This week’s episode of WWE SmackDown was pre-taped at the XL Center in Hartford, Connecticut, following last week’s show. The decision to tape the episode in advance gives the WWE roster additional time off for the Christmas season.
Matches and Segments
The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, and Tama Tonga) vs. LA Knight, Andrade, and Apollo Crews
This heated six-man tag team match stems from The Bloodline’s attack on Apollo Crews, which has only escalated tensions in recent weeks.
Women’s Tag Team Championship Match: Bianca Belair and Naomi (c) vs. Nia Jax and Candice LeRae
Belair and Naomi will defend their titles against the dominant Nia Jax and crafty Candice LeRae. Will the champs retain, or will new challengers claim the gold?
Kevin Owens Addresses the WWE Universe
Kevin Owens is set to address the crowd after his controversial actions at Saturday Night’s Main Event (SNME). Following his loss to Cody Rhodes, KO attacked Cody and made off with the Winged Eagle Championship. Owens, who has been parading around with the stolen title, has even declared that he’ll defend it next week during the WWE holiday tour.
Braun Strowman vs. Carmelo Hayes (Rematch)
Braun Strowman and Carmelo Hayes will face off in a highly anticipated rematch. Last week, during The Grayson Waller Effect, Strowman appeared dressed as Santa Claus, but things took a chaotic turn, leading to this showdown.
Johnny Gargano vs. Alex Shelley
Johnny Gargano, riding a wave of momentum, takes on Alex Shelley in a singles match. However, Shelley is looking to settle the score after Gargano’s shocking heel turn.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest WWE SmackDown updates as the road to the big WWE Raw Netflix debut on Monday, January 6, continues
