Ranking The Top 5 Highlights From WWE SmackDown On October 20, 2023

San Antonio, 21 October - Here are the top 5 highlights from the October 20th episode of Friday Night SmackDown, which was broadcast live from the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas.

The episode was filled with anticipation and excitement, featuring two notable returns, former Raw Women's Champion Bianca Belair and internet sensation Logan Paul. The main event of the evening was a Women's World Championship match pitting the reigning champion Iyo Sky against the formidable Charlotte Flair.



The show also boasted appearances by wrestling icons like John Cena, rising star LA Knight, and the legendary Rey Mysterio, making it a must-watch for fans. Below, you can find a rundown of the top 5 highlights from the electrifying episode.

#5. Montez Ford Defeats Santos Escobar

Montez Ford took on Santos Escobar in a fast-paced and action-packed match. Ford clinched the win with a rollup. After the match, a post-bout brawl involving Ford, Angelo Dawkins, and Carlito added to the excitement.



#4. Logan Paul Challenges Rey Mysterio

Logan Paul, known for his internet fame and recent engagement, surprised the WWE universe by challenging Rey Mysterio for the United States Championship. Rey accepted the challenge, creating anticipation for their upcoming clash.

#3. John Cena Cuts A Promo, Jey Uso saves Cena from an attack by Solo and Jimmy



The segment commenced when John Cena revealed that he had uncovered a unique streak of his own: it had been 2,002 days since he emerged victorious in a solo televised match. Cena proceeded to playfully contemplate retirement, suggesting that it might be time to confront the reality.

With the audience firmly behind him, chanting "You Still Got It," Cena left no room for doubt that he still possessed the ability to perform at the highest level and that the moment had arrived to reverse his fortunes. However, Cena's aspirations were abruptly interrupted by an unexpected assault from Jimmy and Solo. In a surprise twist that delighted the fans, Jey Uso emerged to come to Cena's rescue.

One of the best segments on the card with Cena ending it with a AA on LA Knight.

#2. LA Knight Faces Paul Heyman

Paul Heyman stepped into the ring, acknowledging the high stakes that had loomed over the Bloodline that week. He discussed Jimmy's recent actions on Raw, which had led to Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes losing their Tag Team titles. Heyman then went on to announce Roman Reigns' upcoming match against LA Knight at Crown Jewel.

With a touch of humor, Heyman mentioned the differences between himself and the Texas crowd, playfully highlighting his superior fashion sense and financial success. He shared his admiration for LA Knight and urged the audience not to chant "YEAH." He underscored the importance of watching Crown Jewel and confidently predicted Roman Reigns' dominance.

The music of LA Knight hit, and he seized the microphone from Heyman. Knight wanted to address Roman directly and questioned his absence. He challenged Roman to step up and speculated about the meaning behind Roman's previous actions. Knight was determined to conquer Roman and seize the championship, emphasizing his rapid ascent to the top. He announced a contract signing for the following week, requesting that Paul convey the message that the ring would belong to LA Knight if Roman failed to appear.

#1. Iyo Sky defeats Charlotte Flair/Bianca Belair's shocking return

In a Women's Championship match, Iyo Sky faces Charlotte Flair. The match was a thrilling back-and-forth contest. Iyo secured an unexpected victory after a crafty use of the title belt and interference from Dakota Kai.

After the match, Bayley and Iyo launched an attack on Flair, but when Bianca Belair's music played, they abruptly halted their assault. Bianca swiftly kicked Bayley and delivered a spinebuster. She then tried to execute the KOD on Iyo, but Bayley stepped in to thwart the attempt. Undeterred, Bianca eventually sealed the deal with a KOD on Bayley, and then extended a helping hand to assist Flair to her feet.

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