WWE Friday Night SmackDown

WWE SmackDown Preview: Final Show Before Night of Champions in Riyadh

WWE SmackDown is set to broadcast live tomorrow from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, serving as the final stop before the highly anticipated Night of Champions pay-per-view. All six matches for Night of Champions have been confirmed, with the Undisputed Championship clash between John Cena and CM Punk headlining the event. WWE superstars have already arrived in Saudi Arabia, ready to electrify the crowd.

Three championship matches are scheduled for SmackDown, but the excitement doesn’t stop there. WWE has a special segment planned, featuring a face-to-face encounter between John Cena and CM Punk. Following Cena’s explosive pipebomb-style promo that left fans in awe, all eyes are on whether CM Punk will fire back or if Cena will once again steal the spotlight.

Women’s United States Championship: Zelina Vega (c) vs. Giulia
The feud between Zelina Vega and Giulia has intensified since Giulia’s SmackDown debut, with the newcomer boldly targeting Vega’s Women’s United States Championship. Their rivalry took an unexpected twist when Giulia aided Vega in retaining her title against Piper Niven by neutralizing Niven’s allies, only to turn on Vega moments later, sparking their heated conflict.

Prediction: Giulia to Claim Her First WWE Title
Giulia is poised to capture the Women’s United States Championship, capitalizing on her heel persona and WWE’s apparent plan to push her as a dominant force on the main roster. Expect her to employ cunning tactics to secure the title.

Women’s Championship Last Woman Standing Match: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Nia Jax
Tiffany Stratton’s reign as Women’s Champion began when she cashed in her Money in the Bank contract on Nia Jax. Despite Jax’s relentless efforts to reclaim the title, Stratton has outsmarted her in multiple rematches. Tensions escalated when Jax thwarted Naomi’s attempt to cash in her MITB contract on Stratton, adding another layer to their rivalry. Now, they’ll settle the score in a brutal Last Woman Standing match.

Prediction: Naomi to Cash In and Win the Women’s Championship
The Last Woman Standing match will likely leave both competitors battered, creating the perfect moment for Naomi to seize her opportunity. Having won the women’s MITB contract, Naomi is expected to cash in post-match and walk away as the new Women’s Champion, bringing a poetic end to Stratton’s title run.

Tag Team Championship: The Street Profits (c) vs. The Wyatt Sicks
The Wyatt Sicks have dominated the SmackDown tag team division since their return, leaving a trail of destruction and targeting the Tag Team Champions, The Street Profits. The champs have warned other teams about the Sicks’ threat, acknowledging the challenge of facing such a formidable duo. With the Wyatt Sicks having antagonized multiple teams, the Profits might receive unexpected assistance, potentially leading to a disqualification victory.

John Cena and CM Punk’s Explosive In-Ring Confrontation
After John Cena’s shocking disqualification loss to R-Truth, he delivered a jaw-dropping promo, channeling CM Punk’s iconic pipebomb while adding his own brutal flair. The electrifying moment had the crowd chanting Cena’s name, setting the stage for a chaotic encounter with Punk on SmackDown as they build toward their main event showdown at Night of Champions.