In a night filled with anticipation and surprising twists, WWE SmackDown delivered a memorable show that left fans buzzing. From explosive matches to unexpected alliances, here’s a recap of the action-packed September 29 broadcast.
1. United States Championship Match: Rey Mysterio (c) vs. Santos Escobar
- Result: Rey Mysterio retained the United States Championship.
- Grade: B+
2. Charlotte Flair vs. Bayley
- Result: Charlotte Flair defeated Bayley.
- Grade: C+
3. John Cena Appearance
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- Result: John Cena appeared on SmackDown, seeking vengeance against The Bloodline.
4. The Bloodline Kicks Off SmackDown; Karl Anderson vs. Jimmy Uso
- Result: Jimmy Uso defeated Karl Anderson.
- Grade: C+
5. Bobby Lashley on the Grayson Waller Effect; Cameron Grimes vs. Austin Theory
- Result: Austin Theory defeated Cameron Grimes.
- Grade: C+
6. LA Knight Joins John Cena for Fastlane
- Result: LA Knight aligned with John Cena to team up against Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso at Fastlane.
- Grade: A
Match Card Highlights
- United States Championship Match: Rey Mysterio (c) vs. Santos Escobar
- In a battle between mentor and protege, Rey Mysterio outsmarted his younger opponent, Santos Escobar, to retain the United States Championship. Escobar’s hesitation to accept Mysterio’s sign of respect hinted at potential dissension.
- Charlotte Flair vs. Bayley
- The SmackDown women’s division saw a clash of titans as Charlotte Flair squared off against Bayley. Flair secured a pinfall victory, adding fuel to the ongoing rivalry. Asuka’s timely intervention hinted at a possible tag team alliance with Flair in the future.
- LA Knight Joins John Cena for Fastlane
- After a night of teases, John Cena took to the ring and announced his willingness to face The Bloodline’s Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa at Fastlane, even without a partner. The unexpected savior arrived in the form of LA Knight, who stepped up to join Cena, setting the stage for a thrilling tag team match.
Top Moments and Takeaways
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- Paul Heyman, Jimmy Uso, and Solo Sikoa kicked off the night with an in-ring promo, suggesting that John Cena was facing transportation issues. This led to a match between Jimmy Uso and Karl Anderson, which highlighted Uso’s defiance and showcased Mia Yim’s impact.
- Bobby Lashley, now part of The Grayson Waller Effect, revealed that he is no longer working with The Street Profits. This abrupt creative shift may pave the way for The Street Profits to prove themselves to Lashley and seek his guidance.
- Cameron Grimes faced Austin Theory with Waller at ringside in a match that highlighted Grimes’ talent but felt like a mere formality.
- Backstage, Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa unleashed their rage, attacking random Superstars in a path of destruction.
- The night ended with John Cena’s surprise partner, LA Knight, accepting the challenge to face The Bloodline at Fastlane, setting the stage for an exciting showdown.
Overall Grade
WWE SmackDown delivered a solid episode that built anticipation for Fastlane and showcased key storylines. LA Knight’s surprise appearance and partnership with John Cena provided a high point for the show. The revelation of the women’s title match for the upcoming premium live event added to the excitement. As tensions between Rey Mysterio and Santos Escobar simmered, the stage was set for compelling television in the coming weeks.
