Category: SmackDown

by Abhishek Shukla

SmackDown Results: High-Stakes Drama and Surprises on Dec. 22, 2023

A Fierce Triple Threat Match Looms

  • A thrilling Triple Threat Match is set to determine the challenger for Roman Reigns’ Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at Royal Rumble. Randy Orton, AJ Styles, and LA Knight will compete at SmackDown: New Year’s Revolution, promising a high-octane clash with massive stakes.

Holiday Havoc Eight-Woman Tag Team Match

  • The festive fury was in full swing as Bianca Belair, Shotzi, Zelina Vega, and Michin triumphed over Damage CTRL (IYO SKY, Asuka, Bayley, and Kairi Sane) in a chaotic Holiday Havoc match. The match featured a plethora of weaponry, including steel chairs and candy cane Kendo sticks. A significant twist occurred when Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn ambushed The Kabuki Warriors, leading to Belair and Michin securing the win.

Dragon Lee Retains NXT North American Championship

  • Dragon Lee successfully defended his title against Butch in a fiercely contested match. Lee showcased his resilience and skill by countering Butch’s Bitter End with a Destroyer, followed by Operation Dragon to retain his championship.

Kevin Owens Advances in the U.S. Title Tournament

  • Despite nursing an injured hand, Kevin Owens emerged victorious over Carmelo Hayes in the U.S. Title Tournament. Owens’ determination shone through as he executed a Pop-up Powerbomb and Stunner to secure his spot in the final.

Santos Escobar Makes a Cunning Advance

  • Santos Escobar defeated Bobby Lashley, thanks to a surprise intervention by returning Superstars Angel and Humberto. The distraction allowed Escobar to clinch a spot in the U.S. Title Tournament Final, setting the stage for a showdown with Kevin Owens.

AJ Styles Triumphs by Disqualification

  • AJ Styles won against Solo Sikoa by disqualification after Roman Reigns interfered. The aftermath saw a brutal assault by Reigns and Solo, countered by the arrival of Randy Orton and LA Knight. This intervention led to a melee, previewing the intensity of the upcoming Triple Threat Match at SmackDown: New Year’s Revolution.
by Abhishek Shukla

SmackDown Highlights: A Night of Surprises and High-Octane Action

On the thrilling SmackDown episode of December 15, 2023, the WWE Universe witnessed a series of captivating events that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

  1. Roman Reigns Anoints Solo Sikoa as Tribal Prince: In a significant moment, Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns bestowed the title of Tribal Prince upon Solo Sikoa, marking a significant development in their alliance.
  2. Randy Orton’s Bold Declaration: Randy Orton confronted Roman Reigns, declaring him a legend and announcing the return of “The Legend Killer.” This confrontation set the stage for future high-stakes encounters.
  3. Carmelo Hayes Triumphs in United States Championship Tournament: NXT Superstar Carmelo Hayes made a stunning debut on SmackDown, defeating Grayson Waller to advance in the United States Championship Tournament. Hayes’s agility overcame Waller’s size advantage, showcasing his potential as a rising star.
  4. Kevin Owens Defeats Austin Theory: Despite nursing a broken hand, Kevin Owens secured a victory over Austin Theory. Owens’s resilience was on full display as he used his cast to knock out Theory, advancing in the tournament.
  5. The Kabuki Warriors Overcome Zelina Vega & Michin: Asuka and Kairi Sane, known as The Kabuki Warriors, triumphed over the team of Zelina Vega and Michin. The match saw interference from Damage CTRL allies, tipping the scales in favor of The Kabuki Warriors.
  6. Randy Orton Victorious Against Jimmy Uso: In the main event, Randy Orton, “The Viper,” defeated Jimmy Uso. The match saw interference from Solo Sikoa, but LA Knight neutralized the threat, allowing Orton to clinch the win with an RKO.
  7. AJ Styles’ Shocking Return: The episode concluded with a surprise return by “The Phenomenal One” AJ Styles, who took out Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, and Solo Sikoa, signaling his entry into the title picture and leaving fans eagerly anticipating what’s next.