WWE SmackDown Preview: November 22, 2024

WWE SmackDown is set to feature a host of exciting matches and dramatic face-offs tonight at 8/7 C on the USA Network. One of the highlights of the evening promises to be the confrontation between Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens. Their rivalry escalated after Owens’ aggressive actions against Randy Orton, a close ally of Rhodes, at WWE Crown Jewel and last week’s SmackDown.

In a significant match for the Women’s United States Title Tournament, Bianca Belair, Chelsea Green, and Blair Davenport will compete in a Triple Threat Match. This bout will be part of a tournament to crown the inaugural champion, and only one Superstar will advance. «It’s an important step for me,» Bianca Belair stated prior to the match, adding her determination to seize the title opportunity.

Naomi and Bayley are set to team up against Ms. Money in the Bank Tiffany Stratton and Candice LeRae. This match follows Naomi’s tumultuous encounter with Women’s Champion Nia Jax last week, promising a high-stakes showdown in the ring.

Another key match sees LA Knight, fresh off a victory over Berto in a United States Title Open Challenge, defending his title against Santos Escobar, the leader of Legado del Fantasma. Knight’s growing rivalry with Shinsuke Nakamura adds another layer of intrigue, following Nakamura’s recent return to television.

The night is poised for further drama as the original Bloodline continues its complex storyline. Amidst turbulent internal dynamics, Roman Reigns and his faction dominate the narrative. Meanwhile, fans are eager to see any developments involving Seth Rollins and his potential participation in the War Games.

Commentary will also focus on the ongoing wrestling tensions with other stars like Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa, and the Motor City Machine Guns. Additionally, the anticipation builds as WWE aims to resolve the chaos from last week’s tag team action involving the Street Profits.

Moreover, the competition intensifies in the women’s division, as rivals like Bayley, Naomi, Candice LeRae, and Tiffany Stratton vie for supremacy. The ongoing tensions promise to deliver captivating in-ring dynamics.

The episode wraps with a face-to-face showdown set between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, a critical juncture as Survivor Series approaches. «This is about Owens making himself a victim,» Rhodes remarked, hinting at a deeper psychological battle beyond the physical confrontations.