WWE SmackDown kicked off with a bang as the women’s Survivor Series team, comprising Bianca Belair, Naomi, IYO SKY, Bayley, and Rhea Ripley, took to the ring. Rhea Ripley set the tone by declaring that they were not the best of friends, but they would emerge victorious at Survivor Series. The confidence of the group seemed to spark a reaction from the opposing team, led by Raquel Rodriguez, Liv Morgan, Tiffany Stratton, Candice LeRae, and Nia Jax, who laughed at their bold claims. The tension escalated as Morgan accused Bayley of attacking Jade Cargill, and Ripley threatened to inflict pain on Liv Morgan.
The fallout was a massive brawl between the two teams, which set the tone for the rest of the evening. The main event saw Shinsuke Nakamura taking on Andrade, with Nakamura managing to capture the win despite Andrade’s early dominance. After the match, LA Knight attempted to attack Nakamura but was met with a mist.
Ciampa and Gargano made an appearance backstage, bickering about their loser status. The latter half of the show saw Kevin Owens recalling his encounters with The Bloodline, which led him to announce his upcoming match against Cody Rhodes at Survivor Series.
The tag team match between Michin, Lash Legend, and Piper Niven was a highlight, with Michin emerging victorious after a dramatic sequence of events. Meanwhile, the sit-down discussion between CM Punk and Roman Reigns, mediated by Paul Heyman, was an intense and intriguing encounter. Roman Reigns reiterated his disdain for Punk, but Heyman pointed out that punk’s help was necessary to take down Solo.
The evening concluded with a match between Jey Uso and Jacob Fatu, with Fatu claiming the win despite a valiant effort from Uso. The B-Plus grade for this match was well-deserved, given the intense action and drama that unfolded.
In the end, WWE SmackDown delivered a thrilling episode filled with high-stakes rivalries, intense matches, and dramatic moments. As the stage is set for Survivor Series, the stakes are higher than ever, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the ongoing storylines.
