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- Venue: O2 Arena, London
- Start Time: 8 PM ET/ 5 PM PT
- Streaming Platform: USA Network
- Day: Friday, June 26
Why is the go-home SmackDown taped?
The upcoming episode of SmackDown will be the final episode before Night of Champions 2026. Instead of broadcasting it live, WWE filmed the episode in advance immediately after this week’s RAW. The company has taped the show for multiple reasons. WWE is currently in London, which is a few hours ahead of the USA, and the time zone difference poses a major problem.
Besides, the entire roster and production crew are set to make a long flight to Saudi Arabia for Night of Champions. Therefore, the company taped SmackDown to ensure that superstars and backstage crew don’t have to hassle to produce the go-home edition live either from London or Saudi Arabia. With the blue brand shifting to a 2-hour format from this week, it provided more leverage.
What to expect from the upcoming WWE SmackDown?
Night of Champions is looming on the horizon and the excitement among fans has reached a fever pitch. Fans could witness some blockbuster things on the upcoming episode of SmackDown. Cody Rhodes is expected to be under the same roof as Gunther and Sami Zayn, as the three men are set to collide for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Night of Champions.
Besides, Trick Williams also has a major target on his back as he is set to defend his United States Championship against Ricky Saints this weekend in Saudi Arabia. The two superstars could be involved in a promo war this week on SmackDown and things could get interesting. Besides, it will be interesting to see what’s in store for Solo Sikoa and the MFT following their recent fallout.
Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill are also likely to take center stage on SmackDown as the two women will collide at Night of Champions with the Women’s United States Championship on the line. With so much in store, WWE could deliver an explosive episode of SmackDown to hype fans for the upcoming premium live event.
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