The “SmackDown” event offered a traditional Survivor Series elimination tag team match in its main event, one day before the Survivor Series event. The latter, which features two WarGames matches, dispenses with the traditional elimination tag team matches, which generated anticipation.
Also, LA Knight’s surprise opponent was revealed and another match of the “The Last Time Is Now” tournament was held.
To conclude, Charlotte Flair and Asuka faced off to determine who would gain the advantage in their WarGames match on Saturday.
“SmackDown” Results for Friday:
- Jey Uso defeated Rusev in the “The Last Time Is Now” tournament.
- LA Knight defeated The Miz in the “The Last Time Is Now” tournament.
- Charlotte Flair defeated Asuka.
- The MFTs defeated Sami Zayn, Shinsuke Nakamura, Rey Fenix and The Motor City Machine Guns in a traditional Survivor Series elimination match.
Sikoa’s Victory Analysis
Solo Sikoa’s victory in the Survivor Series elimination match, being the sole survivor after defeating Sami Zayn, was a strategic move. Sikoa is still participating in the “The Last Time Is Now” tournament, so this triumph boosted his path towards the final confrontation against John Cena on December 13th. Furthermore, Sikoa got revenge on Zayn, ending their rivalry for the moment.The appearance of The Wyatt Sicks after the match added an element of uncertainty, as the rivalry between The Wyatts and The MFTs was latent. Could The Wyatts interfere in Sikoa’s match on “Raw”?
Other key points and story development
Charlotte Flair managed to defeat Asuka, giving her team the numerical advantage in Saturday’s WarGames match. The match will begin with a one-on-one confrontation, followed by the incorporation of a member of Flair’s team every five minutes. The dynamic will favor Flair’s team until all members of both teams are in the cage and “The Match Beyond” begins. It is anticipated that Becky Lynch and AJ Lee will be the center of attention, with Lynch possibly defeating Lee, which could lead to a singles match between them.The inclusion of The Miz in the “The Last Time Is Now” tournament, replacing Sheamus, may have disappointed some fans, although it was a logical decision. The Miz has a history with John Cena, whom he defeated at WrestleMania 27 in 2011. The defeat of The Miz against LA Knight invalidated any possibility of Cena’s career ending with a loss. Gunther remains the favorite to win the tournament, and it remains to be seen if there will be any other steps before defining Cena’s final opponent.Chelsea Green made the most of her celebration segment, despite its brevity. Jade Cargill stormed the ring and attacked Green, and then pyrotechnics erupted as Cargill posed near the entrance. Green is known for her reactions, which made the moment both comedic and effective.
The decision to include the Survivor Series match on “SmackDown” was the right one. WarGames has added an element of novelty and excitement to the event, unlike the traditional elimination matches that are often seen. WarGames, like Elimination Chamber and Royal Rumble, happens once a year, which gives it an aura of exclusivity and excitement.
