One Big Thing
The final SmackDown before Clash at the Castle delivered intense confrontations and crucial buildup for the upcoming premium live event in Cardiff, Wales.
Key Takeaways
- Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles had a heated face-off ahead of their “I Quit” match at Clash at the Castle
- Kevin Owens finally got his one-on-one match against Solo Sikoa, the new “Head of the Table”
- Queen of the Ring Nia Jax faced off against Michin following their backstage confrontation
- Trinity and Chelsea Green settled their differences in a singles match
- The Grayson Waller Effect featured special guests and rivals, #DIY (Tomasso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano)
Rhodes and Styles Face Off
Cody Rhodes, coming off an appearance on NXT, and AJ Styles had a tense encounter just days before their “I Quit” match at Clash at the Castle. The two refrained from physical altercation, but the verbal exchange set the stage for a brutal battle on Saturday.
Owens vs. Sikoa
After being put through the announce table by The Bloodline on RAW, Kevin Owens was out for revenge against Solo Sikoa. The highly-anticipated one-on-one match showcased the intensity between the two superstars.
Women’s Division Action
Nia Jax, the Queen of the Ring, faced Michin in singles competition following their heated backstage confrontation. Meanwhile, Trinity and Chelsea Green, who nearly came to blows last week, settled their differences in the ring.
The Grayson Waller Effect
The Grayson Waller Effect featured special guests #DIY (Tomasso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano), who have been embroiled in a feud with Waller and Austin Theory. The segment added another layer to the complex dynamics between the four superstars.
Why It Matters
The go-home show for Clash at the Castle effectively built anticipation for the upcoming premium live event. The confrontations and matches on SmackDown set the stage for the high-stakes battles that will take place in Cardiff, Wales, this Saturday.
With tensions running high and rivalries reaching their boiling points, Clash at the Castle promises to be an unforgettable event. The outcomes of these matches will have significant implications for the WWE landscape moving forward.
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