Here are the full details of the October 11, 2024 episode of WWE SmackDown, including all matches and segments:
Opening Segment: Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso Confrontation
- The show opened with Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso addressing the fallout from WWE Bad Blood. Jimmy cut a promo about being betrayed by Solo Sikoa and his decision to help Cody Rhodes during Bad Blood. Jimmy said Reigns was a “Tribal Chief without a tribe” and hinted that they needed help to take down The Bloodline. Reigns firmly rejected Jimmy’s suggestion of calling Jey Uso for help.
Match 1: LA Knight (c) vs. Carmelo Hayes – WWE United States Championship
- LA Knight successfully defended his WWE United States Championship against Carmelo Hayes. Hayes got in some good offense, but Knight ultimately retained by hitting his finisher, the BFT, for the pinfall. Andrade El Ídolo was at ringside observing the match and taunting Hayes afterward, possibly hinting at a future rivalry.
Backstage: Cody Rhodes and Jimmy Uso Interaction
- Backstage, Cody Rhodes thanked Jimmy Uso for helping him at WWE Bad Blood and warned him about Solo Sikoa’s dangerous mindset. This segment hinted at further developments in the ongoing Bloodline saga.
Kevin Owens Interrupts the Show
- Kevin Owens made an unannounced appearance, storming into the ring despite being banned from the arena after attacking Cody Rhodes at Bad Blood. His microphone was cut off as he tried to justify his actions, claiming Cody had turned on him first. Randy Orton and Nick Aldis, alongside security, intervened to prevent a full-scale brawl between Owens and Cody, building tension between the two former allies.
Match 2: Jade Cargill & Bianca Belair (c) vs. Jakara Jackson & Lash Legend – WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship
- In the second match, Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair defended their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships against Jakara Jackson and Lash Legend. The challengers had a strong start, hitting a few impressive double-team moves on Belair, but Cargill and Belair took control. Cargill secured the victory with a pump kick and a Codebreaker-assisted German suplex, retaining the titles.
Backstage Segment: Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton
- Nia Jax cut a promo about her upcoming Crown Jewel showdown with Liv Morgan, where she aims to become the first-ever WWE Crown Jewel Women’s Champion. Jax mentioned that after winning, Tiffany Stratton should cash in her Money in the Bank contract. Naomi interrupted, challenging Jax to a match, which set the stage for the next bout.
Match 3: Naomi vs. Nia Jax
- Naomi faced Nia Jax in a hard-fought contest. Jax dominated much of the match, but interference from Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez allowed Naomi to hit a powerbomb and secure a surprise pinfall victory. After the match, Rhea Ripley made her presence known by attacking everyone, continuing her chaotic run.
Backstage: Carmelo Hayes and Nick Aldis
- Carmelo Hayes confronted Nick Aldis backstage, demanding more opportunities. Aldis announced that Hayes would face Andrade El Ídolo in a deciding match in their series. Legado del Fantasma also appeared, requesting more chances, and Aldis hinted at them facing a new team next week.
Main Event: Solo Sikoa (w/ Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa) vs. Jimmy Uso
- In the main event, Solo Sikoa, accompanied by Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa, took on Jimmy Uso. The match was intense, with family dynamics at play, but Solo emerged victorious, continuing his dominant streak. After the match, The new Bloodline continued attacking Jimmy. The Original Tribal Chief Roman Reigns came out for save taking out all of them. They continued the brawl and The Bloodline 2.0 got the upper hand. They took out the Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso and the show went off air.