BY SACNILK

Here is the full review for the April 14th edition of WWE SmackDown which took place from Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska. ## Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn Segment ## Undisputed Tag Team Champions Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn made their way to the ring amidst a massive reaction from the crowd. The fans sang Zayn's entrance music and broke into a "Sami" chant. Zayn acknowledged that they were in the main event at WrestleMania for the first time and mentioned their friendship and recent title win. He also acknowledged the unpredictability of the WWE Draft, but said they were currently focused on dealing with The Bloodline. ## Owens agreed with Zayn and added that The Usos, who they had defeated for the titles, were more dangerous than ever. He anticipated The Usos would come out and demand a rematch. As if on cue, Solo Sikoa and The Usos made their way to ringside. The Usos mocked Owens and Zayn, claiming that they were folding under pressure. Zayn fired back, noting that it was The Bloodline who had to answer to Roman Reigns without the titles. Jey Uso tried to stir up trouble by suggesting that Zayn would be the one to betray Owens. ## Zayn was impressed with Jey's ability to lie to himself, pointing out that everyone knew Reigns was furious about losing the titles. Owens and Zayn knew that The Bloodline had not come out to talk, and Sikoa and The Usos surrounded the ring. However, their advantage was short-lived as Matt Riddle ran down to the ring to even the odds. Owens and Zayn started brawling with The Usos, while Riddle delivered a knee to Sikoa's face, making an impressive change in the momentum of the situation. ## RATING: *** ## Xavier Woods Vs LA Knight ## In an outstanding opener, Woods and Knight put on a killer match that had the fans reacting with enthusiasm. The pacing was excellent, starting slowly and building up towards an exciting finish. ## Knight received another positive reaction from the crowd as he started the match with a side headlock, but Woods escaped with a well-executed dropkick. Woods then gained the upper hand with a side headlock of his own, and followed up with a high-flying dive to the floor, taking Knight down. ## Knight, however, turned the tables by luring Woods to the other side of the ring and delivering punishing moves, including slamming Woods back first into the ring apron and then face-first into the ring post. ## After the commercial break, Woods missed a splash in the corner, and Knight capitalized by hitting a jumping neck breaker for a close near fall. Woods managed to rally and fought back, avoiding Knight's attacks, sliding through his legs, and hitting a dropkick for another near fall. Knight regained control with a DDT, but Woods showed resilience by kicking out at two. ## Frustrated, Knight attempted to suplex Woods out of the ring, but Woods countered by dropping Knight on the ropes and hitting a double foot stomp to the back. Woods followed up with a leg-drop off the second turnbuckle, but Knight managed to grab the ropes, creating a gripping near fall moment. ## Knight then tried to cheat by using an O'Connor roll and grabbing Woods' tights, but the referee caught him in the act. Woods capitalized on the distraction and executed his own O'Connor roll, also grabbing the tights for the win. ## It was an impressive victory for Woods in a hard-fought match against Knight, showcasing both competitors' skills and leaving the fans thoroughly entertained. ## WINNER: Xavier Woods ## MATCH RATING: **** ## MATCH TIME: 11:46 ## Judgment Day Segment ## Judgment Day made their way to the ring, with Priest taking the microphone and addressing the upcoming Backlash event and the host, Bad Bunny. Priest made it clear that while Bad Bunny could enjoy the show from the front row, he could not lay his hands on Priest's family. ## The broadcast then recapped the recent incident on Raw where Priest had put Bad Bunny through a table. ## As Priest and Dominik were in the ring, the music of the LWO (Loser Weight Outsiders) hit, and Zelina Vega made her entrance. Ripley quickly confronted Vega, but this distraction allowed Santos Escobar, Joaquin Wilde, and Crus Del Toro to attack Priest and Dominik from behind. The assault occurred just as the show went to a commercial break, leaving Priest and Dominik vulnerable to the unexpected attack from the LWO. ## RATING: *** ## Damien Priest (w/Dominik Mysterio & Rhea Ripley) Vs Santos Escobar (w/Zelina Vega, Joaquin Wilde & Cruz Del Toro) ## Priest and Escobar brought their A-game to the ring, putting on an excellent match that was met with an enthusiastic response from the hot crowd. Despite the LWO gimmick being a throwback to a previous era in WCW, it was working better this time around. ## The match had already started during the commercial break, with Escobar initially gaining control until Priest countered with a right hand. Escobar fought back with a dropkick that resulted in a near fall. He followed up with a series of punches in the corner, but Priest eventually broke free and sent Escobar to ringside with a big boot. Priest then leapt off the steps with a double ax handle on Escobar as the broadcast returned from the break. ## Priest slowed down the pace of the match, using knees to the face to wear down Escobar. However, Escobar fought back and the two exchanged a slugfest. Escobar fired up with a running hurricanrana and a moonsault for another close near fall, which prompted the fans to chant "Santos" in support. ## Mysterio got involved in the match, but Wilde and Del Toro attacked him. Priest came to Mysterio's aid, allowing Escobar to hit a suicide dive to a loud ovation from the crowd. Ripley tried to interfere, but Vega took her out with a hurricanrana, generating another massive pop from the fans. In the ring, Priest rocked Escobar with a kick to the face and then hit his finishing move, South of Heaven, for the win. ## WINNER: Damien Priest (w/Dominik Mysterio & Rhea Ripley) ## MATCH RATING: *** ## MATCH TIME: 11:30 ## Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan Segment ## The new WWE Women's Tag Team Champions, Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan, made their way to the ring in celebratory attire to mark their recent title win. A video package recapped their victory over Becky Lynch and Trish Stratus on Raw, which was met with fireworks going off in the arena. ## Rodriguez took the mic and expressed her gratitude to Morgan for allowing her to throw her at their opponents during the match. Morgan responded by telling Rodriguez that she could throw her anytime, indicating their strong partnership. ## However, their celebration was interrupted by Sonya Deville and Chelsea Green. Deville pointed out that Rodriguez and Morgan didn't actually defeat the champions, as someone had attacked Lita, resulting in Stratus filling in for her. Green agreed, claiming that Adam Pearce had overlooked this crucial detail. ## Rodriguez and Morgan then decided that Deville and Green would be their next challengers. The champions wasted no time in clearing the ring of the heels, ending the segment with a display of their confidence and determination to retain their newly-won titles. ## Shinsuke Nakamura Vs Madcap Moss (w/Emma) ## Nakamura made a triumphant return to the ring with a new look and received a rousing reaction from the crowd as he squared off against Madcap Moss. In the backstage area, Emma tried to boost Moss's confidence by telling him to ignore the fans and only listen to her. She claimed that Moss was superior to Nakamura in terms of strength, speed, and looks, and emphasized the importance of getting a win to boost his status in the upcoming Draft. ## As the match began, Moss wasted no time in attacking Nakamura, but the seasoned veteran fought back with a well-executed spinning heel kick. Nakamura followed up with a kick to the head and a sliding German suplex in the ropes, showcasing his technical prowess. He then delivered a knee strike from the middle rope, setting up his signature move, the Kinshasa, which secured him the victory in the match. Nakamura's dominant performance left no doubt about his skills and abilities in the ring. ## WINNER: Shinsuke Nakamura ## MATCH RATING: ** ## MATCH TIME: 1:29 ## Solo Sikoa (w/The Usos) Vs Matt Riddle (w/Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens) ## Sikoa, utilizing his power, gained the early advantage over Riddle in their match. Despite Riddle's repeated attempts to apply a sleeper hold, Sikoa managed to escape each time. Riddle fought back, but The Usos interfered, causing Owens and Zayn to get involved as well, resulting in the referee sending both teams to the back and cutting to a commercial break. ## After the break, Riddle and Sikoa resumed their match, exchanging shots with Sikoa getting the upper hand. Sikoa slowed down the pace with a nerve hold, prompting the crowd to chant "Riddle." However, Riddle managed to recover and fired up with an exploder suplex. He attempted a kick and a moonsault, but Sikoa countered with his knees up. Riddle then countered with a floating bro for a close two-count. ## The Usos returned to ringside, prompting Owens and Zayn to come back as well, leading to a brawl between both teams. The Usos took out Owens and Zayn with superkicks, while Riddle wiped out The Usos with a floating bro of his own. ## The match concluded with Sikoa catching Riddle off-guard with a superkick as he jumped into the ring, followed by hitting the Samoan Spike for the victory. Despite Riddle's valiant effort, Sikoa's strategic maneuver secured him the win. ## WINNER: Solo Sikoa ## MATCH RATING: *** ## MATCH TIME: 10:41 ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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WWE has announced an electrifying lineup for next Friday's episode of WWE SmackDown, featuring multiple high-stakes title bouts that are sure to leave fans on the edge of their seats with anticipation. ## First up, Gunther, the reigning Intercontinental Champion, will put his coveted title on the line against the formidable Xavier Woods. After Woods's impressive victory over LA Knight, he wasted no time in confronting Gunther and accepting the challenge. The stakes couldn't be higher as these two competitors clash in a battle for championship glory. ## In addition, the Women's Tag Team Titles will be up for grabs as Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan defend their gold against the formidable duo of Sonya Deville and Chelsea Green. Deville and Green made a bold statement by interrupting the champions' celebration, setting the stage for what promises to be an epic showdown between these highly skilled teams. ## Lastly, Braun Strowman and Ricochet, fueled by a thirst for revenge after a vicious backstage attack, will join forces to take on the imposing duo of The Viking Raiders, Erik and Ivar. The intensity and animosity between these teams are palpable, and the match is sure to be a clash of titans that will have the WWE Universe on the edge of their seats. ## With such a star-studded lineup of title bouts, next Friday's WWE SmackDown is undoubtedly a must-watch event for all wrestling enthusiasts, promising thrills, drama, and jaw-dropping action that will leave fans begging for more. ## WWE SmackDown (4/21) ## - WWE Women's Tag Team Championships: Raquel Rodriguez & Liv Morgan (c) vs. Chelsea Green & Sonya Deville ## - WWE Intercontinental Championship: Gunther vs. Xavier Woods ## - Braun Strowman & Ricochet vs. The Viking Raiders (Erik & Ivar) ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Paul Heyman announced that the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships will be defended by Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn against The Usos (Jimmy & Jey Uso) on the April 28 episode of WWE SmackDown. ## Owens & Zayn had won the titles from The Usos in the main event of WrestleMania 39 night one. ## Heyman emphasized in his promo that Roman Reigns was "growing increasingly impatient with the two of you," while gesturing towards Owens & Zayn, but his gaze was fixed on The Usos. ## WWE SmackDown (4/28) ## - WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championships: Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn vs. The Usos (c) ## - Night one of WWE Draft ## The REMATCH goes down in 2 weeks! 🏆 🏆#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/UX0lKpvUmF— WWE on BT Sport (@btsportwwe) April 15, 2023 ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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In the corner, Riddle delivers kicks as Solo pushes him to the mat. Riddle's attempted wrist lock is blocked, and Solo retaliates with a slam. Riddle then goes for a sleeper hold, leaping onto Solo's back. Solo backs Riddle into the corner to break free, but Riddle persists and returns to the sleeper hold. Solo counters with a running backpack slam, but Riddle regains control with the sleeper hold once again. ## Solo tries a snap mare to escape, but Riddle holds on tight. However, Solo runs into a boot, and Riddle follows up with punches and chops. Jimmy interferes, tripping Riddle from the apron, but the referee intervenes and orders Sami and Kevin, along with the Usos, to leave the ringside area. Riddle quickly capitalizes with a rollup for a near fall, but Solo counters with a powerful Samoan drop. The match goes to commercial, leaving the outcome uncertain. ## As the action resumes, Solo and Riddle trade punches, with Solo delivering a powerful back elbow for a close near fall. Solo then locks in a nerve hold, trying to wear down Riddle. However, Riddle fights back with a forearm, and Solo responds with punches of his own. The exchange continues until Riddle is knocked down with a punch from Solo. Solo then sets up for a running hip attack in the corner, but Riddle manages to dodge, causing Solo to crash into the ring post. ## Riddle seizes the opportunity, unleashing a flurry of strikes and a chest-kicking Pele Kick, followed by a forearm in the corner. Riddle then charges with another running forearm, but Solo manages to block the exploder suplex momentarily with elbows. Undeterred, Riddle eventually connects with the exploder suplex, sending Solo crashing to the mat. Riddle then attempts a kick and a moonsault, but both miss their mark. ## Solo capitalizes with knees to Riddle's back, trying to regain control. However, Riddle fights back with a back elbow and then executes a twisting senton off the turnbuckles, coming close to a pinfall with a near fall. ## Defying authority, Jimmy and Jey return to ringside despite being previously ordered to leave. Sami and Kevin join the fray, and all four men engage in a chaotic brawl on the outside of the ring. In the midst of the mayhem, Riddle delivers a swift kick to Solo and then ascends to the apron, launching himself into a breathtaking twisting Asai Moonsault that takes out both Jimmy and Jey. ## However, as Riddle lands, Solo catches him off-guard with a thunderous super kick. The impact leaves Riddle vulnerable, and Solo capitalizes with a devastating Samoan Spike, driving Riddle to the mat with authority. The referee counts to three, declaring Solo the victor in an electrifying and tumultuous matchup. ## WINNER: Solo Sikoa ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Here is the full Match Card for this week's Friday Night edition which is scheduled to air on May 19, 2023, live from Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. ## 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 5:30 am ## SmackDown Commentators: It is presented by Michael Cole (play-by-play commentator) Pat McAfee. ## Tickets Are Available Here!## Confirmed Match Card ## "The Grayson Waller Effect” to premiere next week with a huge guest ## Following his persuasive appeal to WWE Official Adam Pearce on his inaugural SmackDown appearance, Grayson Waller has been authorized to debut his talk show, titled "The Grayson Waller Effect," on the blue brand. ## His first guest will be none other than AJ Styles, who recently triumphed to secure the opportunity to face Seth "Freakin" Rollins for the illustrious World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Night of Champions. ## Rey Mysterio & Santos Escobar vs. The Usos ## As they made their way back to the backstage area following Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns' announcement that he and Solo Sikoa would be vying for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Titles against Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn instead of The Usos, Jimmy and Jey were displeased with The LWO's response to their unfavorable predicament. ## The Brawling Brutes square off against Pretty Deadly ## In the aftermath of the 2023 WWE Draft, Pretty Deadly have transitioned to SmackDown. After toying with The Brawling Brutes, they won't have to wait much longer for the opportunity to compete. ## Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn come face-to-face with Roman Reigns & Solo Sikoa ## Upon his return to SmackDown, Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns proclaimed that he and Solo Sikoa would be contending against Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn for the highly coveted Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship at WWE Night of Champions. Reigns and The Enforcer of the Bloodline will confront the current titleholders in an impending showdown. ## To stay updated with all the latest wrestling news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Here is the full Match Card for this week's Friday Night edition which is scheduled to air on May 12, 2023, live from Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, TN. ## 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 5:30 am ## SmackDown Commentators: It is presented by Michael Cole (play-by-play commentator) Pat McAfee. ## Tickets Are Available Here! Confirmed Match Card ## Bianca Belair to appear on SmackDown in Puerto Rico! ## The reigning Raw Women's Champion, the formidable Bianca Belair, is scheduled to make a stunning appearance on SmackDown, as the electrifying blue brand emanates LIVE from Puerto Rico in anticipation of Backlash. ## The "EST of WWE," widely renowned for her sheer dominance and phenomenal athleticism, will grace the SmackDown arena just hours before she defends her coveted Raw Women's Title against the tenacious IYO SKY in what is undoubtedly destined to be a riveting and unforgettable showdown. ## It was recently announced that Belair, a force to be reckoned with, will be bringing her exceptional talents to the blue brand on a permanent basis, following her selection by SmackDown during the highly-anticipated WWE Draft. This eagerly-anticipated move is slated to take place post-Backlash, further adding to the excitement and intrigue surrounding the already-stellar WWE universe. ## Roman Reigns returns with a purpose ## Ever since the exhilarating night after WrestleMania, the enigmatic and undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns, has been conspicuously absent from the WWE Universe, possibly savoring his momentous triumph against Cody Rhodes at The Showcase of the Immortals. ## However, since his departure, The Bloodline has been struggling to maintain their position of dominance. Despite their relentless efforts, The Usos, Reigns' trusted associates, were unsuccessful in their quest to reclaim the highly-coveted Undisputed WWE Tag Team Title, succumbing to defeat against Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn in a closely-contested rematch. ## Furthermore, the group has been facing an ongoing conundrum with regards to Matt Riddle, as they have been unable to resolve the pressing issue, leading to a sense of uncertainty and unease within the faction. ## Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez defend their Women’s Tag Team Titles against Damage CTRL ## On the upcoming Friday night, the WWE Women's Tag Team Titles will be fiercely contested as Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez step up to defend their championship against the dynamic duo of Bayley and Dakota Kai, who represent the formidable faction known as Damage CTRL. In a recent encounter, Damage CTRL managed to secure a non-title triumph over Morgan and Rodriguez, thereby earning an opportunity to compete for the coveted gold. ## However, the solidarity of Damage CTRL has been under scrutiny lately, with IYO SKY voicing her dissent over Bayley's leadership and demanding a chance at the Raw Women's Title instead of her teammate. Additionally, the faction has been struggling to capture championship glory, further adding to the confusion and uncertainty surrounding the group that had previously established their dominance on Raw. ## With their credibility and unity in question, the waters are murky for Damage CTRL as they gear up for this high-stakes title match against the formidable champions, Morgan and Rodriguez. ## To stay updated with all the latest wrestling news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.