Tonight's edition of WWE SmackDown emanates from SAP Center in San Jose. It has been announced that hometown star Bayley will face Alexa Bliss in a singles match.
SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced the match and it serves as a preview of the Women's Tag Team Championship match at WrestleMania 42.
The bout gives Bayley a hometown spotlight. Aldis confirmed the addition to tonight's card via social media.
Tonight from The Shark Tank, it'll be hometown girl Bayley going 1-on-1 with Alexa Bliss," Aldis wrote. "See you tonight on SmackDown.
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WrestleMania 42 Tag Title Match
At WrestleMania 42, Bayley will team with Lyra Valkyria to challenge for the Women's Tag Team Championship. Champions Nia Jax and Lash Legend will defend against three teams in a multi-team match.
Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss form one of the challenging teams, while The Bella Twins round out the field. Tonight's match positions Bayley and Bliss as opponents before they compete in separate teams at the Premium Live Event.
Additional SmackDown Lineup
Tonight's episode features several other notable segments heading into WrestleMania 42 weekend. Pat McAfee is scheduled to address the WWE Universe and has teased a "massive surprise" for the show.
Drew McIntyre has vowed to expose the "real" Jacob Fatu, while Rhea Ripley will respond to Jade Cargill's recent attack on IYO SKY. Sami Zayn is looking for payback against Trick Williams and Lil Yachty, and Royce Keys will make his official SmackDown debut.
WWE SmackDown airs tonight at 8/7c.
