The latest episode of WWE SmackDown delivered a night of drama, intense matches, and unexpected twists.
WWE SmackDown kicked off with a highly anticipated segment featuring Roman Reigns and the original Bloodline members—Jey and Jimmy Uso—alongside Sami Zayn. The reunion, however, quickly turned sour, setting the tone for a night filled with surprises.
The Bloodline Reunion Fails
The opening segment of WWE SmackDown saw Sami Zayn deliver a captivating promo after the OG Bloodline members exited one by one. Drawing a parallel to The Beatles reuniting, Sami expressed that the opposite of love is not hate, but indifference, and insisted that Roman Reigns still cared for him.
However, Sami demanded an apology—not for himself, but for Jey Uso. Roman, slipping into his heel persona, declared that he regretted ever involving Sami in the Bloodline, emphasizing that the focus was on Solo Sikoa. Sami, feeling betrayed, walked out.
The segment took another twist when Jacob Fatu appeared on screen, declaring Solo the true Tribal Chief, leaving Reigns fuming.
Bayley and Candice’s Rivalry Heats Up
The rivalry between Bayley and Candice LeRae continued to unfold, rooted in their shared history on the Northern California wrestling circuit. The match concluded with Bayley outsmarting Candice, who feigned an injury, allowing Bayley to secure a victory with a roll-up. Bayley reminded Candice that she was well aware of her old tricks, further intensifying their feud.
KO Piledrives Randy Orton
Backstage, tensions flared as Roman Reigns showed signs of his old Tribal Chief character, leading to a fallout with Jey Uso. Amidst this chaos, Tommaso Ciampa criticized Johnny Gargano for aligning with DIY, hinting at a potential heel turn.
Randy Orton, storming past, called out Kevin Owens, who was sporting a “Kevin was Right” t-shirt. The confrontation escalated into a brawl, with Owens delivering a piledriver that sent Orton to the hospital. Michael Cole, caught up in the moment, labeled Owens a “sicko” before correcting himself to “lunatic.”
DIY Defeats Pretty Deadly
In a match that showcased Tommaso Ciampa’s aggressive side, DIY took on Pretty Deadly. Ciampa unleashed his fury on both opponents, while Gargano looked on with concern. Ultimately, Ciampa pinned Elton Prince, evoking memories of his Blackheart persona from NXT. Meanwhile, backstage, Tiffany Stratton taunted Candice LeRae over her loss to Bayley.
Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair Defeat Tiffany Stratton and Nia Jax
Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair teamed up against Tiffany Stratton and Nia Jax in a thrilling match. Cargill impressed the crowd with her performance, while Bianca’s hot tag sent fans into a frenzy.
Despite a strong showing from Stratton and Jax, including a double-team Samoan Drop-Blockbuster combo, Jade broke up the pin. The match concluded with Naomi attacking LeRae, allowing Belair to hit the KOD on Stratton for the win.
Motor City Machine Guns Defeat A-Town Down Under; Women’s United States Title Announcement
The Motor City Machine Guns faced A-Town Down Under in a tag team match. Despite being relatively unknown to the audience, MCMG showcased their impressive moveset. Chris Sabin was nearly pinned after Waller’s finisher, but Alex Shelley broke it up and secured the win with a splash. Meanwhile, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced the introduction of a new Women’s United States Championship in a vignette.
Bloodline Acknowledgment Ceremony
The night concluded with a dramatic Bloodline Acknowledgment Ceremony. Roman Reigns challenged Solo Sikoa to a one-on-one match to determine the sole Tribal Chief. Solo, unfazed, countered with a challenge for a WarGames match, revealing Sami Zayn as the fifth man. As tensions escalated, Sami delivered a Helluva Kick to Solo, allowing the OG Bloodline to regain control, leaving the audience in shock.
Match Card
| Result |
|---|
| Bayley defeated Candice LeRae |
| DIY defeated Pretty Deadly |
| Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair defeated Tiffany Stratton and Nia Jax |
| Motor City Machine Guns defeated A-Town Down Under |
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