WWE SmackDown Results: Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Solo Sikoa Steal the Spotlight Of The Show

Returning triumphally to the USA Network on Friday, September 13, 2024, WWE Friday Night Smackdown aired live from the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. With dramatic turns and high-stakes bouts, the program set the scene for the next Bad Blood premium live event. The events of tonight are broken down here.

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WWE SmackDown Match Results

WWE Undisputed Championship Steel Cage Match

Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Solo Sikoa

Cody Rhodes retained the WWE Undisputed Championship by pinfall with a Cross Rhodes after a grueling steel cage match. Despite Solo Sikoa's relentless offense, including a Superplex and multiple Spinning Solos, Rhodes emerged victorious.

Michin Mia Yim vs. Piper Niven

Mia Yim secured the win with a pinfall after delivering her signature Sole Food. Following the match, Chelsea Green and Piper Niven attacked Yim, but Naomi intervened, laying out Tiffany Stratton with a Rear View.

A-Town Down Under (Austin Theory & Grayson Waller) vs. R-KO (Kevin Owens & Randy Orton)

R-KO won by pinfall with Randy Orton delivering an RKO to Grayson Waller. The match featured high-energy exchanges and multiple near-falls, but Orton and Owens proved too much for their opponents.

Andrade El Idolo vs. Carmelo Hayes

Andrade El Idolo won with an Avalanche The Message after a competitive match. Both competitors showcased their skills, but Andrade's finishing move secured him the victory.

WWE SmackDown Main Highlights

Opening Segment

Triple H opened the show with a nostalgic nod to the first-ever SmackDown, setting the stage for the evening's high-profile matches, including the Undisputed Championship bout.

Roman Reigns' Arrival

After Cody Rhodes retained his title, Roman Reigns made a dramatic entrance, attacking Guerrillas of Destiny and confronting Solo Sikoa. Reigns and Sikoa had a tense standoff, hinting at future conflicts.

Surprise Appearance

Randy Orton made a surprise return to team with Kevin Owens against A-Town Down Under, adding an extra layer of excitement to the tag team match.

Contract Signing

Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes had a heated exchange in the ring, leading to a dramatic contract signing for a tag team match at Bad Blood. Rhodes and Reigns will face Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu in what promises to be a major showdown.

Nia Jax's Challenge

Nia Jax announced she would defend her title at Bad Blood but remained cryptic about her opponent. The segment ended with a challenge that could change the dynamics of the women’s division.

Bayley, Naomi, and Tiffany Stratton's Confrontation

The segment saw a heated confrontation among Bayley, Tiffany Stratton, and Naomi, culminating in a tag team match where the winners will face Nia Jax at Bad Blood, with the added stipulation of a potential SmackDown departure for the losing team.

Tonight's SmackDown was filled with intense action and dramatic moments, setting the stage for an exciting build-up to the Bad Blood event next month.