Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for February 27, 2026

The show begins with "Main Event' Jey Uso being put in an ambulance , with Jacob Fatu joining him at the ambulance while demanding whoever did this be found out. Trick Williams shows up, saying "one down, four to go," and Je'Von Evans confronts him for this. As this goes on, Drew McIntyre shows up in the crowd and says he had nothing to do with what happened to Jey Uso. He says that he tells the truth all the time, yet he is guilty until proven innocent. He also mentions that he is outlawed on his own show and has to buy a luxury box to be on his own show, and says he should be able to do what he wants, when he wants, so he does. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up and tells Drew to head to his office, as there are twenty men who want to rip his head off. "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes shows up soon after, and says that he and Drew can fight right here, right now. Drew says that does not benefit him as the champion, then says he will leave because Aldis told him to. Cody Rhodes then tells Drew he has spent his entire championship reign running like a little bitch, then Randy Orton shows up. Orton says he will win in the Elimination Chamber, beat McIntyre and become a fifteen-time world champion, but as he speaks to Cody, Trick Williams shows up. Trick says he is the hottest thing in the business today, then Je'Von Evans shows up, smacks Trick in the back of the head, and says he will be the youngest world champion and beat Orton's record. LA Knight shows up and says he hears a lot of big talk and empty promises, and at the end of the day, there are 24 hours until Elimination Chamber, and everyone belongs to him. He also says that when it comes to him and McIntyre, the WWE Championship is also his. Trick Williams interrupts LA Knight only to get punched int he face, and the two of them brawl to the back. Orton then hits Je'Von with an RKO out of nowhere before leaving the ring.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Tiffany Stratton. Tiffany says that what happened to "Main Event" Jey Uso, but the women's locker room knows better than to mess with her right now. The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) show up, and Asuka says Tiffy Time is over and that nobody is ready for her. Tiffany says she is ready for Asuka in an attempt to get Asuka to put her money where her mouth is. Kairi Sane then grabs at Tiffany's dress, asks her if she is a jellyfish, then gets yelled at by Asuka and leaves.

Uncle Howdy beats Solo Sikoa with Sister Abigail as Solo goes for a third hip attack in the corner. After the match, Uncle Howdy takes back his lantern, but he is attacked from behind by the rest of The MFT's (Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo), who take the lantern back again as they leave through the crowd. The Wyatt Sicks (Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) arrive, but they are too late.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis tells Drew McIntyre to stay home and stay out of trouble. Drew says the two of them need to be on the same page before leaving while The Vision ("The Oracle" Paul Heyman, Logan Paul, Austin Theory) arrives. Heyman says he wants to help Aldis by replacing Jey Uso in the Elimination Chamber match with Logan Paul. Logan says that he is the most important guy in WWE and that he is going to win, and Aldis finds it convenient that he sees Paul Heyman after the attack on "Main Event" Jey Uso, but Heyman says he is just trying to help Aldis out of a tough situation. Aldis finds this interesting, but mentions there is a lot of politicking involved and that he will have to make some calls.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley. Rhea says she has to take everything one step at a time, and tonight is about retaining the Women's Tag Team Championships. Iyo says they have no doubt that they will win and that Rhea will become WWE Women's Champion. Rhea says they are on the same page and have each other's back, but Jade Cargill shows up and says that nobody will have Iyo's back in the Elimination Chamber. She tells Rhea and Iyo not to hurt themselves before tomorrow night.

Backstage, Jacob Fatu meets with General Manager Nick Aldis, saying that Aldis has a Drew McIntyre and that he has a problem with Drew McIntyre, and wants in the Elimination Chamber match so he can win it, walk out to WrestleMania and beat Drew McIntyre. Aldis says he will take this under consideration as he makes some phone calls.

Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre guest on commentary for the next match. Jelly Roll is seen in the front row.

Before the next match, Asuka says she is smart and that she is resting before the Elimination Chamber, and that Tiffany Stratton will be facing Kairi Sane. Asuka says it is Kairi Time, not Tiffy Time.

Tiffany Stratton beats Kairi Sane after Tiffany Stratton shoves Kairi Sane off the top rope and into Alba Fyre before diving off the ring apron. Shortly after this, Kairi dives at Tiffany from the ring apron, but inadvertently takes out Chelsea Green as she argues with Tiffany Stratton, who avoids the dive so that Kairi wipes Chelsea out.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with The Vision ("The Oracle" Paul Heyman, Logan Paul, Austin Theory) in his office. He announces that Logan Paul will get his opportunity to compete in the Elimination Chamber, but only if he is victorious in a match against Jacob Fatu. Heyman takes exception to this, but Logan is confident he can win.

Oba Femi beats The Miz. During the match, The Miz tells Oba Femi they do not have to fight. Oba says Miz likes to talk, but Miz says nobody wants this match. He says that this is a misunderstanding, and wants to use this as a teachable moment. He says that he did not go after the locker room leaders when he started, then says that he wants to be the one to guide Oba. Oba has none of it, and tells Miz that he is dying tonight. Miz declares that he will use the opportunity to be the better man and walk away, but Oba grabs him. Miz strikes Oba, but all it does is make Oba angry and absolutely destroy him. The match ends with Oba blocking the Skull Crushing Finale before tossing Miz and hitting him with the Fall From Grace for the win.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes sees Ilja Dragunov, who is still in his suit. Dragunov says that he does not deserve a shot at the United States Championship at this time and tells Carmelo to win tonight, but Carmelo tells Dragunov to give himself the pep talk, not him. He tells Dragunov to remind himself of who he is, and tells him that if he does not take this shot, somebody else will.

Carmelo Hayes' opponent for the United States Open Challenge is revealed to be Matt Cardona.

Carmelo Hayes retains the WWE United States Championship against Matt Cardona.

The SmackDown locker room is near the giant create, and R-Truth says everyone has to wait until tomorrow to see what is in it before telling everyone how to watch Elimination Chamber on the ESPN app. All of a sudden, Candice LeRae is seen pushing Johnny Gargano on a crate. As everyone laughs at Gargano, Kit Wilson shows up and calls everyone toxic for laughing. Everyone keeps laughing.

Jordynne Grace beats Candice LeRae after Candice is distracted by Johnny Gargano getting up from the announce table and leaving.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Raquel Rodriguez. Raquel saying being champion of both brands will prove that The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, JD McDonagh, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez) rules WWE. As she says that she is focusing on doing what it takes to win tonight, Cargill shows up and says Raquel should focus on herself. She says that Stephanie Vaquer was not interested in Raquel, but at the same time, Vaquer set her up. Raquel says she will see Cargill soon, then leaves. Michin and B-Fab then show up and make it known that they want her title, as does everyone else. Cargill dares Michin to do something, but B-Fab stops Michin, telling her she will get her chance.

Backstage, Jacob Fatu is met by "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, who hopes to see Jacob in the Elimination Chamber. Cody runs into Sami Zayn, and both men shake hands. Sami meets with Jacob and asks how "Main Event" Jey Uso is doing, but he is not convinced that Jacob did not attack Jey, as he leaves chaos in his wake trying to get to Drew McIntyre and that he was not there at first when Jey went down. Jacob tells Sami to be careful what he says next, and Sami tells Jacob that he wants to get his hands on Drew McIntyre, saying McIntyre screwed him. Jacob reminds Sami that he was the only one not to eat the Claymore, and that McIntyre wanted him in the Elimination Chamber. Sami apologizes, saying his head has not been on straight, then tells Jacob he deserves a second chance and tells him to win it for Jey. Jacob leaves, then Sami becomes angry with himself again.

Nia Jax and Lash Legend (now known as "The Irresistible Forces") beat Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky to win the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships after Rhea hits Nia with Riptide only for Lash to hit Rhea with the Lash Extension.

Backstage, Charlotte Flair is eating three pints of ice cream as Alexa Bliss joins her. Charlotte says that everything is fine as Alexa Bliss is going to Elimination Chamber, despite Nia Jax and Lash Legend becoming women's tag team champions. Kiana James and Giulia show up and says this is not fine while defending Giulia yelling at Alexa last week, saying she is just passionate. Jade Cargill shows up and wishes everyone luck.

Backstage, The MFT's (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo)show up, wanting something done about The Wyatt Sicks (Uncle Howdy, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) from General Manager Nick Aldis. Aldis says that The MFT's, not The Wyatt Sicks, are the problem in this care, then states that the WWE Tag Team Championships are not being defended enough for his liking and announces that new #1 contenders will be decided for the WWE Tag Team Championships next week.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax and Lash Legend). Nia Jax wishes anyone who wants to take their titles away luck, and Lash Legend says this is the first of many titles before the two of them head to Elimination Chamber.

We see a video package of CM Punk in Chicago, Illinois before Elimination Chamber.

Backstage, Randy Orton is met by Aleister Black and Zelina Vega. Aleister wonders if the Black Mass woke up something inside Orton, as does Zelina Vega, and hopes that he utilizes it well. Orton says he does not know what goes in his head half the time, but he has a switch that he can flip at anytime and that Aleister should be careful what he wishes for. Orton then says he will see Aleister after Elimination Chamber and leaves. Aleister says he knows, because he and Zelina planned it that way.

Logan Paul beats Jacob Fatu in an Elimination Chamber qualifier. During the match, the mystery masked man shows up and attacks Theory, but Logan Paul lays him out and unmasks him to reveal a random man behind the mask. As the random man is taken to the back by security, Logan gets back in the ring and runs into a pop-up Samoan Drop by Jacob Fatu. Jacob goes to the top rope, but is smacked in the face with the WWE Championship by Drew McIntyre. That allows Logan Paul to get the pin and the win.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

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

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 30, 2026

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Cody states that Jacob Fatu found that he was not the guy he thought he was before Drew McIntyre spoiled the fun, and states that Drew McIntyre may have won the title, but not the most important thing that comes with it. He says that Drew McIntyre likes to disguise his wit, but at the same time, he has dropped the ball. After entertaining the idea of winning the Royal Rumble a third time, Cody mentions Drew McIntyre's upcoming title defense against Sami Zayn. He also entertains the idea of facing CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship, stating that they have to do it eventually, then says he needs all the belief in the world for the Royal Rumble due to the experience that he has in it. Suddenly, Randy Orton shows up and heads to the ring. Orton tells Cody that he respects everything that he has done for the industry and understands how much it hurt when he lost the WWE Championship, and knows that a desperate Cody Rhodes is dangerous. He then says there is nothing more dangerous than a viper chasing "number fifteen," and tomorrow night, they will not be friends of brothers, and when he gets the chance, he will toss Cody over the top rope without hesitation. Orton tells Cody that he is not the only one to win the Royal Rumble twice before "Main Event" Jey Uso runs down the ramp to the ring. After Jey Uso states that he is winning his second consecutive Royal Rumble match and becoming World Heavyweight Champion again, Samy Zayn heads to the ring. Sami addresses the crowd in Arabic, then knows that he is in the ring with three of the absolute best right now. He says that tomorrow night is the culmination of three stories - winning the WWE Championship, finally beating Drew McIntyre, and never losing in Saudi Arabia - bubbling up for years. He tells Orton, Cody and Jey that if any of them win the Royal Rumble, it will be him, not McIntyre, waiting on the other side. Suddenly, The Vision ("The Oracle" Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, "Big" Bronson Reed, Logan Paul, Austin Theory) show up, and Paul Heyman proclaims that Sami will not be champion and that Orton, Cody and Jey will not win the Rumble. Heyman then proclaims that tomorrow night will be Bron Breakker's night, then Orton tells Heyman to shut up and dares The Vision to pull their heads out of Heyman's ass, get in the ring, and get a Saudi Arabian ass kicking. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up and makes this eight-man tag match official for tonight.

Carmelo Hayes' open challenge opponent is revealed to be Rey Fenix.

Carmelo Hayes retains the WWE United States Championship against Rey Fenix.

Backstage, Ilja Dragunov is met by The Miz, who lies and says that Carmelo Hayes came to him to protect the United States Championship. Dragunov says he does not know if Miz is working with Carmelo or not, but tonight, he will entertain.

We see footage from The Pat McAfee Show where Brock Lesnar declares for the men's Royal Rumble match.

Backstage, R-Truth makes ball jokes as he spins the Royal Rumble tumbler. Damian Priest shows up, and General Manager Nick Aldis says that Priest is in the Royal Rumble. Priest gets his number, and upon seeing it, says it just gives him more time to throw fools out.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Drew McIntyre, who says that Sami Zayn will always stick his stupid foot in his stupid mouth and get himself in an eight-man tag match. He says he will be watching, and tells Sami that he will do whatever it takes to keep his title before asking if Sami will do whatever it takes to keep it from him.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Rhea says that they understand it is every woman for themselves in the Royal Rumble, but they will still be friends afterwards. As Iyo says they can handle the Rumble, Kiana James and Giulia show up. Kiana says their friendship will be their undoing, and that Giulia will soon become a triple champion. Lash Legend and Nia Jax say that everyone is getting ahead of themselves, as they are both entering the rumble, and that they have the winners for the women's tag titles. Everyone soon argues with each other.

Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss head to the ring. Charlotte says that she is winning the Royal Rumble and main eventing WrestleMania, and that there is no one else she would like to have her back. Alexa says she had the same plan, and Charlotte takes this as support before saying she is doing the same thing. Charlotte says she has won the Rumble twice, but Alexa Bliss says she has making history in Saudi Arabia on her side. Charlotte says it is every woman for herself, but Alexa admits that both of them will not need each others' help and that not everything is about Charlotte.Charlotte and Alexa asks each other if they will toss each other over the top rope, then Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez show up. Liv Morgan says that while Charlotte and Alexa are busy backstabbing each other, one of the three of them will win the Royal Rumble, but Alexa tells Liv that relying on friends is not really a plan before Charlotte tells the three of them to get in the ring. Liv teases getting in the ring with them, then says they have better things to do before General Manager Nick Aldis shows up and makes a tag team match between the three of them against Charlotte and Alexa that begins right now.

Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss beat The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez) after Stephanie Vaquer shows up and takes out Raquel Rodriguez to stop her from distracting Charlotte from the ring apron.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Jordynne Grace, who says that the Royal Rumble can change one's life and that she is betting on herself to win and face Jade Cargill. She is suddenly attacked by Jade Cargill, and both women brawl as referees try to break things up.

Backstage, Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae are met by General Manager Nick Aldis, who declares that Candice is banned from ringside and that if Axiom wins, he will get his blue mask back.

Axiom beats Johnny Gargano. During the match, Gargano rips Axiom's mask off, but Axiom puts his blue mask on and hits the Golden Ratio to win the match and his mask.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes meets with Ilja Dragunov and says that he has nothing to do with The Miz. Dragunov says he will go out and fight Miz, and give Miz the same chance that he gave Carmelo.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Trick Williams. Trick shows off his shoes, then says that the fans love him all over the world as he puts on a show, and that Royal Rumble will be no different. He declares that he will be the last man standing in the ring with his sights set on championship gold.

"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles heads to the ring. Styles tells the fans not to worry about tomorrow, because he is not worried. Styles tells the fans he will knock Gunther's teeth down his throat, and when he beats him, he will start his retirement tour and get his "one more times" against Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. As he states that he also wants to face CM Punk one more time, Gunther interrupts, and while he appreciates Styles fantasizing about his future, he says that none of that will happen, as Styles made such a severe mistake that it will cost him his career. Gunther proclaims that tomorrow, he will end Styles' career and do it the same way he did John Cena: making him tap out. Styles says it takes one to know one, and reminds Gunther that he tapped out to the Calf Crusher like a little bitch. Gunther takes off his jacket and angrily gets on the ring apron, then steps down and leaves.

Backstage, Shinsuke Nakamura is met by Tama Tonga. Tama says Nakamura used to be the man and that the Nakamura he knew would have beaten "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, then tells him to follow Styles on his way out. Nakamura says Tama has confidence, but he is still a young punk. He then says he will see him in the ring next week.

Ilja Dragunov beats The Miz after hitting him out of the air with Torpedo Moscow before hitting the H-Bomb for the win.

We hear from The MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo). Solo said he did what he said he would do, and now he has Bray Wyatt's lantern and the WWE Tag Team Championships. He says that he took everything Uncle Howdy loved away. He then declares that the tag team titles are not for him, but his family, and tomorrow, he will take back the WWE Champinoship. The Wyatt Sicks (Bo Dallas, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) interrupt the promo, with Bo Dallas saying that Solo Sikoa has not won and is underestimating the weight of sacrifice. He says that the lantern and the tag team titles will come back to them, and when they do, the millions of fireflies around the world will illuminate Solo's insecurities. He says that they will not just take back what is theirs, but ensure that Solo's greed is his demise.

The Vision (Bron Breakker, "Big" Bronson Reed, Logan Paul, Austin Theory) vs. "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, Sami Zayn and "Main Event" Jey Uso in an eight-man tag match ends with Drew McIntyre pulling Sami Zayn out of the ring as he goes for a Helluva Kick and attacking him on the outside in full view of the referee. After the match, McIntyre is about to attack Sami Zayn with the WWE Championship when Jacob Fatu's entrance theme hits. Jacob attacks McIntyre from behind, then Cody hits Jacob with a tope suicida and throws him into the ring post. McIntyre then attacks Cody, then gets him back in the ring for a Claymore before Sami intercepts him with a Helluva Kick. Sami then bends down to pick up the WWE Championship, but so does Cody Rhodes. Both of them are then Speared by Bron Breakker to end the show.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 16, 2026

Drew McIntyre is played to the ring by a troupe of bagpipers as he heads to the ring to start tonight's show. McIntyre says that he prayed for this and it happened, and says that while it has been a rough few years in the UK, if anyone can bring the UK together, it is him. He says that the support over the past week has been incredible, then tells the fans "screw you," saying that this is not "a bad guy wrestler bit" and that the fans are jumping on a bandwagon and were not there when things got tough. McIntyre says that there is only one person to thank - himself - saying he was the only person who believed in himself, then addresses "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, saying there will be no rematch due to a close in the contract for their last match. He proclaims that Cody's era ends now and that his era ends tonight before Randy Orton makes his way to the ring. Orton says he is not here to congratulate McIntyre; instead, he is here to remind him that since he didn't punt him in the head months ago, he will not hesitate. Orton then says that when he wins the WWE Championship again, it will be with an RKO. Suddenly, Jacob Fatu shows up and brawls with McIntyre, and McIntyre finds out the hard way that sending Jacob head-first into the ring first does nothing to Jacob. As Jacob chases McIntyre through the crowd, Orton receives a Skull Crushing Finale from behind from The Miz.

Randy Orton beats The Miz in an Undisputed WWE Championship #1 contender's Fatal Four-Way qualifier.

Backstage, Drew McIntyre runs into Ilja Dragunov, who says he will beat Sami Zayn tonight and get one step closer to the Undisputed WWE Championship. McIntyre says he will see him at Royal Rumble if he wins.

We hear from Bo Dallas, who says that Solo Sikoa stole their light only to inherit the weight of what it really means. He says it is not a weapon and that they carry it in the dark so the dark does not carry The Wyatt Sicks (Bo Dallas, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross). He says that taking the light is more powerful than its true purpose and that the light will come back to them. He states that like a moth to a flame, they will not stop until they take it back.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss is met by Charlotte Flair. Alexa says last week sucked and wants to know if Charlotte was really sick. Charlotte says she was really sick, and Alexa tells Charlotte she has her back before she leaves. Nia Jax and Lash Legend show up after Alexa leaves to try a drive a wedge between Alexa and Charlotte, but Charlotte is not having any of it.

UFC Middleweight fighter Michael "Venom" Page is seen in the front row.

Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss beat Giulia and Kiana James. fter the match, Nia Jax and Lash Legend show up and go on the attack, ganging up on Charlotte after laying out Alexa. Giulia shows up and confronts Nia, and Kiana has to hold Giulia back.

We hear from Solo Sikoa, who sees more than the lantern and that he can see all the fireflies in the world who are now in his possession. He states that if Bo Dallas wants the lantern back, The Wyatt Sicks (Bo Dallas, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) must put the WWE Tag Team Championships on the line. He says his family will take back all the gold, but until then, he will take care of the lantern, and "he" is going to be with him when he takes out Damian Priest and wins the Undisputed WWE Championship.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring. Cody says that he was not just WWE's champion, but the fans' champion, and he wanted the fans to be teammates and not just spectators. He admits that either he became complacent, or Drew McIntyre was just that good last week. He also talks about winning back-to-back Royal Rumbles, then says only one person has one three and that he loves a gamble. He states that with no rematch clause, he will do this "the old way," and declares for the men's Royal Rumble. Cody also addresses Jacob Fatu, saying he has known Jacob throughout his career, and says that he knows what "receipt" means. He says that Jacob has a receipt coming, and he can either come and take it, or he can come to Jacob and beat the brakes off his ass.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Matt Cardona. Cardona says it is a shame how Cody Rhodes lost the Undisputed WWE Championship, then says he and Drew McIntyre also go way back. He says he reinvented himself while he was gone, and he plans to become WWE Champion.

Trick Williams beats Matt Cardona in an Undisputed WWE Championship #1 contender's Fatal Four-Way qualifier. After the match, Kit Wilson heads towards the ring, calls Trick Williams "toxic," then attacks Matt Cardona as soon as Cardona turns his back before calling him toxic.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Damian Priest. Priest says he could talk all day about Drew McIntyre, but tonight is about Solo Sikoa, and his match may not be one-on-one. He says he did "one versus all" to win Money in the Bank, and he will do it again to get to McIntyre.

Kit Wilson is still in the ring as he says the fans need reassurance, leadership, and most of all, him. As Kit Wilson states that he is the solution to toxic masculinity, Jacob Fatu shows up from behind and superkicks him when he turns around. Jacob then hits Kit Wilson with a senton followed by a top rope moonsault, then tells "The Americna Nightmare" Cody Rhodes that if he has something to say about or to him, then he can get in the ring right now. Cody shows up and heads to the ring to brawl with Jacob, and referees and security show up to separate both men. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up just before the brawl starts again and the scene fades to black.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu is official for Saturday Night's Main Event on January 24th.

Damian Priest beats Solo Sikoa in an Undisputed WWE Championship #1 contender's Fatal Four-Way qualifier after The Wyatt Sicks (Uncle Howdy, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) show up and chase The MFT's (Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, JC Mateo) - minus Talla Tonga, who is ejected for tripping Priest off the top rope despite the referee not seeing it - and Solo Sikoa keeps Uncle Howdy from taking the lantern back. After the match, Uncle Howdy reclaims his lantern, but he is soon taken out by a returning Talla Tonga, who reclaims the lantern for Solo before helping Solo to the back.

Backstage, Sami Zayn is met by Drew McIntyre. Sami says he is happy that McIntyre won last week, then says that he will beat Ilja Dragunov, win the #1 contender's match and see McIntyre again. McIntyre says he has beaten Sami eleven times while Sami has never beaten him, and that nothing will change. Sami says "We'll see."

Carmelo Hayes' open challenge opponent is revealed to be Leon Slater.

Carmelo Hayes retains the WWE United States Championship against Leon Slater after countering a Superplex attempt with an avalanche cutter.

Backstage, Shinsuke Nakamura is confronted by Tama Tonga, saying that he had his chance and blew it. Tama Tonga then tells Nakamura to stay out of his way. Nakamura replies to Tama Tonga in Japanese, then walks away.

Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae laugh about beating up Nathan Frazer when Axiom shows up and tells them to give the mask back to save them a beating. Gargano hands the mask to Candice, then he is suddenly jumped by Nathan Frazer in an Axiom mask. Frazer tells Gargano that they have a match next week, and that after he beats respect into him, Axiom will do the same and take his mask back.

We see a vignette for Oba Femi.

Jade Cargill watches the next match from ringside.

Jordynne Grace beats Chelsea Green. After the match, Jordynne addresses Jade Cargill, stating that it is extremely important for Cargill to know what exactly is coming for her and that if she is tired of babysitting the WWE Women's Championship, she can get in the ring, right here, right now. Chelsea charges at Jordynne only for Jordynne to dodge so that Chelsea runs into Cargill instead. Jordynne looks at the WWE Women's Championship, then passes it to Cargill.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Trick Williams. Trick Williams puts all of SmackDown, saying that he is money before telling Randy Orton and Damian Priest have a match with the future of the business and that he is going to whoop that ass. Priest shows up and says that while Trick likes to do a lot of talking, he does not, and says that since the both of them are free next Friday, he is free to whoop that trick.

Sami Zayn beats Ilja Dragunov in an Undisputed WWE Championship #1 contender's Fatal Four-Way qualifier. After the match, Sami is attacked from behind by Trick Williams, who then hits Sami with the Trick Knee to end the show.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

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

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for December 26, 2025

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis tells "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes that Drew McIntyre is not here, yet he has signed the contract. He says he has yet to make the public apology, and reminds him of the no physicality clause. Cody leaves, then The Miz wants to know where Joe Hendry is without saying Hendry's name, and tells him to bring him out to the ring with no music. Aldis says he will do that for Hendry and says Hendry's name. Hendry is already in the ring with Otis dressed as Santa Claus, Akira Tozawa dressed as an elf, someone in a bunny suit and four women also dressed as Santa. Hendry sings a Jingle Bells parody where he makes fun of The Miz, the size of Miz's balls, and his Hollywood career. Hendry sings a song where he makes fun of The Miz, the size of Miz's balls, and his Hollywood career. He also mentions that The Miz cannot get win a without Carmelo Hayes and says that Miz has been kicked out of the locker room for half of his career. An angry Miz interrupts, and Hendry chalks that up to the song starting without him. Hendry goes on to state that every time Miz is in a team, he takes all the falls. Miz interrupts again and declares that he is the new locker room leader now that John Cena is gone, then demands that the jokes stop now and demands they have their match now. Nick Aldis shows up and makes the match a Miracle on 34th Street Fight.

Joe Hendry beats The Miz in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight. The person in the bunny suit ends up being R-Truth, who wishes everyone a happy Easter before hitting a Five Knuckle Shuffle.

Backstage, Ilja Dragunov meets with Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom) and Carmelo Hayes. Fraxiom lets Dragunov have a word alone with Carmelo, then mentions their tag team win and says their United States title match did not go down well. Carmelo agrees, and Dragunov gives Carmelo his rematch before both men shake hands.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Drew McIntyre, who has just entered the building. McIntyre mentions that he will give "all the answers to the questions" regarding his match with "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes before the end of the night.

We hear from Aleister Black. He talks about a man who is so talented that he takes things far beyond his wildest drink and reached the pinnacle, yet for some reason, he decided to give all of himself away. Zelina Vega shows up and says Damien Priest poured his time into everyone else and had everyone take from him. Aleister Black says that man does not descend to violence, he returns to it. Zelina says they broke Priest down to make him do that, but Priest still does not get it. Aleister says that they have their way of changing Priest and reminding him of what he is, but instead of getting a second chance, he will end it.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Jade Cargill. Cargill says that "Michin" Mia Yim is scared and that she could tell from hitting her with a shinai, then says she does not need weapons because she is the weapon. She tells Michin to bring her shinai, for she will need it. Meanwhile, Michin catches up with B-Fab. B-Fab says that being smart and cautious is not dumb, but things can still get bad. Michin says that Jade Cargill is disrespectful and needs to be humbled, and that class will be in session next week.

Charlotte Flair beats Lash Legend with a Sunset Flip after Alexa Bliss gets on top of Nia Jax for getting on the ring apron, which distracts Lash.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with Trick Williams, who is ready to talk business. "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes shows up, and Trick Williams leaves temporarily. Aldis says that Drew McIntyre is in the building, and tells Cody to control his emotions and reminds him of the no physicality clause. Trick comes back and tells Cody to hold on to his title real tight.

We hear from The MFT's (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo). Solo Sikoa says that Uncle Howdy preaches about a family he does not have while he has created his own family, something he says Howdy knows nothing about. He tells Howdy to hold on to the WWE tag titles for as long as he can, as the fireflies are fading away and the lantern is burning dim. He says that The Wyatt Sicks' blood will be on Howdy's hands while the whole world will be in his.

Carmelo Hayes beats Ilja Dragunov to become the WWE United States Champion! After the match, Ilja Dragunov personally places the United States Championship around Carmelo Hayes' waist.

Backstage, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss are met by Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Rhea mentions their upcoming Women's Tag Team Championship match, and Iyo says the titles will stay with them. Nia Jax, Lash Legend and The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) interrupt, and General Manager Nick Aldis and a referee step out of the background to quell the chaos. Aldis puts all four teams in an eight-woman tag match next week.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Carmelo Hayes. Carmelo says he was delayed was not denied, and thanks Ilja Dragunov for elevating him and the United States Championship. He says the jerseys are going back in the rafters when He is suddenly attacked from behind by Johnny Gargano, who says that Carmelo ruined everything and that he will take everything from him.

Giulia and Kiana James beat Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre.

We see a video package for Oba Femi.

SmackDown goes to three hours next week.

Backstage, Kit Wilson mentions his mission to eliminate toxic masculinity from SmackDown. General Manager Nick Aldis says he will have an opportunity for him next week. Kit leaves, then "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes shows up. After finding out that the Drew McIntyre situation has not changed, McIntyre makes his way to the ring. Cody watches from backstage as Aldis and referee Dan Engler leave the room. After the break, Aldis and Engler are in the ring with McIntyre. Aldis says that things have gone way over the line between Cody and McIntyre, with the attack on Engler sending everything off the rails. McIntyre pays the fine to Aldis, then apologizes to Engler for kicking him in the face, then apologizes to Engler for having to be a referee when he could not make it as a wrestler and apologizes for his wife having to watch him get kicked in the face and wishing she had a husband like him. After calling Engler "a corporate stooge of a father," he dares Engler to hit him. Cody Rhodes gets in the ring, and McIntyre dares Cody to punch him in the face before stating that he wished his family saw him attack him on his tour bus. After saying that he wishes Cody's kids saw what a real father looks, he states that they are taking this to Berlin, Germany, where they will have a Three Stages of Hell Match for the WWE Championship. He then says that when he sends Cody straight to Hell, he tells Cody to say hello to his father for him. Cody moves Aldis out of his way, then McIntyre hits Cody with a Claymore Kick to end the show.

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for December 12, 2025

We hear from General Manager Nick Aldis, who says that bringing Drew McIntyre back has become difficult, as McInytre has returned none of his calls. He gives Drew McIntyre an invitation to come to SmackDown so they can come to a resolution to bring him back. Backstage, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes is met by Aldis, who tells him that he has a document where McIntyre has declared SmackDown an unsafe working environment. Aldis also states that he is heading straight to McIntyre's home in order to come to a resolution. Cody wads it up and throws it to the floor on the way to the ring to start tonight's show. In the ring, Cody brings up McIntyre's claims of SmackDown being an unsafe working environment, and says that McIntyre is in the position he is in because he is "half in," and if he were McIntyre's boss, he would fire him. Since he cannot fire McIntyre, however, he can whip his ass. All of a sudden, Oba Femi shows up and heads to the ring. Oba notes that Cody is all fired up, but tells Cody that he should be worried about him instead of McIntyre before introducing himself. He notes that their match at Saturday Night's Main Event is being viewed as "present vs. future," then says that the future is now and here and it is him. He says that Cody's time is up, and his time is now. Cody notes their mutual respect for John Cena before telling Oba that he beat Cena for the WWE Championship. Oba stops Cody on his way out, and both men raise their respective titles in a brief staredown.

Backstage, Fraxiom meet up with Ilja Dragunov, telling him that they will have his back in case #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae) gets involved. Dragunov appreciates but rejects the assistance, saying he must do in the painful but honest way. He says he will put Ciampa in his place, and he must do it alone. Dragunov states that John Cena never gave up and never backed down, and that Ciampa will learn that pain will entertain him if he messes with him.

Ilja Dragunov retains the WWE United States Championship against Tommaso Ciampa despite the interference of Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae. After the match, Gargano and Ciamapa gang up on Dragunov, then Carmelo Hayes runs into the ring and fights off both of them, sending them into a retreat. He then helps Dragunov up.

We see an John Cena interview snippet about what is next. Cena says he will be an ambassador for WWE for the next five years.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Je'Von Evans. Je'Von says that he is on the biggest stage of his career, but he will not be there alone. All of a sudden, The Miz shows up, saying he should be the one being interviewed. Je'Von not only reminds Miz that he blew his chances to face Cena, then challenges to a match. Miz tells him that if he injures him, he will not make it to Saturday. We then see a message from Uncle Howdy saying "We're here."

The Wyatt Sicks (Uncle Howdy, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) head to the ring. Uncle Howdy addresses Solo Sikoa and his claims from last week, saying he has discredited him and his family before asking who Solo is to pass judgment. He says Solo does not have the power to look within himself, but The Wyatt Sicks do. He says that Solo's real family has all turned their backs on him, as he used and abused those who claimed to love him. He says that Solo is disillusioned and out of his mind, saying that The MFT's (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo) run SmackDown. Howdy tells Solo to rip the scales from his eyes, as The MFT's run nothing while The Wyatt Sicks hold the WWE Tag Team Championships. He states that if The MFT's want the titles, then they can come and get them. The MFT's show up on the TitanTron, with Solo stating that he, not Uncle Howdy, calls the shots, and this time, they will do things his way. Next week, they will come to take the titles, and tells The Wyatt Sicks to be ready for war. He says that if Uncle Howdy wants to keep his family safe, then he should give The MFT's the tag team titles, or else all he can do is run.

Backstage, Charlotte Flair warns Alexa Bliss to be careful against Lash Legend on their road back to the women's tag titles. Rhea Ripley shows up and makes it known that she and Iyo want the women's tag titles, but Alexa says that she and Charlotte do not step aside for anyone.

Tom Brady, Snoop Dogg, Peyton Manning, Jelly Roll and Jimmy Fallon, all congratulate John Cena for his retirement and incredible career.

Sol Ruca and Bayley are seen in the crowd.

Lash Legend beats Alexa Bliss after hitting Charlotte Flair on the outside with a pump kick for taking out Nia Jax.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Aleister Black and Zelian Vega. Zelina says it did not have to come to this, but Damian Priest does not like the man that he is and that Rhea Ripley will not make him whole. Aleister says that if Priest is so keen to drag his friends to Hell with him, then so be it.

It is announced that SmackDown goes back to three hours on January 2nd.

Je'Von Evans beats The Miz.

Backstage, Rhea Ripley is met by Nia Jax and Lash Legend. They put Rhea on notice, but Rhea is not threatened and says Nia has been brave since she got backup. She warns Nia that she is a problem that she will not solve. Nia and Lash leave. Damian Priest shows up, saying he needs this energy in the ring. He leaves, then Jade Cargill shows up and looks at Rhea briefly before heading to the ring.

We hear from "Michin" Mia Yim, who says that Jade Cargill has been picking on the women's division and that it pisses her off, and says that while Jade will give her all that she has got, she will do the same to Jade. Suddenly, Jade Cargill attacks Michin before heading to the ring. Jade Cargill says that this is what happens women do not know their place in the back, then says that anyone can step up and get stepped on. Michin shows up with a shinai in her hand and officials behind her, and Michin smacks Cargill with the shinai. Cargill hits Michin with a pump kick, then hits her with a choke slam back in the ring.

We see a video package for Oba Femi.

Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley beat Aleister Black and Zelina Vega.

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for November 28, 2025

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews LA Knight, who finds out that he will be facing another mystery opponent in the Last Time is Now tournament. LA Knight takes this as someone stacking the deck against him again, but he is undeterred in winning tonight and winning the tournament.

"Main Event" Jey Uso beats Rusev to advance in the Last Time is Now Tournament after escaping an Attitude Adjustment attempt as a means of sending a message to John Cena to hit a Spear followed by an Uso Splash for the win.

Backstage, The Miz wants General Manager Nick Aldis to put him in the Last Time is Now Tournament when R-Truth shows up and finds out his name is already in the tumbler. Aldis pulls out a ball from the tumbler before talking to R-Truth. As this goes on, The Miz removes the name that was already inside the ball and replaces it with a slip of paper with his name in it. Aldis is none the wiser, and The Miz ends up being LA Knight's mystery opponent. We also get one more ball joke from R-Truth.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Damian Priest, who says that Aleister Black and Zelina Vega are not going to change him and that all Aleister has done is piss him off. As Priest looks forward to kicking Aleister's ass, Zelina shows up and tells Priest that he is the one on the receiving end of the punishment and that people only talked about Priest when Aleister threw a fireball in his face. As this goes on, Aleister can briefly be seen in the background. Zelina leaves, then Rhea Ripley shows up. They have a brief conversation, and Rhea has an idea to propose to Priest.

We see an advertisement for WrestleMania 42, this time with the women's division at a fancy restaurant table.

Alba Fyre and Chelsea Green head to the ring for Chelsea's championship celebration. Chelsea calls herself the greatest women's champion in North America, but before her pyro can go off, Jade Cargill shows up and heads to the ring with purpose. Cargill nearly kicks Alba's head off before hitting Chelsea with Jaded. The pyro goes off as Cargill leaves.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss is sure that Charlotte Flair will beat Asuka tonight for the WarGames advantage, as does Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky when they show up. AJ Lee shows up and says that no matter what happens, they will win tomorrow, then says she will make sure of it.

We see a snippet of an interview with John Cena as he talks about opportunity, and how he did not see appearing on Velocity as a demotion.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Jade Cargill, who says that she has a problem with anyone who runs their mouth, and dares anyone who has a problem to step up. Cargill mouths off at B-Fab when their paths cross, and when Michin shows up, she makes up her mind to step up to Cargill.

LA Knight beats The Miz to advance in the Last Time is Now Tournament after The Miz is caught using the middle rope for leverage during a pinfall attempt.

Backstage, Becky Lynch talks strategy with Lash Legend, Nia Jax and The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane), but it ends up just being Becky putting everyone down. Asuka says that Charlotte Flair was out for a year and that she is not worried about Charlotte tonight.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Ilja Dragunov. Dragunov says the United States open challenge will always be open to anyone who is worthy. Tommaso Ciampa shows up and tells Dragunov he should be worried about him, not Tama Tonga, and brags about taking Axiom's mask on the way to taking Dragunov's title. Dragunov says he will take this into consideration before calling Ciampa a jackass again.

Charlotte Flair beats Asuka in a WarGames Advantage Match after the timekeeper gets blue mist spit into his face after Charlotte throws Asuka over the announce table.

We see a video package for the men's WarGames Match.

Team MFT's (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo) beat Team Sami (Sami Zayn, Shinsuke Nakamura, Rey Fenix, Chris Sabin, Alex Shelley). Solo Sikoa last pins Sami Zayn and is sole survivor. After the match, the lights go out, and when they come back on, The Wyatt Sicks are on the ring apron. Solo is attacked from behind by Uncle Howdy, who hits Solo with Sister Abigail.

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for November 14, 2025

Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky head to the ring to start tonight's show. Rhea states that The Kabuki Warriors have been causing chaos since she suffered a broken nose, and think that they are untouchable now that they have the Women's Tag Team titles. She then says that with Nia Jax and Lash Legend in the mix, they think they have the numbers advantage and that they are untouchable again, but the thing about numbers is that you end with more enemies. Iyo agrees, saying that enemies eventually catch up and there is nowhere to hide, hence the WarGames match. Rhea then introduces Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss. Alexa says that if they want to play dirty, that is fine, and with all four of them in the ring, it is on. She says that they started it and that her team will end it, and when Rhea said "WarGames," she and Charlotte knew they were in. Charlotte says she cannot do this and that she cannot pretend anymore, then says that she does not like or trust Rhea and thinks that she is a snake, and that the feeling is probably mutual as there is too much history and bad blood between them. Charlotte says she cannot look past that, and while Alexa is her friend and she trusts her, she understands if Alexa wants to do this. At the same, she tells the rest of the team to count her out and leaves.

"Main Event" Jey Uso beats The Miz to advance in the Last Time is Now Tournament. During the match, The Miz hits Cena's "moves of doom," but cannot hit the Attitude Adjustment after Jey slips out of the attempt at it.

Backstage, Ilja Dragunov meets with General Manager Nick Aldis when #DIY (Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa, Candice LeRae) shows up and Ciampa confronts Dragunov. Dragunov says he promised to do things the right way when he upheld the United States Open Challenge and that he faces warriors and not jackasses. He then says that he has found an opponent who is a warrior and is also someone he respects. Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom) show up, with Axiom being the next challenger, and #DIY is livid as they leave. Nick Aldis leaves, then runs into Paul Heyman and "Big' Bronson Reed, who want a word with Aldis.

We hear from John Cena, who talks about how his career began.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis calls for security, and Paul Heyman and "Big" Bronson Reed meets with Aldis regarding the men's WarGames match, and it is confirmed that Heyman can pick anybody from any brand for his team. Security show up along with "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, who is not in the mood for Heyman or Bronson unless they are willing to fight. Bronson says he will fight, and Cody wants a match with Bronson tonight. Heyman questions why Cody is not making this a title match, and Cody wants the match despite Aldis telling Cody saying that Heyman is playing mind games.

Backstage, R-Truth speaks with General Manager Nick Aldis regarding the Last Time is Now Tournament, and offers to put his name in the tumbler again with the balls from last week. Aldis does, then Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre show up as R-Truth leaves. Chelsea wants to know when her championship celebration is, and wants it for next week with pyro. Aldis makes it so, then has Chelsea handle R-Truth's balls.

Ilja Dragonuv retains the WWE United States Championship against Axiom.

We see footage from during the break where Axiom is attacked by Tommaso Ciampa on his way to the back. Ciampa is forced to flee through the crowd when Nathan Frazer rushes out to save Axiom.

Sami Zayn heads to the ring. Sami says there have been "some extremely high highs and some extremely low lows" since he arrived to SmackDown. He talks about how he won the United States Championship from Solo Sikoa and got to wrestle John Cena while upholding the United States Open Challenge. He admits the last four weeks have been extremely challenging for him, as he is not medically cleared and he has had to watch The MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo) run roughshod and attack friends of his. Sami says he has listened to General Manager Nick Aldis not to put his body at risk, but that ends tonight, and calls out Solo Sikoa, knowing that both men have problems with each other, so they can end things face-to-face. The MFTs show up, and Solo says he knows "the real Sami," and says he is a liar, pathetic, desperate and selfish. He says Sami cares for no one but himself while Solo himself cares for The MFTs and their loyalty to him. Solo says Sami knows nothing when it comes to loyalty to family, then tells him to watch who he is talking to before he gets in the ring and kicks his ass, as he is still wounded. He then snaps his fingers and sics the rest of The MFTs on him. They stop on the apron while Solo gets in the ring and says he could drop Sami right now if he wanted to and that he will wait until Sami is cleared before he comes for him. Sami tells Solo that he does not have to wait very long, as he is "100% medically cleared" as of tonight, and dares Solo to do something about it. As Solo takes off his jacket, Sami tells Solo he did not show up alone. The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley), Shinsuke Nakamura and Rey Fenix pull The MFTs off the ring apron and fight them while Sami Zayn fights Solo in the ring. Talla Tonga saves Solo from a Helluva Kick, and The MFTs attack Sami afterwards. Nakamura, Fenix and the Machine Guns make the save, and Fenix takes everyone out on the outside from the top rope.

Backstage, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes is met by "Main Event" Jey Uso, who wishes Cody luck in the ring tonight against "Big" Bronson Reed and tells Cody he has his back when Jimmy Uso says that he has Cody's back, too. Jimmy also says he talked with CM Punk on the phone and that he is in for WarGames.

Backstage, Solo Sikoa demands a match with Sami Zayn from General Manager Nick Aldis. Aldis pits The MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo) in a Traditional 5-on-5 Survivor Series Match against Sami, Shinsuke Nakamura, Rey Fenix and The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) in two weeks.

LA Knight's mystery opponent is revealed to be Matt Cardona, who makes his first appearance under the Zack Ryder name in over five years.

LA Knight beats Zack Ryder to advance in the Last Time is Now Tournament after powerbombing Ryder out of the air before hitting the BFT for the win.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss speaks with Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky, saying that she cannot get a hold of Charlotte Flair. Rhea admits she hoped to put her differences aside with Charlotte. All of a sudden, Nia Jax and The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) attack all three of them before Lash Legend joins in.

Jade Cargill beats B-Fab. After the match, "Michin" Mia Yim checks on B-Fab, then confronts Cargill when she spots her. Cargill shoves Michin, and the ref holds Michin back as Cargill leaves.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis announces that in the Last Time is Now Tournament, Carmelo Hayes will face "Big" Bronson Reed while Penta will face Finn Balor.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Carmelo Hayes. Carmelo tells The Miz that he might have won the battle, but the war has begun, and he will see him when he sees him. As for the Last Time is Now Tournament, he hopes to be the one to hang Cena's jersey from the rafters, as he will not miss his shot. "Big" Bronson Reed and Paul Heyman show up. Bronson tells Carmelo he will end "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes tonight before being the one to end John Cena after he ends him next week.

We hear from Aleister Black and Zelina Vega. Aleister mentions what Damian Priest tried to do to him in their last match and that Priest fears what he has become. Zelina says they have forced Priest to break his code and have corrupted him. Aleister says he and Zelina are looking to greater things, as he has left fear behind since he returned to WWE and has become everyone's enemy.

"Big" Bronson Reed vs. "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhoedes for the Undisputed WWE Championship ends in a no contest after Cody is attacked from out of nowhere by Bron breakker and Logan Paul. "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes retains the Undisputed WWE Championship. The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) run in and make the save for Cody, and hit Logan Paul with the 1D. They then set up a table to Uso Splash Logan Paul through it, but Drew McIntyre suddenly shows up and takes down The Usos. General Manager Nick Aldis confronts Paul Heyman at ringside, and it becomes very apparent that McIntyre is part of Paul Heyman's WarGames team before Breakker Spears Jey Uso through a table. Logan Paul knocks Jimmy Uso out, then Cody Rhodes gets up and fends off both Logan and McIntyre until McIntyre hits him with a Claymore Kick. McIntyre then sets Cody up for a Tsunami from Bronson Reed. Heyman then hands the contract for their match to McIntyre and shakes his hand. Heyman then hands the contract for their match to McIntyre and shakes his hand.

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for July 25, 2025

WWE acknowledges the life, career and passing of Hulk Hogan with a ten bell salute. In memory of Hulk Hogan, 1953 - 2025.

Logan Paul heads to the ring. Logan Paul talks about how good it is to be home in Cleveland, Ohio, and while the city raised him, it did not make him; he made the city. He states that he has nothing in common with the people of the city, as he made it out and they did not, then says that tonight is about giving back to the community by hosting a live edition of Impaulsive with Jelly Roll as his guest. Logan says that he will show "that Kentucky fried convict" what a real host and inspiration looks like before Jelly Roll shows up and says that all Logan has inspired is children filming themselves acting like assholes. Logan tells Jelly Roll that he brought him out here to tell him he is getting into the ring with WWE's finest in him and Drew McIntyre, and that Randy Orton is forced to tag in Jelly Roll, and says Jelly Roll has nothing. When Logan asks Jelly Roll who he thinks he is, Jelly Roll says he is the one who will put him in a body bag and ship him back. He says that Logan has never had a struggle in his life, then says he is getting in the ring for every poor kid who never thought they would make it and got picked on by high school jocks like Logan Paul and to bring light to the ring, as he has been a WWE fan his entire life and WWE represented him and every single person.He also says he has been a WWE fan his entire life and WWE represented him and every single person. He also says that Logan is "soft as Charmin" as Logan continues to make fun of him and calls him a "Prime peddlin' punk-ass bitch." Drew McIntyre shows up, and Jelly Roll says Logan and McIntyre made a mistake if they thought he came here alone before bringing out Randy Orton, who punches McIntyre in the face and starts a brawl. McIntyre and Logan get the better of Orton and Jelly Roll, and when McIntyre goes for the ground and pound on Jelly Roll, he tags in Logan Paul to do it instead. Orton soon pulls McIntyre out of the ring, and he and Jelly Roll get the upper hand. Jelly Roll hits some back elbows, but Logan kicks Jelly Roll in the gut before going for the punch. Jelly Roll ducks and hits a Black Hole Slam on Logan, sending him and McIntyre into a retreat.

We hear from Andrade and Rey Fenix. They both know who the other is, as they have defend lucha libre culture and they are money. Fenix says they are on a different level, and that it is only a matter of time before gold is around their waists. Andrade says they are the standard, and Fenix says that they are money.

Roxanne Perez beats Alexa Bliss with a roll-up while grabbing the bottom rope for leverage after Alexa hits Raquel Rodriguez with Twisted Bliss on the outside while Raquel goes for a powerbomb into the ring apron on Charlotte Flair for throwing her into the timekeeper's area.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Jade Cargill, who says that she fought through something that was supposed to take her out and that she is Queen of the Ring, and she plans to prove why she is a natural-born champion. Cargill leaves, then Chelsea Green shows up with The Secret Hervice. As The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven and Alba Fyre) gets coffee for Chelsea, Chelsea says she was screwed out of Queen of the Ring and makes fun of Cargill as Cargill stands behind her. When Chelsea finds out Cargill is behind her, Cargill punches her in the face and keeps fighting her as she brings her to the ring. This leads to a match.

Jade Cargill beats Chelsea Green. After the match, The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven and Alba Fyre) attack Jade Cargill, but all of a sudden, Tiffany Stratton shows up and evens the numbers. Jade Cargill then hands the WWE Women's Championship back to Tiffany Stratton after a brief tug of war.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss is met by Charlotte Flair, who says that what happened tonight cannot happen at SummerSlam before reminding Alexa that they are partners.

We look back on Hulk Hogan beating The Iron Sheik for the WWF Championship in 1984.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring. Cody talks about the passing of Hulk Hogan and the complicated nature of talking about him, then says that what is not complicated is Hogan's contributions to WWE and professional wrestling and thanks Hogan for all he has done. He then talks about his Street Fight at SummerSlam and says it is all about violence, and while John Cena will get plenty more of what he got last week then, he does not want to fight a coward; he wants to fight "the real John Cena." Cody says he wants to own this by facing and beating the very best and that John Cena is the very best, and if this is Cena's last SummerSlam, he wants Cena to come like it is his first, and he wants all the hustle, loyalty and respect they can beat out of each other. Cody says he wants to know if this means something and if this is real, and that only Cena has the answer. He then says he will see Cena next week.

Backstage, we hear from Jacob Fatu. He says he loved Solo Sikoa, but he made it personal. He says he does mind being in a cage with Solo Sikoa for the United States Championship, because he will dog walk him. Suddenly, The Miz shows up and confronts Jacob Fatu for putting him on the shelf for six weeks. He says Solo Sikoa reminded him that there is a bigger game and that Jacob is a pawn, then says they have a match tonight and it happens right now. He then slaps Jacob in the face, and Jacob laughs before daring The Miz to bring it on.

We see a video package for the feud between Aleister Black and Damian Priest.

The Katz Family are the recipients of the The Bad Guys 2 Seat Upgrade.

Jacob Fatu beats The Miz. During the match, Solo Sikoa and company (Tama Tonga, JC Mateo, Tala Tonga) show up, and at one point save The Miz from a hip attack only to be taken down before Jacob hits The Miz with a pop-up Samoan Drop for the win. After the match, Solo Sikoa and company attack Jacob Fatu, then Jimmy Uso shows up and fends them off with a metal folding chair. He hits Tala Tonga in the back with it, but it has no effect, and he boots Jimmy in the face. Jacob Fatu is held down by Tala, but he is able to fight his way out of a Samoan Spike, and he takes all four men out. He then sees the metal folding chair and wraps it around Solo's neck. He goes for a hip attack, but Tala Tonga makes the save with a big boot to the face. Tala then choke slams Jacob, and Solo hits Jacob with a Samoan Spike.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) and B-Fab. B-Fab says The Wyatt Sicks are a different kind of enemy and must be beaten a different kind of way. As The Street Profits look forward to becoming champions again, #DIY (Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa, Candice LeRae) show up wanting to fix the mess they claim The Street Profits made. The Street Profits laugh them off, and #DIY tells them to stay out of their way.

We look back on Hulk Hogan beating Andre the Giant at WrestleMania 3 in 1987.

Backstage, Zelina Vega confronts Giulia. Suddenly, Kiana James shows up as Giulia's representation and calls herself "the proper channels" through which to communicate with Giulia. Zelina wants her rematch, and Kiana says she will get her rematch next week and become just another footnote.

Andrade and Rey Fenix vs. The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis) for the WWE Tag Team Championships ends with Nikki Cross pulling the referee out of the ring as Andrade and Rey Fenix have the match won, which causes the referee to call for the bell. The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis) retain the WWE Tag Team Championships. After the match, Erick Rowan gets in the ring and goes on the attack, and when other tag teams get in the ring, he decimates them, as well. Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom), The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley), Andrade and Rey Fenix work together to clear the ring. The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) show up and also help out. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) then shows up with General Manager Nick Aldis, and this leads to everyone getting laid out as officials and security show up. Nick Aldis and announces that at SummerSlam, the WWE Tag Team Championships will be defended in a Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match. Everyone then starts brawling again to end the show.

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for May 2, 2025

Backstage, Damian Priest picks a fight with Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu, telling Jacob he is coming for him and his title. Meanwhile, LA Knight walks past them and everyone trying to defuse the situation and heads to the ring to start tonight's show. LA Knight says he has stated that he has wanted his United States Championship, and that when he got it, things did not go his way due to Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu's actions. He says that this is all due to Damian Priest, who he has a match with tonight. As Knight tells Priest that he has no problem with him and that Priest got in his business, Priest shows up and says they are cool and that it was all about Drew McIntyre, who he just wanted to shut up. Knight says he has no problem with that, but says he picked the wrong time. Priest tells Knight he saved him from a Claymore, but Knight tells him not to put that on him and to let his own failures be his. Priest says this is all because Knight lost the United States Championship, but Knight states that he has made it clear that he would fight for it, but now he is not #1 contender because of Priest. Priest says all of Knight's frustrations are his fault and that Knight would still be champion if his head was not up his ass. Knight tells Priest that if this keeps up, they will have a problem. Priest then says there is no reason why they or the fans should wait for their match later tonight, and that they might as well get a referee out here right now. A referee shows up, and that match starts.

LA Knight vs. Damian Priest ends with Solo Sikoa attacking Priest on the outside. After the match, Solo also attacks Knight before going for the Samoan Spike on him. Priest stops the spike and punches Solo in the face, and Solo soon receives a BFT. Knight and Priest stare at each other, then at Solo. Priest clears the announce table, but Jacob Fatu shows up. Jacob hits Priest with a tope suicida, then Knight goes after Jacob only to be Samoan Dropped into the announce table. Jacob then hits Priest with a running hip attack into the barricade before he and Solo celebrate.

Byron Saxton interviews Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom). Frazer says they are excited to face Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince) tonight, and Axiom says SmackDown has the best tag team division on the planet. Pretty Deadly shows up and congratulates Fraxiom on their debut, then wants to know how good Fraxiom is. Frazer tells Pretty Deadly to be careful whta they wish for.

UFC announcer Michael Bisping is seen in the crowd.

Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom) beat Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince).

Backstage, B-Fab and "Michin" Mia Yim meet with General Manager Nick Aldis regarding the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships. Meanwhile, The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven and Alba Fyre) and Chelsea Green show up, with Chelsea dressed for a funeral. Chelsea says she was robbed of the WWE Women's United States Championship and wants a rematch. Aldis says that will have to wait, as Piper Niven is facing Zelina Vega tonight. He then says that if Piper wins, she will be first in line for a title shot and Chelsea could be Secret Hervice, which causes Chelsea to faint.

Nia Jax heads to the ring. Nia says that she was sitting at home refocusing on taking back what is hers - the WWE Women's Championship - while Tiffany Stratton ran around like a chicken with its head cut off. Tiffany shows up and says she is not the same woman that Nia bullied around and that cashing in on her was the greatest thing she ever did for her career, and she would do it again. She mentions beating Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania and says that if they ever locked up again, she would beat Nia, too. Nia takes this as a rematch, and Tiffany says that while she does not make the matches, she does not back down from a fight. Suddenly, Naomi shows up. Naomi mentions both Nia and Tiffany making her life hell, but she is the one who has changed, not Tiffany, and she is not done hunting for championship gold and she will put Tiffany not just through a car, but under one. Jade Cargill shows up, and Jade and Tiffany quickly clean house. General Manager Nick Aldis turns the brawl into an official tag team match.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes tells The Miz that they will show Aleister Black tonight. The Miz says he has outlasted many "next big things" in his career and that Aleister only woke him up. Miz says that if Aleister wants to make a statement, then he will be part of his.

Aleister Black beats The Miz despite the distractions from Carmelo Hayes. After the match, Aleister and Carmelo have a brief staredown.

Backstage, Santos Escobar meets with Rey Fenix. He admits he was disappointed with his loss to El Grande Americano and says Fenix blew it, then says that Rey Mysterio is gone - hopefully forever - and that he will be taking his place. Fenix tells Escobar to stay out of his business, and that he does not trust him. He then says he will see Escobar in the ring tonight if he has a problem with him.

Four-time NFL Pro Bowler Deon Dawkins is seen in the crowd.

Zelina Vega beats Piper Niven after Piper inadvertently knocks Chelsea Green off the ring apron.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu regarding their recent interference in matches. Jacob finds out he will be defending the WWE United States Championship against LA Knight and Damian Priest at Backlash, but upon being reminded that Drew McIntyre won last week, the match becomes a Fatal 4-Way Match with McIntyre added. Jacob Fatu says that no matter who is in front of him, he will dog walk them. Jacob leaves, and when Solo accuses Aldis of screwing Jacob over, Aldis simply says "No. You are."

Randy Orton heads to the ring. Orton says that while the whole world could not John Cena, he could, and while it took the fans twenty years to figure it out, he knew from day one that Cena was arrogant, selfish, and an entitled brat who gets whatever he wants. He says that Cena is the "ultimate shiny new toy to be played with by the ultimate puppetmaster," and that Cena was able to take advantage of "the PG era" and become a walking, talking cartoon character while he stayed true to himself. He says that Cena never cared about the boys in the back and only cared about his bottom line, and it gave him fame and fortune and mainstream exposure. Orton says that the only thing Cena has raised is the price of his merchandise, and that Cena has sold his soul for twenty years. He credits Cena's hustle, but asks where the loyalty and respect went. He addresses Cena proclaiming that he will erase his family legacy, then declares that Cena will not do this over his dead body because he is the latest legend that he has to put down. Orton boasts that he will punt Cena's "Lego-shaped head" so hard that it will fly over the Gateway Arch, but not before giving him an RKO.

Backstage, Nia Jax tells Naomi that they need to get on the same page and tells her to figure out what to do with Jade Cargill. Naomi says "Sure," then walks away.

Backstage, Randy Orton is met by R-Truth, who says that his childhood hero John Cena will beat Randy Orton. Jimmy Uso shows up and says he will talk sense into Truth, and when Orton leaves, Jimmy says Orton will punch his head clean off his shoulders. At this point, it is obvious that R-Truth that has become pro-Cena.

Rey Fenix beats Santos Escobar.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill. Tiffany and Jade want each other to stay out of their way as they deal with their respective targets, then Jade says she has gotten with General Manager Nick Aldis and will face Nia Jax in a #1 contender's match for the WWE Women's Championship next week. Tiffany tells Jade she can go ahead and beat Nia Jax so that they can do this all over again.

Backstage, Santos Escobar gets angry with Angel and Berto when Andrade shows up and confronts Escobar, saying he does not like him and that while has legacy, he does not have respect or honor. Angel and Escobar leave, and Berto leaves afterwards after some hesitation thanks to Andrade.

Jade Cargill and Tiffany Stratton beat Nia Jax and Naomi. After the match, Jade Cargill takes the WWE Women's Championship, then seemingly hands it to Tiffany and teases a tug of war. Naomi attacks Jade from behind, then lifts up the WWE Women's Championship to end the show.

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Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for February 14, 2025

Vic Joseph replaces Joe Tessitore on commentary this week.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Cody mentions that all eyes are on the men's Elimination Chamber match after "Main Event" Jey Uso challenged Gunther, and asks who he will be facing on the other side of that match. He takes solace in that it will not be Solo Sikoa when Drew McIntyre shows up. McIntyre takes offense to Cody talking about him like some sort of afterthought and says he will have to show Cody who he really is, but Cody says he can count the number of people who have defeated him since his return on one hand. After Cody says that McIntyre is one of them and that he has not forgotten, Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga show up. Jacob says McIntyre has gotten his spot in the Elimination Chamber, but he is all gas and no brakes and he will dog walk Braun Strowman and Damian Priest to enter the Chamber, go on to WrestleMania and bring the Undisputed WWE Championship back to his family where it should never have left. McIntyre says they should throw down right now, but he has his spot in the Chamber already and that Jacob wants to talk to Cody before walking off. Jacob slowly circles Cody and stares at the Undisputed WWE Championship, then says that when Jacob wins in the Elimination Chamber, they can fight over the title. All of a sudden, Solo Sikoa pulls up in a black Jeep Wagoneer. Jacob stops Cody, saying he will speak to Solo regarding family business. Cody tells Jacob to get the first word, as he will surely get the last.

Backstage, Tama Tonga looks for Solo Sikoa. He asks somebody for directions and gets them, then the person who gave him directions gets beaten up by Jacob Fatu.

Wade Barrett interviews Trish Stratus at the front row. Trish says it was great to return at the Royal Rumble to kick off her 25th anniversary in the business, then says she will be at Elimination Chamber.

Naomi beats Chelsea Green in a women's Elimination Chamber Match qualifier.

We hear from Sami Zayn, who says that the last couple of weeks have been tough after coming to terms with everything, and says that Kevin Owens tried to end his career despite being there for him. He says he does not know when he will be cleared, but when he is, he and Owens will go again and it will not be fun.

It is announced that Michelle McCool has been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) beat Los Garza (Angel and Berto).

We hear from Damian Priest, who says that the last four years have shown who he is and that he is taking a backseat to nobody, and that when the bell rings, he does not know his opponent. He says he does not need a crew or a leader; just himself.

WrestleMania 41 is 64 days away!

Backstage, Jacob Fatu finds Solo Sikoa and asks what is going on. Solo says he needed time off and that he has not been himself ever since he lost the ula fala and has not been himself. He says he is okay now and ready to take over, and that it all starts with Jacob Fatu taking the Undisputed WWE Championship back. He then tells Jacob that he loves him.

Shinsuke Nakamura heads to the ring. He says that for weeks, he has waited and watched from the shadow, praying for a worthy challenge and a warrior to take to him. As Nakamura says that he is looking for a test, LA Knight shows up. Knight says Nakamura may have been waiting in the shadows for a worthy competitor, he is not looking for a test, and that Shinsuke needed help just to beat him for the United States title. Knight then says the test is looking at Shinsuke and that Shinsuke has already failed it before The Miz shows up and admits that Knight is more than a flash in the pan, then calls the fans "uneducated" and "basic" for eating out of Knight's hands. Miz considers Knight an unworthy challenger, and Knight interrupts, saying that Miz has not been relevant in a decade and that he almost forgot Miz was even here, then tells Miz to start a farewell tour as everyone wants him to go away. Miz mocks the fans for telling him to go away, even pretending to cry while doing it, but Knight calls him and Drew McIntyre "the kings of crybaby bitches." Miz says guys like Knight cannot measure up to him and that his resumé stands alone, and that Knight is not even on his radar. He then says that if Cena can call his shot, then so can he, and he calls his shot on the United States Championship. He says he is on SmackDown with a purpose to elevate a title and make a way to WrestleMania while Knight stays the same guy he always has been, but Knight says he has defended the United States title more than Logan Paul or Shinsuke ever has. He then goes on to call The Miz "the most impotent dork" and says he is not championship material. Miz goes for a cheap shot, but Knight blocks and nearly hits him with the BFT. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up as The Miz runs back to the ring and makes a match between Miz and Knight.

LA Knight beats The Miz. After the match, Shinsuke Nakamura gets in ther ring and has a staredown with LA Knight.

Backstage, Candice LeRae and Nia Jax are met by Alexa Bliss, who says that she and Nia Jax just might face each other down the line.

Backstage, The Miz is met by Andrade, who offers to teach The Miz something if he just lets him know. Andrade leaves, then Carmelo Hayes shows up and says people like Andrade do not respect talent like them. Miz agrees and says they should team up, saying "Melo don't Miz." Carmelo is not having it, and walks away.

Carmelo Hayes beats R-Truth.

We hear from The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). Angelo Dawkins says they have ruffled a few feathers by just telling the truth, and says they are the ones who should be mad. He says that when he is cleared, anyone who gets in their way gets put in the dirt. Montez Ford says everyone will know the frustration burning in them for years, and that they want the smoke.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince). Elton Prince says they feel like two tasty snacks again, and Kit Wilson says they are tired of being underestimated. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) show up disappointed with Pretty Deadly, and warns them that whatever happens is on them and that their tag team title dreams are dead.

We hear from Kevin Owens, who says he has been stabbed in the back and heartbroken by three men who he considered brothers in the last six and that Sami Zayn does not know what real pain is. Owens tells Sami he will show him, and that he cannot think of a better place than at Elimination Chamber.

Tiffany Stratton retains the WWE Women's Championship against Nia Jax by disqualification after Candice LeRae attacks her. After the match, Nia and Candice attack Tiffany, and Nia hits Tiffany with the A-Nia-Lator. Candice then grabs a chair, but Trish Stratus shows up and makes the save for Tiffany. Trish fights Candice, but soon gets squashed in the corner by Nia. When officials show up, Nia hits Tiffany with one last leg drop. As Candice and Nia leave, Charlotte Flair shows up, heads to the ring, grabs a microphone, sits down in the chair that Nia and Candice almost used, then picks Tiffany as her WrestleMania opponent and tells Tiffany that she will see her at WrestleMania.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with Bianca Belair and Naomi. Aldis says she got an anonymous video of the attack on Jade Cargill, which shows that Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez were near the ambulance, proving that they attacked Jade.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Tiffany Stratton. Tiffany says Charlotte Flair will learn that it is Tiffy Time, then Trish Stratus shows up and says she also has a problem with Nia Jax anad Candice LeRae and offers to team with her at Elimination Chamber. Tiffany accepts.

Backstage, Drew McIntyre meets with Jimmy Uso and tells him to look on the bright side regarding his career because he is married, then Jimmy teases walking away only to superkick him out of nowhere.

Backstage, Braun Strowman says he has his hands full, but it has been five years since he held a world title and that he is running through Damian Priest and Jacob Fatu to win at the Elimination Chamber and come for "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes.

Damian Priest beats Braun Strowman and Jacob Fatu in a Triple Threat Match to qualify for the men's Elimination Chamber match. During the match, Strowman is about to attack Jacob as Jacob has a metal folding chair when Solo Sikoa hits him with a Samoan Spike. Jacob hits Strowman with a top rope moonsault, then "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes shows up and brawls with Solo. Tama Tonga shows up and holds down Cody from behind, but when Solo goes for the Samoan Spike on Cody, Cody ducks and Solo inadvertently hits Tama instead. Jacob Fatu confronts Solo for this, and Priest shoves Jacob into Solo, allowing Cody Rhodes to hit Solo with a Cross Rhodes before hitting Strowman with South of Heaven for the win and to advance to the men's Elimination Chamber Match. After the match, Priest and Cody have a staredown and look at the WrestleMania sign before shaking hands.

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