WWE SmackDown: 5th Member of the Bloodline Revealed

This week’s episode of WWE SmackDown delivered a mix of intense action and storyline progression, setting the stage for the upcoming Premium Live Event (PLE) Survivor Series: WarGames in just over two weeks.

With the original Bloodline, led by Roman Reigns, Sami Zayn, and The Usos, challenging Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline for a WarGames match, the anticipation is building, even as both teams search for their elusive fifth member. Here’s a detailed look at what transpired on Friday night.

Cody Rhodes Calls Out Kevin Owens

The show kicked off with The American Nightmare, calling out Kevin Owens after he delivered a piledriver to Randy Orton last week. However, instead of Owens, Nick Aldis appeared, explaining that KO was absent at his request. The two engaged in a heated exchange about handling the situation, with Rhodes making it clear he wouldn’t wait long for a resolution.

Bayley Outsmarts B-Fab and Candice LeRae

The night’s first match featured a triple threat bout in the women’s U.S. title tournament, with Bayley, B-Fab, and Candice LeRae vying for a spot in the semifinals. The match highlighted B-Fab’s potential, despite her inexperience. Bayley ultimately secured the win with a rollup on B-Fab, advancing to the next round. The match, though slightly sloppy at times, was energetic and entertaining.

The King of Strong Style Returns

Following a backstage segment where Mia Yim assisted B-Fab in confronting Chelsea Green and Piper Niven, LA Knight issued an open challenge for his United States Championship. Santos Escobar answered, accompanied by Elektra Lopez, Angel, and Berto. Knight opted to face Berto, leading to a pre-match attack by Berto. Despite Berto’s dominance, Knight retained his title with a BFT finisher.

Post-match, Shinsuke Nakamura made a surprise return, attacking Knight and adding intrigue to the championship scene.

The 5th Member of the Bloodline

In a dramatic segment, Sami Zayn and The Usos informed Roman Reigns of their failure to secure a fifth member for their team. As Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline entered the ring, the original Bloodline followed, leading to an all-out brawl. Reigns saved Zayn from a Samoan Spike, only to face a standoff with Jacob Fatu, which was interrupted by Bronson Reed. Reed’s intervention helped Sikoa’s team gain the upper hand, intensifying the rivalry.

As WWE SmackDown concluded, Roman Reigns attempted to contact “The Wise Man” Paul Heyman, only to discover that Heyman’s number had been disconnected. This development adds another layer of mystery and tension to the ongoing Bloodline saga.

Tommaso Ciampa Spoils Tag Team Title Match

The second title match of the night saw The Street Profits challenge The Motor City Machine Guns (MCMG) for the WWE Tag Team titles. The match showcased the agility and skill of both teams, with Ford and Shelley delivering a fast-paced exchange. Despite the predictable outcome, the match ended unexpectedly when Tommaso Ciampa attacked The Profits, causing a disqualification.

Johnny Gargano’s attempt to mediate was rebuffed by Ciampa, setting up potential future conflicts. MCMG’s apology to The Profits was met with hostility, as Dawkins struck Shelley before leaving the ring.

Nia Jax Barely Escapes, Retains Her Title

Nia Jax defended her WWE Women’s Championship against Naomi in the main event. Despite an early onslaught from Naomi, Jax dominated much of the match. Naomi mounted a comeback with a suicide dive, but interference from Tiffany Stratton gave Jax the advantage. Bayley intervened to neutralize Stratton, allowing Naomi to nearly win with a Split-Legged Moonsault. However, Candice LeRae’s interference helped Jax retain her title with the Annialiator.

WWE SmackDown Match Card

Here’s a match card for this week’s WWE SmackDown, formatted in a table:

This week’s WWE SmackDown was packed with action and storyline advancements, leaving fans eager for the upcoming PLE and the resolution of several intriguing narratives.