The October 18, 2024, episode of WWE SmackDown took place in South Carolina.
Highlights & Match Results:
- The Bloodline Drama
Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso had tense backstage encounters with Jey Uso. Later in the ring, Roman tried to restore family unity by addressing Solo Sikoa. Solo demanded that Reigns acknowledge him as his Tribal Chief. When Reigns refused, Solo and his Bloodline allies attacked him, leaving Reigns battered by the end of the segment.
- Triple Threat Tag Team Qualifier
The Motor City Machine Guns (MCMG) debuted against A-Town Down Under and Los Garza in a Triple Threat tag team qualifier. MCMG won, marking a successful start for them in WWE.
- Nia Jax & Candice LeRae vs. Bayley & Naomi
Tiffany Stratton’s absence led to Candice LeRae teaming with Nia Jax. LeRae pinned Bayley, securing an unexpected win for her team.
- Lash Legend vs. Piper Niven
Lash Legend managed a decisive victory over Piper Niven with an impressive powerbomb.
- Cody Rhodes Segment
Cody Rhodes promoted his upcoming match against Gunther for the newly revealed Crown Jewel Championship, inviting Gunther to face him next week on SmackDown.
- Kevin Owens & Randy Orton Feud
Kevin Owens, frustrated over recent suspensions, released a video calling out WWE management and Randy Orton. Orton then requested a match against Owens at Crown Jewel, but it was denied by SmackDown GM Nick Aldis.
Main Event: Roman’s acknowledgment ceremony for Solo devolved into an attack by The Bloodline on Roman, setting the stage for further family drama.