The September 13, 2024, episode of “WWE SmackDown” airs live from Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena, featuring a commercial-free opening segment lasting 30 minutes.
Tonight’s featured match pits Solo Sikoa against Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes in a Steel Cage bout. This match is a departure from their previous WWE SummerSlam clash, which was fought under Bloodline Rules. The ongoing conflict between Rhodes and The Bloodline has been marked by numerous confrontations, both verbal and physical.
In another highlight, Grayson Waller and Austin Theory will return to tag team action, facing off against Kevin Owens and a partner whose identity remains unknown. The three men have clashed frequently in recent weeks, with Owens emerging victorious in a Triple Threat Match last week.
Carmelo Hayes and Andrade, who have faced each other four times previously on “SmackDown,” are set to renew their rivalry. Each competitor has won two matches, and tonight’s bout will determine the final victor.
The broadcast kicks off with Michael Cole and Corey Graves greeting viewers, as Triple H makes his entrance to the ring.
Reflecting on his career, Triple H recalls his debut on “SmackDown” against The Rock and expresses excitement about kicking off the show’s premiere on the USA Network with a Steel Cage Match.
Solo Sikoa and Cody Rhodes then enter the ring for their championship bout.
In the Steel Cage Match for the Undisputed WWE Championship, the action is intense from the start. Rhodes and Sikoa exchange blows, with Rhodes initially taking the upper hand. Despite Sikoa’s attempts to dominate, including several powerful moves and near falls, Rhodes eventually wins with a Cross-Rhodes.
Post-match, Tama Tonga, Tanga Loa, and Jacob Fatu make a dramatic entrance, attacking Rhodes and setting the stage for further conflict. Roman Reigns arrives, confronts his adversaries, and signs a contract for an upcoming match with Rhodes.
The next segment features Piper Niven, Chelsea Green, and Michin in action. Michin starts aggressively but faces setbacks from Niven and Green. Despite this, Michin secures victory with a back suplex and Eat Defeat, though Green attacks her post-match.
Later, A-Town Down Under competes against Randy Orton and Kevin Owens. Owens initially announces a different partner but later reveals Orton. Orton and Owens secure a decisive win over Waller and Theory.
In the backstage segment, Nick Aldis announces a tag team match for WWE Bad Blood featuring Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns against Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. Rhodes, however, declines, stating his separation from The Bloodline.
Nia Jax then makes a bold statement, showcasing her dominance in the women’s division. Bayley and Tiffany Stratton challenge Jax, leading to a proposed tag team match with high stakes.
Carmelo Hayes and Andrade face off in a high-energy match, with Andrade emerging victorious after executing a Canadian Destroyer.
The show concludes with a tense confrontation between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes. Reigns asserts his role as the “Tribal Chief,” while Rhodes reaffirms his dominance since WrestleMania 40. The episode ends with both men fa contract for future events, setting up additional conflicts.