WWE Friday Night SmackDown — Season 22
## WWE SmackDown: 2020 - A Year of Shifting Alliances and Championship Chaos The Friday night landscape of WWE shifted dramatically in 2020 on SmackDown, as the brand navigated a year defined by unexpected partnerships, fierce rivalries, and constant battles for championship gold. Following WrestleMania, tensions simmered between Roman Reigns and Jeff Hardy, culminating in a shocking victory for Reigns that marked the beginning of a dominant reign as Universal Champion – one fueled by the calculating presence of Paul Heyman. As SmackDown’s roster fractured and reformed, new alliances emerged. Bayley reigned supreme as SmackDown Women's Champion, building an entourage around her and creating a formidable force. Meanwhile, Braun Strowman battled for supremacy, often clashing with both Reigns and other top contenders like Drew McIntyre. The unpredictable Murphy initially aligned himself with Reigns, but his loyalties would eventually be tested. The mid-year saw the rise of new stars and surprising upsets. Sami Zayn’s controversial run as Intercontinental Champion sparked heated debates and unforgettable moments. Adam Cole and Roderick Strong arrived from NXT, shaking up the tag team division and adding a fresh layer of competition. As the year drew to a close, the stage was set for a major power shift. Drew McIntyre, having earned his opportunity, challenged Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship, promising a clash that would define the future of SmackDown. The show remained consistently unpredictable, delivering high-stakes matches and compelling character development throughout a turbulent and captivating 2020.
Friday Night SmackDown delivered a night of significant developments. The main event saw Daniel Bryan & Roman Reigns face off against King Corbin & Dolph Ziggler, but the contest took an unexpected turn with the arrival of "The Fiend" Bray …
The Usos' return to Friday Night SmackDown saw a night of unexpected developments, culminating in a stunning finish. By the end of the show, Roman Reigns and the Usos were incapacitated, rendered unconscious in a heap.
In a brutal Tables Match, Roman Reigns overcame Robert Roode, securing a significant advantage. As a result, The Big Dog earned the right to determine the stipulation for his upcoming encounter with King Corbin at the Royal Rumble. He chose…
In the final broadcast preceding Sunday's Royal Rumble event, Universal Champion "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt transformed his contract signing with Daniel Bryan into a maelstrom of disruption. Meanwhile, SmackDown Women’s Champion Bayley engaged …
Following a defeat in the Super SmackDown main event – a loss incurred after aligning himself with Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode against Roman Reigns and The Usos – King Corbin experienced a reversal of fortune. Meanwhile, Braun Strowman s…
Carmella secured a shot at the SmackDown Women’s Championship with a hard-fought Fatal 4-Way victory, but Bayley swiftly reminded the Princess of Staten Island of her dominance within the blue brand. Meanwhile, Goldberg issued a challenge f…
Seeking an advantage against The Miz and John Morrison, Roman Reigns turned to Daniel Bryan for assistance. However, King Corbin delivered a surprise blow, striking The Big Dog unexpectedly. In the SmackDown Women’s Championship defense aga…
As WWE Super ShowDown approached, Goldberg issued a challenge to Bray Wyatt, known as "The Fiend," while Naomi earned her place in a SmackDown Women’s Championship match against Bayley.
Following John Cena's departure and announcement that he would not compete at WrestleMania 36, "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt targeted the sixteen-time World Champion. Simultaneously, Roman Reigns positioned himself as the next challenger for Unive…
During a preview of Sunday's SmackDown Tag Team Championship Elimination Chamber Match, Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode employed every tactic imaginable to secure the coveted final entry. Meanwhile, Bayley and Sasha Banks inflicted a signifi…
The historic broadcast of Friday Night SmackDown concluded with a stark encounter between Bray Wyatt and his WrestleMania adversary, John Cena. The meeting was profoundly unsettling, a surreal tableau as both performers contemplated their u…
The atmosphere crackled with animosity as Universal Champion Goldberg and Roman Reigns traded barbs during a remarkably charged WrestleMania contract signing. Meanwhile, Rob Gronkowski made a surprise appearance on SmackDown, swiftly leavin…
For a fleeting moment, The Miz and John Morrison believed they had neutralized all threats to their SmackDown Tag Team Championship reign. Their optimism proved short-lived. WWE officials soon announced a revised challenge: the champions wo…
Bray Wyatt has returned, and the final matches determining qualification for Money in the Bank are set to take place. The action unfolds from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, with Mandy Rose and Otis Valentine among those competing.
Reporting live from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando.
The reigning champions, Charlotte Flair and Bayley, will clash in a compelling contest. Furthermore, the outcomes of the "Money in the Bank" ladder matches are revealed.
The evening's card features Charlotte Flair against Bayley, alongside a mixed-tag team contest where Dolph Ziggler and Sonya Deville will face Mandy Rose and Otis Thorne.
In a women's tag-team contest held in Orlando, Bayley and Sasha Banks faced the reigning champions, Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross.
## A Farewell to the Final Curtain Nikki Cross emerged victorious in a hard-fought Fatal Four-Way against Lacey Evans, Dana Brooke, and Alexa Bliss. In a spirited team effort, The New Day and Lucha House Party triumphed over Miz, Joh…
The upcoming card features a clash between The New Day and the formidable pairing of Nakamura and Cesaro, alongside a special performance by WWE's female athletes in the Smackdown Karaoke ShowDown.
