“SmackDown” Focuses on Survivor Series: War Games
The recent episode of “SmackDown” focused on the teams that will seek survival at Survivor Series: War Games. In addition to the team matches, the show offered exciting individual matchups, including the open challenge for the United States Championship, which continues to be a weekly highlight.
As happened in “Raw” with Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, AJ Lee’s participation in War Games was announced.
“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, attacking their War Games opponents at the end of “SmackDown.” However, Lee helped the “heroes” to stand firm. A women’s War Games match is anticipated to be the main event, but will Rhea’s team be able to achieve victory on November 29?
Other Highlights and Storylines
Cody Rhodes suffered a shocking attack by Drew McIntyre, who attacked him on his bus. Rhodes returned later to help Carmelo Hayes and, subsequently, delivered a passionate promo, establishing the men’s War Games match. Rhodes stated that he is not finished with McIntyre, generating great anticipation for the match.Ilja Dragunov and JD McDonagh are talented wrestlers. The open challenge for the United States Championship could extend to the Royal Rumble. The title fight between the MFT and Tommaso Ciampa adds value to the championship.
Michael Cole paid tribute to Bob Caudle, highlighting his famous phrase “Hello, wrestling fans.” This recognition celebrates the history of professional wrestling.Next week on “SmackDown” a traditional Survivor Series match will take place between the MFT and the team of Sami Zayn, Rey Fenix, Shinsuke Nakamura and the Motor City Machine Guns. The MFT are expected to win this match, which could lead to a match with the Wyatt Sicks. With Solo Sikoa in the fight for the United States Championship, that match could be imminent.
WWE presented cinematic scenes where the wrestlers discuss mutual trust. Although the segment between Rhea Ripley and Charlotte Flair was brief, it made it clear that both are on the same page for War Games.
