BY SACNILK

Stamford, December 1 - Randy Orton has officially cemented his place on the blue brand. His much-anticipated return to WWE occurred at Survivor Series: WarGames on November 25, where he emerged as the fifth member of Cody Rhodes' team. ## Despite not being drafted in the 2023 draft, rendering him a free agent, Orton's allegiance has now been solidified on WWE SmackDown, as he inked the deal on December 1. The moment unfolded as Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis fervently vied for The Apex Predator's allegiance. ## Pearce, dangling the enticing offer of a WWE World Heavyweight Championship match, sought to secure Orton for his brand. Meanwhile, Aldis pledged The Bloodline's support in a bid to sway Orton. ## Adding to the drama, Paul Heyman entered the scene, delivering a captivating promo before Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa rushed in to assault Orton. A timely intervention by LA Knight shifted the momentum, leading to a victory for the babyfaces. Seizing the opportunity, Orton incapacitated Jimmy Uso with his signature draping DDT and RKO, creating a defining moment. ## With both contracts in hand, Orton, after a lingering stare at Paul Heyman, discarded the RAW contract, symbolically tossing it behind him. Instead, he opted to sign the SmackDown paperwork, doing so with a flourish over Jimmy Uso's prone body. As the Brooklyn crowd erupted in "RANDY" chants, Orton tossed the signed contract onto Jimmy before concluding the show with an additional RKO on Nick Aldis, cementing his presence on the blue brand. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK

Stamford, Decembe 1 - WWE's Friday Night SmackDown on December 8 promises a riveting lineup for its Tribute to the Troops special edition. CM Punk, who recently marked his comeback at WWE Survivor Series, is set to grace the SmackDown stage once again, adding an electrifying dimension to the evening.## As a free agent with the flexibility to traverse between brands, Punk's presence is sure to inject a dose of unpredictability into the show. The spotlight also shines on the tournament to determine the next #1 Contender for Logan Paul's WWE United States Championship.## The inaugural round features intense matchups, with Dragon Lee locking horns with the formidable Santos Escobar and the powerhouse Bobby Lashley squaring off against the relentless Karrion Kross. ## In a marquee singles clash, the Queen herself, Charlotte Flair, steps into the ring to face the ever-talented Asuka. ## WWE SmackDown: Tribute to the Troops (12/8) ## - Charlotte Flair vs. Asuka ## - CM Punk returns## - WWE United States Title Tournament 1st Round: Bobby Lashley vs. Karrion Kross## - WWE United States Title Tournament 1st Round: Dragon Lee vs. Santos Escobar## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK

Stamford, December 1 - WWE star is making his return tonight on Friday Night SmackDown. ## Anticipation is building as WWE fans eagerly await the return of a prominent star on tonight's Friday Night SmackDown in Brooklyn, NY. According to PWInsider, Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson are slated to make their presence felt at the show. Gallows, who has been absent from the road since sustaining a knee injury in September, is poised for a comeback. ## Following the WWE Draft, The OC, comprised of AJ Styles, Gallows, Anderson, and Mia Yim, engaged in a riveting feud with Karrion Kross and Scarlett. Subsequently, Styles shifted gears and entered a compelling rivalry with Solo Sikoa from The Bloodline. ## Notably, Styles was originally set to team up with John Cena in a tag match against Sikoa and Jimmy Uso at Fastlane, but due to unforeseen circumstances, he was written out and replaced by LA Knight. The return of Gallows tonight sparks excitement and speculation, hinting at the potential initiation of a reboot for The OC faction. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK

Brooklyn, November 30 - The upcoming episode of Friday Night SmackDown is set to hit the airwaves on December 1, 2023, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. ## Every Friday, Fox broadcasts Friday Night SmackDown live from 8:00 PM ET to 10:00 PM ET in the United States. For UK viewers, WWE SmackDown kicks off at 1 am on Saturday mornings on BT Sport 1. ## As of the time of this writing, Logan Paul is slated to make a special appearance, and in addition, Randy Orton is confirmed to grace the show with his presence. ## Here are the top 5 things; ## #1. WWE United States Champion Logan Paul Awaits New Challenge ## It has been officially announced that Logan Paul will make an appearance on the December 1st episode of WWE SmackDown. During the show, he will be searching for his next challenger for the WWE United States Championship which he recently won from Rey Mysterio at WWE Crown Jewel. ## Several WWE stars on Raw, including AJ Styles, Austin Theory, Kevin Owens, and LA Knight, could potentially challenge Paul for the title. ## #2. Randy Orton To Have A Match ## At Survivor Series: WarGames, Randy Orton made his return to the ring. He also delivered an in-ring promo during Monday Night Raw last week. Later that same night, Orton won a singles match against "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio. ## #3. LA Knight To Have A Match ## LA Knight has emerged as a standout performer on the SmackDown roster, consistently delivering top-notch performances in recent matches. In the lead-up to Survivor Series: WarGames last week, Kevin Owens and LA Knight seized the spotlight by disrupting "The Grayson Waller Effect." The interruption transformed the moment into an exhilarating tag team victory as they triumphed over A-Town Down Under.## #4. Carlito Makes His Return And Faces Santos Escobar ## In the lead-up to Survivor Series: WarGames, Carlito initially stepped up to face Santos Escobar in a singles match. However, in the latest episode of SmackDown, Escobar took a ruthless approach, assaulting Carlito and leaving him incapacitated mere hours before their scheduled showdown at Survivor Series: WarGames. ## #5. Iyo Sky Finds New Challenger ## Iyo Sky, in her inaugural reign, currently holds the prestigious WWE Women's Championship. She secured the title by capitalizing on her Money in the Bank contract, seizing the opportunity after a triple threat match featuring Asuka and Charlotte Flair, ultimately dethroning Bianca Belair. ## Her most recent title defense occurred at Crown Jewel, where she successfully retained her championship against Belair. The triumph was aided by the unexpected return of Kairi Sane. As a result, the stage is now set for a potential challenge from Belair as she contemplates a quest to reclaim the coveted championship from Iyo. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK

Stamford, November 30 - WWE has officially announced the highly anticipated return of Randy Orton to the upcoming episode of WWE SmackDown on December 1. The Viper is set to make a grand comeback after his absence from in-ring action since May 20, 2022.## During that time, Orton and his tag team partner Matt Riddle faced a challenging bout against WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champions The Usos (Jimmy Uso & Jey Uso), resulting in the loss of the WWE Raw Tag Team Titles in a unification match. ## As the WWE Universe eagerly awaits Orton's return, the current lineup for Friday's SmackDown promises an electrifying show. Alongside Orton's appearance, YouTube sensation Logan Paul is scheduled to make a guest appearance, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event. Additionally, the aftermath of WWE Survivor Series will be explored, providing fans with insights and fallout from the recent pay-per-view. ## This episode of SmackDown is poised to be a must-watch, with the return of the seasoned veteran Randy Orton and a dynamic mix of elements that promise to keep the WWE Universe on the edge of their seats. ## WWE SmackDown (12/1) Current Lineup ## - Logan Paul to appear ## - Fallout from WWE Survivor Series ## - Randy Orton to appear ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK

Here are the full results for this Friday's SmackDown which is scheduled to air live on December 1, 2023, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY. Friday Night SmackDown currently airs live every Friday on Fox from 8:00 ET–10:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE SmackDown starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Saturday mornings. ## WWE SmackDown Time In Australia: It airs live on at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ## WWE SmackDown Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE SmackDown Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Saturday at 02:00 am CAT ## SmackDown Time In Italy: In Italy, SmackDown airs on DMAX at 2:00 pm with the international version of one-hour shows airing on Cielo in Italian ## SmackDown airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 6:30 am. While SmackDown airs live on Fox Sports in Mexico and across Central and South America since 2014. ## WWE Friday Night SmackDown, December 1, 2023 Play-By-Play Results ## SmackDown erupts with Bianca Belair gracefully striding into the ring. A video promptly recaps the intense Women's War Games match from Survivor Series. Belair commends her team's efforts but declares that her feud with Damage CTRL is far from over. She specifically targets Iyo Sky, asserting her desire to reclaim the title.## Damage CTRL, sans Bayley, emerges, led by Dakota Kai, who challenges Belair. She insists that if Belair wants another title shot, she must first go through all members of Damage CTRL. Charlotte Flair and Shotzi intervene, charging into the ring. A chaotic brawl ensues, and eventually, Belair, Charlotte, and Shotzi manage to clear the ring. Michael Cole on commentary subtly references Bayley's conspicuous absence.## The arena then hears The Brawling Brutes' music, signaling Butch's solo entrance for his upcoming bout against Bobby Lashley.## After the commercial break## Back live, Damage CTRL is seen backstage. Bayley rejoins the group, facing their collective ire for her absence. Dakota Kai steps in to defuse the tension. ## Singles Match: Butch vs Bobby Lashley ## Before the opening match commences, Bobby Lashley seizes a microphone amid the resounding chants of his name from the crowd. Lashley confidently declares his intent to shatter Butch into pieces and directly questions if Butch is prepared for such a fate. In response, Butch slaps Lashley across the face, prompting the ringing of the bell.## Butch initiates the action with a well-executed dropkick in the corner, but Lashley swiftly retaliates by slamming Butch in the same corner. Lashley takes a moment to acknowledge the crowd, allowing Butch to counter with a dropkick that sends Lashley tumbling out of the ring. Seizing the opportunity, Butch follows up with a moonsault, connecting with Lashley on the outside.## Following the commercial break## Returning live, Lashley executes a snap suplex on Butch. Attempting a delayed vertical suplex, Lashley faces resistance as Butch manages to break free. Evading a lariat, Butch ducks under and is caught, finding himself planted with a powerful slam by Lashley. Lashley then hurls Butch out of the ring, forcefully slamming him against the ring post.## As Lashley readies for a spear, Butch skillfully evades, causing Lashley to crash into the ring post. Seizing the moment, Butch delivers an enziguri and ruthlessly stomps down on Lashley's hand. Attempting a power slam, Butch is caught off guard by Lashley's counter enziguri. Lashley springs off the ropes and connects with a thunderous spear. The referee counts to three as Lashley covers Butch for the victory. ## WINNER: Bobby Lashley ## Backstage, Nick Aldis occupies his office when Paul Heyman makes his presence known. Heyman inquires about Randy Orton's invitation to SmackDown, and Aldis confirms that he indeed extended the invitation with the intention of signing Orton to an exclusive deal. Unfazed by Roman Reigns' opinion, Aldis asserts his authority, stating that he's bringing Orton to SmackDown. ## After the commercial break ## Returning to the live broadcast, Butch navigates backstage. Kayla Braxton seeks his thoughts on Ridge Holland's actions last week, but Butch dismisses the past, emphasizing his current focus on himself. ## Pretty Deadly, seizing the opportunity, taunts Butch about his solitary state. In response, Butch attacks Pretty Deadly, but the duo exploits their numerical advantage, overwhelming and incapacitating him. ## Santos Escobar takes center stage in a backstage interview. He declares his intention to conclude what Rey Mysterio initiated. Escobar criticizes Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde, asserting that they remain blinded by their allegiance to Mysterio, unable to recognize that Mysterio will ultimately betray them as well. ## Following the commercial break ## Singles Match: Santos Escobar vs Joaquin Wilde ## The contest initiates with Wilde executing a precision dropkick, swiftly followed by a calculated back elbow. Escobar, finding himself on the defensive, rolls out of the ring, prompting Wilde to seize the opportunity with a daring dive over the top rope, connecting with Escobar. Undeterred, Wilde capitalizes further with a springboard splash.## Ascending to the top turnbuckle once again, Wilde's ascent is abruptly halted by Escobar, who trips him up. Despite the setback, Wilde rebounds with a decisive running knee strike, setting the stage for a leaping DDT. Wilde covers Escobar, but the referee's count only reaches two.## In a sudden turn of events, Escobar retaliates with a well-timed superkick, creating the opening for his signature move—the Phantom Driver. With precision, Escobar covers Wilde, and the referee counts to three, securing the victory for Escobar. ## WINNER: Santos Escobar ## Post-bell, Escobar mercilessly continues his assault on Wilde until Dragon Lee rushes in for the save. As Dragon Lee enters the ring, Escobar retreats, only to strike Dragon Lee from behind when he returns. Dragon Lee skillfully counters, executing a hurricanrana that prompts Escobar to exit the ring and retreat backstage.## After the commercial break## Returning live, Nick Aldis and Adam Pearce engage in conversation backstage. Aldis affirms the rumors, expressing his intent to sign Randy Orton to SmackDown. However, Pearce reveals his Raw contract, declaring his plan to be present to sign Orton to Raw tonight.## United States Champion Logan Paul enters the ring, acknowledging his title win at Crown Jewel through a video recap. Paul addresses the doubters, asserting that their skepticism only fuels his determination. He self-proclaims as the fastest-rising star in WWE history. Paul, in collaboration with Nick Aldis, unveils a tournament to determine the next title challenger. The participants include Santos Escobar, Bobby Lashley, Dragon Lee, Kevin Owens, Karrion Kross, Grayson Waller, Austin Theory, and an unnamed NXT superstar.## Kevin Owens interrupts Paul's speech and confronts him in the ring. Owens deems Paul's presence a nightmare, recalling the first time he saw him on Vine, noting it took only six seconds to realize Paul is an insufferable individual. Owens predicts an end to Paul's championship reign. In response, Paul taunts Owens, claiming he could knock him out in six seconds. The confrontation is further interrupted by Grayson Waller and Austin Theory, who join the scene. Waller suggests that Paul has more in common with them, but Owens swiftly punches Theory in the face, leaving Owens and Paul alone in the ring once again. ## Following the commercial break ## Singles Match: Kevin Owens vs Grayson Waller ## The bout kicks off with Waller swiftly rolling out of the ring, prompting Owens to waste no time pursuing him. Owens bounces Waller off the announce table, delivering a punishing back elbow strike followed by a senton. Displaying his aggression, Owens lands a chop in the corner and attempts a cannonball, but Waller evades by rolling out of the ring. Undeterred, Owens knocks Waller to the floor and executes a spectacular frog splash from the apron. Seizing the opportunity, Waller shoves Owens into the steel stairs, and as the referee is momentarily distracted, Austin Theory capitalizes by stomping on Owens' injured hand.## During the commercial break## Returning to the live action, Owens rebounds with a second frog splash to Waller. Despite the evident pain in his hand, Owens presses on, executing a DDT with his one good arm. Owens follows up with a cannonball and ascends to the top rope to deliver a swanton. He covers Waller, but it results in a two-count. Owens, resilient as ever, attempts a stunner, but Waller cleverly grabs Owens' injured hand to break free. Waller continues to target Owens' hand and goes for a running kick in the corner, but Owens dodges and quickly rolls up Waller for the three-count. ## WINNER: Kevin Owens ## Singles Match: Bianca Belair vs Kairi Sane ## The match kicks off with a traditional lockup. Belair gains the early advantage with a powerful shoulder tackle, but Sane attempts a hurricanrana. Impressively, Belair flips through it and counters with a well-executed dropkick. However, the match takes a chaotic turn as Charlotte, Shotzi, and members of Damage CTRL all interfere, prompting the referee to intervene before losing control. In a strategic move, everyone is ejected from ringside. ## Following the commercial break ## The live action resumes with Sane asserting control, locking Belair in a chin lock on the mat. Despite the predicament, Belair manages to rise to her feet, breaking free and delivering a thunderous power slam to Sane. Undeterred, Sane ascends to the top turnbuckle and connects with a diving forearm strike. Belair attempts a slam, but Sane skillfully reverses it, sending Belair tumbling out of the ring. ## As Belair attempts to re-enter the ring, Bayley seizes the opportunity to sneak up and slam her on the unforgiving ring apron, exploiting the distraction caused by the referee. Undeterred, Sane takes to the top turnbuckle once more, but Belair showcases her strength, catching Sane mid-air and delivering the KOD (Kiss of Death). Belair secures the victory with a cover, as the referee counts to three. ## WINNER: Bianca Belair ## The scene transitions backstage to Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis, each clutching their respective brand's contract, anticipating Randy Orton's imminent decision.## After the commercial break## SmackDown returns live with Pearce and Aldis standing in the ring. Aldis takes the mic and introduces Randy Orton, who receives a thunderous ovation from the crowd. Orton steps into the ring as Pearce and Aldis, eager to recruit him, start vying for his attention, loudly offering promises. Pearce pledges a world title shot, while Aldis assures Orton that he can provide him with the individuals who targeted him.## The recruitment commotion is abruptly halted by the entrance of Paul Heyman, who receives a massive pop from the crowd. Heyman declares that there will be no RKOs tonight, asserting that the Bloodline will make the decision for Orton. Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso make their way to the ring, prompting Pearce and Aldis to exit. ## As Orton valiantly tries to fend off Jimmy and Solo, the situation takes a turn when LA Knight rushes in for the save. Knight sends Solo over the top rope, and the two engage in a brawl up the ramp. Orton seizes the opportunity, delivering a draping DDT to Jimmy Uso. The apex predator then stuns Jimmy with an RKO, leaving Heyman looking on. Orton proceeds to take both the Raw and SmackDown contracts, and with Heyman urging him to "go to Raw," Orton emphatically discards the Raw contract. Orton signs the SmackDown contract and defiantly tells Heyman to inform Roman Reigns that "Daddy's back." Orton drops the mic, celebrating alone in the ring as Nick Aldis joins him. However, in a shocking twist, Orton abruptly RKO's Aldis, standing tall as SmackDown concludes. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SACNILK

Stamford, November 30 - WWE has officially unveiled the upcoming appearances of the reigning Universal Champion, Roman Reigns. Fans can mark their calendars for an unforgettable series of events featuring "The Head of the Table" himself. ## Roman Reigns is set to make waves at the following dates and locations: ## December 15th, 2023 ## Venue: Resch Center## Location: Green Bay, WI## January 5th, 2024 ## Venue: Rogers Arena## Location: Vancouver, BC## January 19th, 2024 ## Venue: State Farm Arena## Location: Atlanta, GA ## WWE enthusiasts and fervent fans of the Universal Champion are eagerly anticipating an enthralling spectacle as Reigns brings his unmatched magnetism and in-ring virtuosity to these legendary arenas.## Roman Reigns' most recent WWE appearance was witnessed at Crown Jewel on November 4, where he triumphantly defended his titles against LA Knight. Notably, Roman Reigns did not make an appearance on the Survivor Series: WarGames card. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Stamford, November 30 - Cedric Alexander has recently made a noteworthy shift to WWE SmackDown, as indicated on the official WWE roster page. ## Following the 2023 WWE Draft, Alexander, who was initially part of WWE Raw, became a free agent. Since the draft, his on-screen appearances have been intermittent. ## On October 2, he competed on WWE Raw, experiencing a defeat. Subsequently, on October 27, he graced the stage of WWE SmackDown, engaging in a match against Dragon Lee, which resulted in another loss for Alexander. ## His presence on WWE SmackDown was again noted on November 10, where he faced Dragon Lee once more, unfortunately securing another defeat. Alexander's journey through these recent events reflects the dynamic nature of professional wrestling and the challenges that come with transitioning between brands. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Stamford, November 28 - Viewership numbers for the November 24 episode of WWE SmackDown have been revealed. # According to data from Wrestlenomics, the November 24 episode of WWE SmackDown, broadcasted on FS1, garnered a final viewership of 789,000. ## This marked a notable decline from the November 17 episode, which aired on Fox and saw 2.20 million viewers. Additionally, it fell short of the October 27 episode on FS1, which secured 1.145 million viewers. ## The recent episode posted a 0.24 rating in the 18 to 49 demographic, a decrease from the November 17 episode's 0.62 rating and a drop from the preceding FS1 episode's 0.35 rating. ## WWE Smackdown, Friday on FS1:789,000 viewersP18-49 rating: 0.24 pic.twitter.com/75gbcf4yBC— Wrestlenomics (@wrestlenomics) November 28, 2023 ## In the main event of the show, Bayley and Asuka secured a victory over Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch. Furthermore, Kevin Owens and LA Knight joined forces to overcome Grayson Waller and Austin Theory. The Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship was on the line, with champions Finn Bálor and Damian Priest successfully defending their titles against The Street Profits. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Stamford, November 28 - Randy Orton, who made a triumphant return at WWE Survivor Series on November 25 after being sidelined since May 2022 due to back fusion surgery, is currently being promoted for the upcoming WWE SmackDown following the pay-per-view event.## The Premium Live Event featured Orton teaming up with Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, Sami Zayn, and Jey Uso to secure victory in the Men's WarGames Match against The Judgment Day and Drew McIntyre. ## The official Twitter account for Barclays Center, the host of the December 1 episode of WWE SmackDown, has included Orton in their promotional content. However, it's important to note that his advertisement does not necessarily guarantee his appearance on SmackDown, as it could be a special treat for the live audience. ## In addition to Orton's return on Raw's November 27 episode, where he emerged victorious against Dominik Mysterio in a singles match, the anticipation for his potential presence on SmackDown adds an extra layer of excitement for fans. # The announced lineup for the December 1 episode of WWE SmackDown includes Logan Paul making an appearance and the fallout from WWE Survivor Series. ## 🚨| Randy Orton has been announced for this Friday’s episode of #SmackDown live from the Barclays Center in New York. pic.twitter.com/oAeRQiu4dt— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) November 28, 2023 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Here are the full results for this Friday's SmackDown which is scheduled to air live on November 24, 2023, at the Allstate Arena in Chicago, IL. ## Friday Night SmackDown currently airs live every Friday on Fox from 8:00 ET–10:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE SmackDown starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Saturday mornings. ## WWE SmackDown Time In Australia: It airs live on at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ## WWE SmackDown Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE SmackDown Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Saturday at 02:00 am CAT ## SmackDown Time In Italy: In Italy, SmackDown airs on DMAX at 2:00 pm with the international version of one-hour shows airing on Cielo in Italian ## SmackDown airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 6:30 am. While SmackDown airs live on Fox Sports in Mexico and across Central and South America since 2014. ## WWE Friday Night SmackDown, November 24, 2023 Play-By-Play Results ## Last week, Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, Shotzi, and Bianca Belair hyped up their Women's War Games match. Bayley interrupted, warning about egos and calling Becky "soft" due to motherhood. Becky challenged any two from Bayley's team for the main event. ## This week, Bayley, with KaiEnFive, accepted the challenge. Asuka asserted their team's readiness for War Games, expressing that no one is ready for them. The stage is set for an explosive showdown at the upcoming event. ## WWE Men's Tag Team Championship: Finn Balor and Damian Priest (with Rhea Ripley) vs Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford ## Dawkins and Priest start strong, but Ford and Finn tag in. Ford takes a beating, including a POUNCE over the announce table by Priest. After the break, Ford fights back, hitting a blockbuster and Revelation. However, Finn and Priest secure the win with a Coup de Grace and tombstone slam. Rhea's distraction plays a crucial role. ## WINNER: Damian Priest and Finn Balor ## After the match, Rhea taunts Ford. Becky, Shotzi, Bianca, and Charlotte discuss their tag match. A disagreement arises between Becky and Charlotte over leadership. Charlotte reveals she wanted a plan like Bayley's, causing tension. Dragon Lee video package highlights his lucha libre lineage.## The "Grayson Waller Effect" features a confusing moment with Austin Theory impersonating Kevin Owens. Real Kevin Owens arrives, and chaos ensues with LA Knight, leading to prop throwing. The show revisits last week's Smackdown with Solo Sikoa, Jimmy Uso, and Paul Heyman. ## Kevin Owens and LA Knight vs Grayson Waller and Austin Theory ## In a joined match, Waller tags in, urging Knight to join. Owens chops Waller, and Knight enters, delivering punches and a suplex. Waller and Theory attempt a double-team, but Knight fights back, clotheslining both. Knight takes Waller down with an elbow, but Theory's interference allows Waller to clothesline Knight. Commercial break follows. Waller chokes Knight in the ropes, Theory distracts. Waller tags in, punches Knight, who counters. Owens enters, hits a superkick and a swanton for a near fall. Waller tags back, hits a backbreaker and a springboard elbow drop. Owens fights back, but Waller prevents the tag. Waller with a knee, Owens kicks back. Theory tags, hits a rolling blockbuster. Owens fights back, tags in Knight. Knight dominates, hits YEAHple's Elbow on Theory. Owens delivers a stunner to Waller, while Knight finishes Theory with a BFT for the win. ## WINNER: Kevin Owens and LA Knight ## Bianca advises Becky to put differences aside with Charlotte for War Games. Carlito returns, expressing anger over Santos Escobar's actions against Rey Mysterio. Santos confronts Carlito in the ring, accusing him of disrupting the LWO family. A brawl ensues, and Santos later attacks Carlito backstage. Dragon Lee intervenes, defending Carlito. ## Elton Prince and Kit Wilson vs. Ridge Holland and Butch ## Ridge starts the match with strong moves on Kit and Elton. Butch tags in, but Ridge walks out when Butch tries to tag him. Butch fights alone, hitting impactful moves. However, a miscommunication allows Kit to make a blind tag. Butch hits Bitter End, but Kit, the legal man, surprises him with a crucifix for the win. ## WINNER: Kit Wilson and Elton Brand ## In the locker room, Shotzi tells Charlotte not to forget the impact of her words during her bullying ordeal. Carlito is injured, and Dragon Lee steps up to face Santos Escobar tomorrow night. The Judgment Day Clubhouse Smackdown edition members discuss their dominance, addressing concerns about Randy Orton's potential return. Charlotte and Becky affirm they are "good" and ready for their challenges. ## Bayley and Asuka (with Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky, and Kairi Sane) vs Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch (with Bianca Belair and Shotzi) ## Becky and Bayley kicked off the match, with Becky sending Bayley into the turnbuckles. Charlotte then tagged in, showcasing her agility with a moonsault. After the commercial break, Bayley gained control, preventing Becky from tagging in. Asuka joined the action, focusing on Becky's arm.## Charlotte's return saw her executing impressive moves, but a miscommunication led to an argument with Becky. Bayley capitalized, rolling up Becky for the win after Charlotte inadvertently landed on her during a spear aimed at Asuka. ## WINNERS: Asuka and Bayley ## After the match, Bianca and Shotzi try to calm down Becky and Charlotte. ## Becky leaves the ring and we go to credits. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Here is the full Match Card for this week's Friday Night edition which is scheduled to air on February 9, 2024, at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. ## Friday Night SmackDown currently airs live every Friday on Fox from 8:00 ET–10:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE SmackDown starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Saturday mornings. ## WWE SmackDown Time In Australia: It airs live on at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ## WWE SmackDown Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE SmackDown Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Saturday at 02:00 am CAT ## SmackDown Time In Italy: In Italy, SmackDown airs on DMAX at 2:00 pm with the international version of one-hour shows airing on Cielo in Italian ## WWE SmackDown Time In India: SmackDown airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 6:30 am ## Tickets Are Available Here!## Confirmed Match Card ## WWE Tag Team Title #1 Contender Match: Tyler Bate & Pete Dunne vs. Tommaso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano ## During the February 2 episode, Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate secured a victory in a Tag Team Qualifier match against Kit Wilson and Elton Prince, Angel Garza and Humberto Carrillo (accompanied by Elektra Lopez), and Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro (with Zelina Vega). ## This week on SmackDown, Bate & Dunne are set to Tommaso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano, determining who will advance to the Elimination Chamber. ## WINNER PREDICTION: Tommaso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano ## Nick Aldis announces Logan Paul's next challenger ## Logan Paul successfully defended the WWE United States Championship against Kevin Owens at WWE Royal Rumble. Now, on the road to WWE Elimination Chamber, Nick Aldis will announce the next Challenger for Logan Paul's WWE United States Championship on the February 9 episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. ## Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match: Bianca Belair vs. Michin ## Bianca Belair is fully committed and will compete in the Elimination Chamber Qualifying match set to take place this Friday on SmackDown. ## The announcement, made by Michael Cole during the WrestleMania 40 Kickoff Press Conference, revealed that Bianca Belair would face Michin in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying match this Friday night on SmackDown. ## WINNER PREDICTION: Bianca Belair ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...