WWE SmackDown: A Historic Night for Drew McIntyre and More
New Faces and Debuts
The second SmackDown of the year marked the start of the WWE European Tour, and we saw the debut of new stars. Trick Williams, a tall, confident newcomer, made his in-ring debut on the main roster, taking on Rey Fenix in a closely contested match. Williams picked up his first win on SmackDown with a clever roll-up reversal.
Randy Orton and The Miz: A Rivalry Reignites
Randy Orton kicked off the show, but a surprise appearance by Trick Williams interrupted his plans. The two exchanged words, with Orton reminding Williams that he has 14 championships, a number that truly mattered. The Miz then entered the scene, attacking Orton in a surprising turn of events.
Title Defenses and Challenges
Giulia, the Women's United States Champion, defended her title against Alexa Bliss in Berlin. Despite interference from Lash Legend, Giulia managed to retain her title. In another match, Carmelo Hayes successfully defended his U.S. title against Shinsuke Nakamura.
The Road to Royal Rumble
The show also saw the qualifying matches for next week's SNME, with the winner earning a shot at the WWE Championship at the Royal Rumble. The event is scheduled for January 31, 2026, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of Riyadh Season.
Main Event: Drew McIntyre Wins the Undisputed Title
In the main event, Drew McIntyre faced Cody Rhodes in a Three Stages of Hell match for the Undisputed WWE title. After a grueling battle, McIntyre emerged victorious, capturing the title in a historic moment for the WWE.
However, the celebration was short-lived as Jacob Fatu, the Samoan Werewolf, appeared and attacked Rhodes, allowing McIntyre to escape the cage and win the match. The surprising return of Fatu has set the stage for an intriguing storyline moving forward.
For the people of North East India and the broader Indian context, the WWE continues to bring exciting and entertaining events to the region. With the Royal Rumble fast approaching, fans can look forward to more thrilling matches and unexpected twists in the world of professional wrestling.