The latest episode of WWE SmackDown, held at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, was a spectacle of high-octane wrestling and dramatic storylines, setting the stage for future showdowns and rivalries.
WWE SmackDown Results: Team Bianca & Bayley Segment
The show kicked off with a fiery segment featuring Becky Lynch, Bianca Belair, Shotzi Blackheart, Charlotte Flair, and Bayley.
Becky Lynch expressed her enthusiasm for being back on SmackDown and her readiness to team up with Charlotte against Damage CTRL at War Games.
Bianca Belair emphasised the strength of their team and their readiness for the War Games challenge. Shotzi Blackheart shared her personal vendetta against Damage CTRL, highlighting her resilience and determination.
Charlotte Flair echoed these sentiments, declaring War Games as a new beginning. Bayley, representing Damage CTRL, taunted her opponents, questioning the unity and strength of their team, leading to a bit of a back and forth between the babyface team and a “can they coexist” dynamic.
First Match: WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championship
The first match of the night saw Finn Balor & Damian Priest, accompanied by Rhea Ripley, defending their WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championship against The Street Profits, with Bobby Lashley in their corner.
The match was a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork. Priest and Balor showed why they are the champions, but The Street Profits put up a formidable fight.
After a series of high-flying moves and near falls, Balor and Priest retained their titles, thanks to a well-timed intervention by Ripley.
WWE SmackDown Results: Dragon Lee Promo
Dragon Lee, a rising star in WWE, delivered a heartfelt promo about his journey in Lucha Libre. He spoke about his upbringing in Jalisco, Mexico, his wrestling lineage, and his determination to honour his family and evolve the art of Lucha Libre.
The Grayson Waller Effect with Kevin Owens
Grayson Waller hosted a special segment of The Grayson Waller Effect, featuring Kevin Owens as his guest. The segment took an unexpected turn when Austin Theory, dressed in KO gear, joined them.
The situation escalated into a verbal confrontation, leading to LA Knight’s surprise appearance. Knight and Owens teamed up to fend off Waller and Theory, setting the stage for the night’s second match.
WWE SmackDown: Tag Team Action
The second match saw LA Knight & Kevin Owens take on Austin Theory & Grayson Waller. This match started during a commercial break and was a back-and-forth battle showcasing the skills and charisma of all four superstars.
Owens and Knight displayed excellent teamwork, while Theory and Waller tried to gain the upper hand with their underhanded tactics. In the end, Owens and Knight emerged victorious, much to the delight of the fans.
WWE SmackDown Results: Carlito & Santos Escobar Segment
The episode featured a heated segment between Carlito and Santos Escobar. Carlito, making a return to WWE after 13 years, spoke passionately about his injured friend, Rey Mysterio, and his eagerness to confront Santos Escobar, the person responsible for Rey’s injury.
Escobar, in turn, questioned Carlito’s loyalty to The LWO and blamed him for the disintegration of his ‘family’. The segment escalated into a brawl, with Carlito showing intense aggression but ultimately being attacked viciously by Escobar backstage.
Third Match: Pretty Deadly vs. The Brawling Brutes
In a gripping tag team match, Pretty Deadly faced off against The Brawling Brutes. The match was a showcase of technical prowess and raw power, with both teams delivering a high-energy performance.
Despite a strong showing from The Brawling Brutes, Pretty Deadly emerged victorious, thanks to a clever blind tag and a rolling crucifix pin after Ridge Holland left Butch in the lurch.
Fourth Match: Becky Lynch & Charlotte Flair vs. Bayley & Asuka
The main event featured a tag team match with Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair teaming up against Bayley and Asuka. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions and athleticism, with each superstar displaying their signature moves and resilience.
After a series of high-stakes manoeuvres and near falls, Bayley and Asuka secured the win, capitalising on a miscommunication between Becky and Charlotte.
The match ended with rising tensions between Becky and Charlotte, adding more intrigue to their storyline as we head to Survivor Series.
FAQs
- What was the main event of WWE SmackDown on 24/11/23? The main event was a tag team match featuring LA Knight & Kevin Owens against Austin Theory & Grayson Waller.
- Who retained the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championship? Finn Balor & Damian Priest retained their titles against The Street Profits.
- What was the highlight of the Team Bianca & Bayley segment? The highlight was the intense verbal exchange between the members of Team Bianca and Bayley, setting the stage for War Games.
- Who is Dragon Lee and what did he talk about? Dragon Lee is a wrestler from Jalisco, Mexico, who spoke about his Lucha Libre heritage and his commitment to evolving the sport.
- What was the outcome of the Grayson Waller Effect segment? The segment ended in a brawl, leading to a tag team match between Owens & Knight and Theory & Waller.
