to clear out and WWE official Adam Pearce to show up to talk sense into McIntyre. McIntyre leaves on his own accord during the commercial break.

Sami Zayn last eliminates Jeff Hardy by getting thrown over the middle rope and playing possum until the end to win the Black Friday Battle Royal and earn a shot at the WWE Universal Championship. After the match, Kayla Braxton announces that the suspension has been lifted and that Brock Lesnar will be appearing next week. Adam Pearce is disappointed, and Roman Reigns' camp is disappointed and angry at Paul Heyman.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for November 12, 2021

WWE official Sonya Deville is in the ring with Natalya, Shotzi, Shayna Baszler and Aliyah to start tonight's show. Shotzi, Natalya, Baszler and Aliyah are announced as the first four members of SmackDown's women's Survivor Series team. The captain of the team is then introduced, and the team captain is Sasha Banks, who heads to the ring. This leads to a confrontation between Sasha and Shotzi, which stops when Naomi shows up and confronts Sonya before attacking Baszler. All six Superstars brawl both in and out of the ring.

Sasha Banks, Naomi and Aliyah beat Natalya, Shotzi and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler after Naomi stops Natalya from grabbing the ropes during the Sharpshooter, allowing Aliyah to roll Natalya up for the win.

Backstage, Sami Zayn says he will do everything in his power as team captain to ensure victory at Survivor Series. We then find out he is talking to a mirror, and that Jeff Hardy is watching. Sami Zayn notices Jeff Hardy is watching, and when Sami Zayn asks for his opinion, Jeff Hardy tells him "it sucked."

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Aliyah when WWE official Sonya Deville shows up and asks how long she has known Naomi, then congratulates her on her debut win before telling her she is no longer on the SmackDown women's Survivor Series team.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Roman Reigns, who has Paul Heyman take his place in the interview. Heyman says he has been authorized by Roman to up the ante against King Woods, who he says will acknowledge Roman as his tribal chief. He also says that if Woods were to win, Roman will take the knee tonight. Heyman then says that if Roman violates this stipulation, he can be stripped of the Universal title and banished from SmackDown. Heyman also states that since tonight's show is in the state of Virginia, this is essentially a legal and binding contract.

Backstage, Happy Corbin asks Madcap Moss if he has another Viking joke. Madcap Moss says a Viking made out of carbohydrates is called "Erik the Bread."

Los Lotharios (Humberto Carrilo and Angel Garza) beat Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs.

Backstage, WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville are backstage with Von Wagner. Sonya leaves, then Sami Zayn says he has some concerns about the men's Survivor Series team, and demands Jeff Hardy be removed from the team. Pearce makes a match between Sami Zayn and Jeff Hardy, with the loser being removed from the team. Sami tries to talk his way out of it, but Pearce says the match is official.

Charlotte Flair heads to the ring. Charlotte says her Survivor Series opponent Becky Lynch has gone through several identities and asks who Becky is, saying there is nothing natural about her and that she is "a fabricated champion." She says that she has had her moment because of her, and that she should be called "Becky Uh-Oh." She also says that she can not only beat Becky, but any opponent, because when somebody faces her, they becomes a star. Charlotte says she should be called "The Star Maker." Suddenly, Toni Storm shows up. Toni Storm says that it is generous of Charlotte to provide title opportunites, she does not do any of them, and that unlike Becky Lynch, who has defended her title on Raw, Charlotte cannot says she has defended the SmackDown Women's Championship. Toni challenges her for the championship tonight. Charlotte says "Absolutely not" and leaves.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews King Woods. Woods finds it preposterous that Roman thinks he will bend the knee and acknowledge him, and admits that while The New Day has had a rough week, Roman will bend the knee because he will plant his flag in the island of relevancy.

Backstage, Aliyah is on the phone when Mustafa Ali shows up. Before he can plant seeds of negativity, Ricochet shows up and tells her to keep her head up and keep moving forward. Aliyah leaves with Ricochet, much to Mustafa Ali's displeasure.

Jeff Hardy beats Sami Zayn after Sami Zayn gets caught putting his feet on the ropes for leverage during a schoolkid pin. As per pre-match stipulation, Sami Zayn is off the SmackDown men's Survivor Series team.

In footage from earlier today, we hear from Hit Row (Isaiah "Swerve" Scott, Ashante "Thee" Adonis, Top Dolla). The three of them freestyle that they will be the next big thing. Meanwhile, Jinder Mahal has Shanky rap in his native language, and Jinder does a rap as well.

We see another vignette for Xia Li, who is coming to SmackDown soon.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Ridge Holland. Ridge Holland says he spoke from the heart last week about Sheamus, who he calls his idol. He says that he would leave the streets until he saw Sheamus do what he did, fight like he fought and make a living. He says that Sheamus showed him the way and that he is proud to follow in his footsteps. Cesaro shows up and says he has known Sheamus for a long time, and tells him to be careful what he wishes for due to Sheamus' mood as of late. Ridge says that he will replace Cesaro and that he and Sheamus will be greater than The Bar ever was, and if Cesaro does not like it, he can take it up with Sheamus next week.

King Woods beats Roman Reigns by disqualification after The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) attack Woods. After the match, The Usos attack Woods with the ring steps, then Roman takes the knee as The Usos place Woods' crown on Roman's head.

This week on Talking Smack: Jeff Hardy! Aliyah! Los Lotharios (Humberto Garcia and Angel Garza)!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for October 29, 2021

Charlotte Flair shows up to start tonight's show. Charlotte says that the more things change, the more things stay the same, and she is once again SmackDown Women's Champion. She says she isn't keeping count, as that is what the fans do, because they cannot do what she can do. She says she is the face of WWE and the most decorated woman in sports entertainment, and that nobody is going to change that. She also says that what is the greatest moment in someone's career is "just another Friday" for her before winking at the camera. Charlotte then says that after last week's drama, order has been restored, and now SmackDown needs a real woman and a real leader who will bring out the best in them, and that is her. Suddenly, Sasha Banks shows up. Sasha says that Charlotte only cares about herself and wants to know when her SmackDown Women's Championship match is, but Charlotte says this is "the new era of SmackDown" and that while Sasha thinks she deserves a title shot, she has beaten her every time. After Charlotte says it is time for a new challenger, Sasha asks Charlotte if she is gracious or scared. Suddenly, Shotzi shows up in her tank. Shotzi tells Charlotte that if she is looking for someone she has never challenged, she is her girl. Charlotte tells Shotzi she will get her match right now, then Shotzi fires a missile out of her tank.

Charlotte Flair beats Shotzi in a WWE SmackDown Women's Championship Contender's Match after Sasha gets on the ring apron, which distracts Shotzi. After the match, Sasha helps Shotzi up, but Shotzi yells at her for costing her the match. When Sasha charges at Charlotte when Charlotte approaches the ring, Shotzi attacks Sasha from behind and beats her up. After ramming Sasha into her tank, Shotzi then hits Sasha with a top rope senton.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Jeff Hardy. Jeff says he is "super-pumped" to be back on the blue brand and hopes to make a fresh start with new opponents and hopefully challenge for a title he has never held before. Suddenly, Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss show up. Corbin says things have changed and that he is happy, and that Jeff Hardy can watch them in a street fight. Madcap Moss says don't have kids because their husbands all have "hallow weenies." Jeff says he is glad to be back.

In footage from earlier today, we hear from Adam Pearce, who calls Brock Lesnar's actions disgusting, reprehensible and an act of absolute cowardice. He says that he will not be disrespected and that cannot and will not happen again, then says in addition to his indefinite suspension, Brock Lesnar has been fined one million dollars. Paul Heyman, who has watched this message from backstage, is then interviewed by Kayla Braxton, who asks how he thinks Lesnar will respond. Heyman says Roman Reigns would smash everyone in sight, but that he would not do that after smashing Brock Lesnar, then says Lesnar would show up at the office and rip out everyone's throat, including Adam Pearce's. He says Pearce has "an annoying name for an annoying man," and says Pearce should have seen that beating from last week coming. Heyman then says he has not spoken to Lesnar and that this is how he thinks he would respond.

Drew McIntyre heads to the ring. He says that he is in "an ass-kicking mood" and proposes an open challenge to anyone in the back who wants to fight him. The open challenge is answered by Mustafa Ali. Mustafa Ali says everyone knows McIntyre is big and bad, and that he is better and has more athletic talent in his pink than McIntyre does in his entire body. He says he is quicker and more agile, and that McIntyre does not even compared to him in in-ring talent, then says that he will be the one to beat McIntyre tonight.

Drew McIntyre beats Mustafa Ali with the Kimura Lock. After the match, Ali says the people choose to cheer for Drew McIntyre and root against him, and that the only reason they root against him is because his name is "Mustafa Ali."

Backstage, Kofi Kingston has everyone pay respect to Xavier Woods. Hit Row (Isaiah "Swerve" Scott, Ashante "Thee" Adonis, Top Dolla, B-Fab) are there, and Xavier Woods and Hit Row respect each other before Hit Row raps for Woods.

We see a vignette for Xia Li.

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) head to the ring. Kofi Kingston asks everyone to listen to the creed of Xavier Woods, now known as King Woods. Woods talks about his coronation from last week, then says the king is only as strong as the company he keeps. Woods says that Kofi's heart is true and is a pal and his most trusted confidant, and asks Kofi to bend the knee. Kofi bends the knee, and calls Kofi an example of how one should act in his kingdom before knighting him as Sir Kofi Kingston. He then calls Kofi "the hand of the king," then bestows upon him a unicorn pin. Suddenly, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up. Jey says a lot has change since they left and that SmackDown is "The Bloodline's show" and that they are "the ones." Jimmy asks The New Day if they are playing dress-up, but The New Day say they have worn the same thing since 2018. King Woods says he cannot have the bloodline on his carpet because he just had it cleaned, and after The Usos wipe their feet on the carpet and threaten to knock the crown off Woods' head, Woods challenges The Usos to a trial by combat. Jey accepts the challenge. Afterwards, Jey asks if the staff is made of real gold and tries to touch it, but Kofi slaps his hand away. This causes The Usos to strike at them, but The New Day send them retreating out of the ring.

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) vs. The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods) is official for later tonight.

During the match, several superstars chase Reggie around the ring.

Happy Corbin and Madcap Moss beat Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs after two men in jack o'lantern masks hit Rick Boogs with Kendo sticks. After the match, the two masked men reveal themselves as Humberto Carrillo and Angel Garza.

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews WWE official Sonya Deville. As Sonya Deville says there is no bias in the next match, Sami Zayn shows up and says there is a huge mistake in him not being on the show tonight.

Before the next match, it is noted that there is no referee. WWE official Sonya Deville shows up and says that due to what Brock Lesnar did last week, the match's referee is injured and that he needs to find someone professional and fair-minded to replace them. She then says that person is herself, and puts on a referee shirt before starting the match.

"The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler beats Naomi after a fast count from replacement referee Sonya Deville. After the match, Naomi confronts Sonya only to be given the Kirifuda Clutch.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews The New Day. King Woods says people will come after the crown, but with the hand of the king by his side, nothing can go wrong. Sir Kofi says he and King Woods have always had each others' backs and that this is for the kingdom, then King Woods says it is time to give their very first "royal ass-whuppin'."

The New Day (Sir Kofi Kingston and King Woods) beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) when Jimmy Uso does not see King Woods tag in.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!