SmackDown: Dragunov Champion, Rhodes DQ and Surprises in WWE

The last episode of “SmackDown” presented a show with ups and downs, although it left memorable moments. The night crowned a new champion and showed a more aggressive side of one of the most beloved superstars.

Dragunov Conquers the United States Championship

Ilja Dragunov’s return to the WWE ring was triumphant. Dragunov, after overcoming an injury, defeated Sami Zayn to become the new United States Champion. The match was intense and exciting, with Solo Sikoa’s interference distracting Zayn, which allowed Dragunov to execute his “Torpedo Moscow” and “H-Bomb” to secure the victory. This triumph opens up new possibilities for the future, including interesting rivalries.

Cody Rhodes: A New Villain on the Horizon?

Cody Rhodes demonstrated a more aggressive side, using the championship as a weapon against Drew McIntyre. This attitude has generated speculation about a possible character change towards the dark side. However, with John Cena retiring in December, it is likely that Rhodes will take on a leading role as the main figure of WWE, which could rule out a complete character change in the short term.

“SmackDown” Results

• Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss defeated Zaria and Sol Ruca
• Ilja Dragunov defeated Sami Zayn to become the new United States champion
• Motor City Machine Guns defeated Los Garza
• Drew McIntyre defeated Cody Rhodes by disqualification

The feud between Rhodes and McIntyre remains open, with no number one contender defined. Jacob Fatu suffered a backstage attack, preventing him from competing in a crucial match. If the news about his injury is true, his return could be an important factor in the fight for the championship.

The United States Championship match between Zayn and Dragunov was a highlight. Furthermore, the rivalry between Zayn and Sikoa, which doesn’t necessarily need a championship at stake, promises to be intense. The intervention of Tama Tonga, who attacked Rey Fenix, could be the start of a series of confrontations between the MFTs and a group of wrestlers, including Zayn, Dragunov, Fenix, Shinsuke Nakamura and others, they could even face The Wyatt Sicks, which could lead to an exciting event at Survivor Series: WarGames on November 29th.

Sami Zayn once again demonstrated his ability to deliver quality matches with any opponent, showcasing his versatility. The match of Blake Monroe, who was in the audience watching Sol Ruca, who will soon challenge for the NXT women’s title, against Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, seemed a bit rushed, detracting from the excitement of the expected NXT women’s title match.

The “SmackDown” night left a bittersweet taste, but with moments that will undoubtedly give much to talk about in the future of WWE.