SmackDown: Preparations for Survivor Series: War Games
The recent edition of “SmackDown” focused on the teams that will seek glory at Survivor Series: War Games. The event, packed with high-quality individual matches, included the open challenge for the United States Championship, which remains a weekly highlight.
Also, as in “Raw” with Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, AJ Lee’s participation in War Games was made official.
“SmackDown” Results
- Ilja Dragunov retained the United States Championship by defeating JD McDonagh.
- Carmelo Hayes defeated Bronson Reed in the “Last Time Is Now” tournament.
- DIY defeated Fraxiom.
- Penta defeated Finn Ballor in the “Last Time Is Now” tournament.
AJ Lee and Becky Lynch Join War Games
AJ Lee was confirmed as the fifth and final member of the team led by Rhea Ripley, alongside Alexa Bliss, Charlotte Flair, and Iyo Sky. On the other hand, Becky Lynch joined the team of The Kabuki Warriors, Nia Jax, and Lash Legend, starring in an attack at the end of “SmackDown” against their War Games opponents. However, Lee helped the heroines stand their ground. This women’s War Games match promises to be exciting.
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Cody Rhodes suffered an attack from Drew McIntyre on his bus, resulting in injury. Rhodes returned later to help Carmelo Hayes and, with a passionate promo, established the men’s War Games match, declaring that he is not finished with McIntyre and mentioning the other members of Team Vision.
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Ilja Dragunov and JD McDonagh proved to be exceptional fighters. The open challenge for the United States Championship is shaping up to be a valuable element, especially with the participation of MFTs and Tommaso Ciampa.
Michael Cole paid tribute to Bob Caudle, recalling his famous phrase “Hello, wrestling fans” and highlighting his achievements. This recognition of wrestling history is welcome.
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The MFTs will face Sami Zayn, Rey Fenix, Shinsuke Nakamura, and The Motor City Machine Guns in a traditional Survivor Series match. The MFTs are expected to win this encounter, which could lead to a future match with the Wyatt Sicks.
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WWE presented cinematic scenes where the wrestlers discussed mutual trust. Although it wasn’t entirely necessary for Rhea Ripley and Charlotte Flair before Survivor Series, the message was clear: they are united for War Games.
