WWE “SmackDown” will be live in Riyadh beginning at noon ET, but fans in the United States won’t see the action until 8 p.m. ET. Friday’s episode of “SmackDown” will emanate from the King Abdullah Financial District. The go-home episode one day before “Royal Rumble 2026” will feature a slew of notable names on the WWE roster.
Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre will have a face-to-face meeting with Sami Zayn on the blue brand. The two will collide with the top male “SmackDown” prize at stake on Saturday.
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What Else is Planned for SmackDown?
“The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes is also scheduled to appear on “Friday Night SmackDown.” He will address his recent brawl with Jacob Fatu from “Saturday Night’s Main Event.” He will also discuss attempting to become a three-time Royal Rumble winner.
Carmelo Hayes is also set to put his WWE United States Championship on the line in another open challenge match. PWInsider reports that Rey Fenix will be stepping up to challenge Hayes.
Other matches set for the blue brand are Ilja Dragunov vs. The Miz and Johnny Gargano vs. Axiom. Newsweek Sports will provide live spoiler coverage of WWE “SmackDown” beginning at noon ET.
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