WWE Friday Night SmackDown — Season 25
## WWE SmackDown: 2023 - A Year of Shifting Alliances and Rising Challenges The 2023 season of Friday Night SmackDown was a whirlwind of unpredictable shifts, intense rivalries, and the constant promise of something new. As the year unfolded, Roman Reigns’ historic championship reign continued to dominate the landscape, but challengers emerged from every corner, testing his dominance and igniting fiery conflicts. Cody Rhodes' return brought an immediate jolt of energy, setting him on a collision course with The Bloodline while simultaneously captivating the SmackDown audience. Meanwhile, tensions simmered within the group itself, as Jey Uso’s frustrations grew, ultimately leading to a dramatic and impactful departure that reshaped the entire dynamic. Beyond the main event storylines, new stars battled for recognition and established veterans fought to maintain their place in the spotlight. The Women's division saw its own share of compelling narratives, with contenders vying for championship opportunities and forging unexpected alliances. Throughout it all, SmackDown remained a stage for surprising upsets, emotional moments, and the ever-present thrill of live wrestling – a year defined by change and the relentless pursuit of greatness.
Jimmy and Jey Uso upheld the legacy of The Bloodline with a successful defense of the Undisputed Tag Team Championship against the formidable pairing of Drew McIntyre and Sheamus. Charlotte Flair retained her SmackDown Women’s Championship …
The latest SmackDown delivered a startling conclusion as Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens' match ended in no contest following interference from The Bloodline, a development that may hint at the complexities of their alliance with Zayn. Elsewhere …
Just eight days prior to the Royal Rumble, Kevin Owens launched a surprise attack on Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns and The Bloodline during their contract signing. Furthermore, Legado del Fantasma, Imperium, Hit Row, and D…
In a fiery barn-themed SmackDown, Kevin Owens delivered the decisive blow as Sami Zayn intervened to save Solo Sikoa from defeat, though his efforts to overcome KO fell short. Meanwhile, Imperium, Braun Strowman, and Ricochet secured their …
In the closing moments of SmackDown, Sami Zayn was ambushed by Roman Reigns, a brutal attack that ignited a furious response from The Bloodline. The Head of the Table vowed to end the conflict with Zayn at WWE Elimination Chamber, in the pr…
In a night of dramatic clashes on SmackDown, Madcap Moss emerged victorious from a grueling Fatal-Four-Way contest against Rey Mysterio, Karrion Kross, and Santos Escobar. This hard-fought win secured him a coveted Intercontinental Title ma…
A fervent Sami Zayn journeyed back to Montreal, ready to challenge expectations at WWE Elimination Chamber against Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns. Meanwhile, Gunther secured the Intercontinental Title with a grueling victory…
Sami Zayn continued his efforts to destabilize The Bloodline, while Dominik Mysterio's actions pushed his father, Rey, to the breaking point. Imperium delivered a powerful display, and further developments unfolded.
Despite a defeat in the SmackDown main event against Solo Sikoa, Sami Zayn endured a brutal post-match attack from Jimmy Uso and The Enforcer, escalating the internal conflicts within The Bloodline. Meanwhile, Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes h…
The latest SmackDown delivered a seismic shift in power, as Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn united to dominate The Bloodline. Elsewhere on the card, Drew McIntyre and Sheamus secured victory in a contentious Fatal 5-Way Match. The show also featu…
Following Kevin Owens' rejection of Cody Rhodes' efforts to reconcile their differences, he unexpectedly intervened to aid his longtime friend during a two-on-one assault by the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions, The Usos. Meanwhile, SmackD…
The latest SmackDown delivered a compelling spectacle. The Usos launched a surprise attack on Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn during "The KO Show," while Rey Mysterio made a shocking declaration to his son, agreeing to face him in a WrestleMania …
The night before WrestleMania, SmackDown delivered a remarkable encounter between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes – their final meeting before the highly anticipated Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match on the biggest event of the year.…
Seeking to even the balance, Matt Riddle intervened to rescue Sami Zayn from a vicious assault by the Bloodline. Meanwhile, Triple H announced the return of the WWE Draft, The Brawling Brutes secured a hard-fought victory against Imperium, …
In the immediate aftermath of exploiting the surrounding pandemonium to overcome Matt Riddle in SmackDown's intensely personal main event, The Enforcer of The Bloodline unleashed a vicious post-match assault on The Original Bro. The attack …
In a brutal contest where rules held no sway, Jimmy and Jey Uso aided The Bloodline's enforcer in defeating The Original Bro. Meanwhile, Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan secured the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship by overcoming Sonya Devil…
The WWE Draft ignited on SmackDown with a flurry of high-profile selections, as Roman Reigns, Bianca Belair, Cody Rhodes, Becky Lynch, and a host of other stars were claimed by either the Raw or SmackDown brands. In addition, Sami Zayn and …
The Friday Night SmackDown delivered a thrilling spectacle, with Bad Bunny and the LWO uniting in triumph after overcoming The Judgment Day. The night also featured Shinsuke Nakamura securing a victory against Karrion Kross, Cody Rhodes dec…
At WWE Night of Champions, The Phenomenal One earned his place in a World Heavyweight Championship match against The Visionary, following a grueling Triple Threat bout with Edge and Rey Mysterio, and a fiercely competitive semifinal against…
The Friday Night SmackDown delivered a night of dramatic shifts, most notably in the ongoing saga of The Usos. With assistance from Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, The LWO secured victory over Jimmy and Jey Uso, further solidifying the Usos' dec…
The day before the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship bout at WWE Night of Champions, tensions within The Bloodline erupted into a chaotic brawl. Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn found themselves facing off agai…
Celebrating a thousand days as champion, Roman Reigns solidified his dominance with the Undisputed title, orchestrating a calculated move to compel Solo Sikoa into attacking Jimmy Uso.
The Friday Night SmackDown chaos reached a fever pitch as a rift within The Bloodline directly led to Jey Uso's defeat in his United States Title match against Austin Theory – a devastating superkick from Jimmy Uso proving the turning point…
The June 16th, 2023, SmackDown delivered a night of significant developments. Jey Uso made a surprising choice that dramatically altered the trajectory of The Bloodline. Meanwhile, Pretty Deadly earned a coveted opportunity to challenge for…
The Usos discussed their departure from The Bloodline, LA Knight emerged victorious against Rey Mysterio, Charlotte Flair overcame Lacey Evans, and a fierce clash unfolded between Solo Sikoa and Sheamus, among other events.
The Friday Night SmackDown erupted into chaos as a long-simmering conflict within The Bloodline exploded. In the center of the ring, The Usos clashed with Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa in a brutal confrontation. Meanwhile, Bianca Belair inter…
The latest SmackDown, broadcast live from Madison Square Garden, saw Roman Reigns once again assert his dominance as the Head of the Table. In a compelling contest, AJ Styles emerged victorious over Karrion Kross. Edge weathered a fierce ch…
Charlotte Flair intervened in the match between Asuka and Bianca Belair for the WWE Women’s Championship, attacking Bayley to prevent her and IYO SKY from affecting the outcome. This act sparked a cascade of events culminating in a disquali…
The intensity of Friday Night SmackDown reached a fever pitch as the conflict between Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns and Jey Uso escalated. Reigns, in a bold declaration, pledged to wager not only his championship but also h…
Jey Uso’s performance leading up to Tribal Combat against Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns at SummerSlam showed considerable improvement, but his momentum was brutally extinguished. Moments after celebrating his victory over G…
Leading up to Tribal Combat, Jey Uso faced Solo Sikoa in a heated confrontation. Meanwhile, LA Knight and Sheamus engaged in a fierce rivalry culminating in a clash before the SummerSlam Battle Royal. The week also featured appearances and …
The Friday Night SmackDown delivered a night of stunning developments. Jey Uso declared his departure from WWE, citing his actions of spearing Roman Reigns and delivering a superkick to his brother, Jimmy. In a separate match, Rey Mysterio …
In a homecoming celebration, Edge marks a quarter-century with WWE, facing Sheamus in a hard-fought match.
SmackDown resonated with profound emotion as WWE paid tribute to both Bray Wyatt and WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk. The broadcast also featured LA Knight's victory over Finn Bálor, IYO SKY's successful defense of her WWE Women’s Championship…
Jimmy Uso appears to be seeking a return to The Bloodline.
The Friday Night SmackDown culminated in a whirlwind of action, with AJ Styles prevailing over Jimmy Uso only to be immediately targeted by The Judgment Day. The heel stable swiftly overwhelmed Styles, culminating in a brutal Samoan Spike b…
SmackDown ignited with a powerful entrance from The Rock and John Cena, setting the stage for a dynamic night.
A match between John Cena and AJ Styles against The Bloodline had been slated for WWE's Fastlane event. However, Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa launched a brutal backstage assault on Styles, followed by a devastating defeat of Cena in the ring. I…
The SmackDown arena erupted as LA Knight made a striking appearance, intervening to aid John Cena against the relentless onslaught of Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa. After turning the tide of the attack, Knight made a decisive choice, aligning hi…
Following Solo Sikoa's interference in LA Knight's match against Jimmy Uso, resulting in a disqualification victory, The Bloodline and The Judgment Day appeared to have gained a decisive advantage over Knight and John Cena. However, the tid…
Back on SmackDown, Roman Reigns made his return, delivering a pointed message to LA Knight.
Though IYO SKY successfully defended her WWE Women’s Championship against Charlotte Flair, the evening held further challenges. Bianca Belair made a notable return, adding to the intensity of the night. Elsewhere, LA Knight declared his int…
Immediately following LA Knight's victory over Jimmy Uso, The Megastar struck The Head of the Table with a decisive blow, setting the stage for their upcoming Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match at WWE Crown Jewel. Meanwhile, Solo S…
Bianca Belair asserted herself in her victory over Bayley, while Roman Reigns and LA Knight shared a final, intense encounter. These events, among others, solidified SmackDown's position as a crucial prelude to WWE Crown Jewel.
In a stunning turn of events, the Empress of Tomorrow fractured the WWE Universe's expectations, betraying Bianca Belair and Charlotte Flair in the midst of their match to join forces with Damage CTRL. The night delivered further surprises,…
Traveling to SmackDown, Becky Lynch surprised Damage CTRL with her decision to align herself with Charlotte Flair, Bianca Belair, and Shotzi for the upcoming WarGames Match at Survivor Series.
A rift appears between Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch as Bayley secures a victory on SmackDown, the tension escalating ahead of the WarGames event.
As Jey Uso and Solo Sikoa descended upon Randy Orton, LA Knight intervened, shifting the balance of power and igniting a chaotic brawl.
The War and Treaty delivered a stirring performance of "God Bless America" in tribute to the troops.
AJ Styles will once again compete on SmackDown, facing off against The Bloodline.
The stakes are set for a brutal contest at the Royal Rumble: Randy Orton, LA Knight, and AJ Styles will clash in a Triple Threat Match to earn the right to challenge Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns. However, the anticipation …
Here are some of the most memorable moments from SmackDown throughout 2023, revisited.
