Tonight's episode of WWE SmackDown, which aired on USA Network, delivered intense action and surprising moments from the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Here’s a recap of the highlights:
Main Event: Steel Cage Match Cody Rhodes defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against Solo Sikoa inside a steel cage. Rhodes retained his title with a decisive victory via Cross Rhodes. After the match, tensions ran high as The Bloodline attempted to ambush Cody, but Roman Reigns made a dramatic return, saving Rhodes from the attack and setting the stage for more conflict heading into WWE Bad Blood ​(Wrestlezone)​(Fightful).
Kevin Owens & Randy Orton vs. A-Town Down UnderIn a major tag team match, Kevin Owens surprised the audience by revealing Randy Orton as his mystery partner. Owens and Orton teamed up to defeat Austin Theory and Grayson Waller with simultaneous finishers—an RKO and Stunner​ ( Wrestlezone)​(Fightful).
Andrade vs. Carmelo HayesAndrade El Idolo triumphed over Carmelo Hayes in their best-of-seven series, taking the lead with an Avalanche Swinging Neckbreaker. After the match, LA Knight, the current U.S. Champion, announced Andrade as his next challenger​ (Smark Out Moment)​(Fightful).
Women's Division DramaNia Jax, WWE Women's Champion, cut a fiery promo, announcing her upcoming title defense at Bad Blood. Bayley interrupted, demanding a rematch, and the tension escalated when Tiffany Stratton and Naomi joined the confrontation. Jax set up a high-stakes tag team match for next week, where the losers would be forced to leave SmackDown​(Fightful).
With the mix of shocking returns, fierce competition, and explosive confrontations, this SmackDown set the stage for major developments heading into WWE Bad Blood!
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