WWE SmackDown Results: January 24, 2025
- In the Lone Star State, WWE's blue brand brought a night full of action and surprises, kicked off by Cody Rhodes' confident entrance.
- Rhodes, backed by the legendary Shawn Michaels, deemed Owens a genius on the ring but cautioned that his tendencies towards the easy path made Ladder Matches crucial.
- The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) squared off against Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince & Kit Wilson), with the latter facing off against DIY earlier.
WWE SmackDown Takes Austin by Storm
In the Lone Star State, WWE’s blue brand brought a night full of action and surprises, kicked off by Cody Rhodes’ confident entrance. The WWE Universal Champion, dubbed the "Boulder to the Beach," shared his thoughts on Kevin Owens and his upcoming Ladder Match challenge at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Rhodes, backed by the legendary Shawn Michaels, deemed Owens a genius on the ring but cautioned that his tendencies towards the easy path made Ladder Matches crucial. Teasing tension with Owens, Rhodes wished him luck, setting the stage for an explosive encounter.
Tag Team Action and Royal Rumble Hype
The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) squared off against Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince & Kit Wilson), with the latter facing off against DIY earlier. The MCMG redeemed themselves, victorious with their classic Skull and Bones move.
Meanwhile, the SmackDown Women’s Division cranked up the heat for the Royal Rumble. Tiffany Stratton’s reign was challenged by WWE titlists Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax, Bianca Belair, Naomi, Liv Morgan, and Raquel Rodriguez in a chaotic 6-Woman Tag Team Match. In the end, Liv Morgan sealed the win for her team with a surprise roll-up.
Surprises and New Beginnings
Former WWE Champion and actor Matthew McConaughey captivated the crowd, as did raw recruits Austin Theory and Grayson Waller, alongside the returning Johnny Gargano and Damian Priest. Priest defeated Carmelo Hayes in a Singles Match, but it was the Raw newcomers who stole the show with their first Love Triangle teaser.
With the talent thick on the ground, SmackDown teasingly hinted at a boisterous future. Tensions bubbled between outgoing and incoming stars, and a new chapter for the WWE United States Championship looms. All this and more in this breathtaking episode of WWE SmackDown, leaving viewers eager for next week’s showstoppers.
WWE smackdown delivered an electrifying night of action, setting the stage for the Royal Rumble and teasing exciting new developments in the WWE Universe. with thrilling matches, superstar debuts, and brewing rivalries, SmackDown proved once again why it remains a must-watch for wrestling fans worldwide.
FAQs
What happened on SmackDown this week? this week’s episode featured a face-off between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, tag team action with the Motor City Machine Guns and Pretty deadly, and a chaotic six-woman tag team match with the SmackDown Women’s Division.
Who made their return to SmackDown? Johnny Gargano made a surprising return to SmackDown this week.
What are your favorite moments from this week’s smackdown? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
A City Electrified: SmackDown Leaves Austin with a Buzzing Call to Arms
SmackDown’s invasion of Austin was more than just a show; it was a launchpad for excitement reaching fever pitch. From Cody Rhodes’ simmering rivalry with Kevin Owens to the electrifying energy surrounding the Royal Rumble, the night left fans in a state of anticipation.
With tensions rising adn promises of explosive chaos, the anticipation for Saturday Night’s Main Event and the Royal Rumble continues to escalate. One thing is certain: the WWE Universe woke up to a new day, buzzing with the promise of unforgettable moments just around the corner.