WWE Smackdown is set to take place tonight, July 18, from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, as excitement builds for the upcoming Summer Slam. The event is available to watch for free through various streaming services, perfect for fans eager to catch the action.
For those unable to watch the live broadcast on the USA Network at 8 p.m. Eastern, free trials from FuboTV and DIRECTV are available, along with promotional offers from Sling TV, ensuring fans won’t miss a moment of the action. Peacock also offers a premium subscription where fans can revisit the episode later this week.
In a highly anticipated segment, WWE Undisputed Champion John Cena will join Cody Rhodes for their Summer Slam contract signing. Rhodes, determined to reclaim the title he lost at WrestleMania 41, faces pressure as Randy Orton notes his previous hesitation against Cena. This rivalry makes for an electrifying atmosphere as tensions rise ahead of the event.
In a dramatic turn of events during the Jimmy Kimmel Show, Jelly Roll chokeslammed Logan Paul through a table, igniting speculation about Drew McIntyre’s intentions regarding his injured tag partner leading up to Summer Slam.
In other news, Seth Rollins is facing an indefinite period on the sidelines due to a knee injury sustained last weekend against LA Knight. Fans are eager to see if Paul Heyman will provide an update on Rollins’ recovery and how Knight will react to securing a win over an injured opponent.
The women’s division is heating up, with WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill gearing up for a showdown at Summer Slam, and the potential involvement of Nia Jax adds further intrigue. Additionally, the Wyatt Sicks, having recently captured the tag team titles, may have plans that impact the entire division.
For veteran fans and newcomers alike, WWE Smackdown remains one of the longest-running television programs, continuing to captivate audiences since its debut in 1999.
Tonight’s Smackdown promises to set the stage for all the excitement leading up to Summer Slam, showcasing the incredible athleticism, storytelling, and entertainment that WWE is known for. The two-night Summer Slam event will take place on August 2 and 3 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, marking a milestone in WWE history.
For fans prepared to dive into tonight’s matches and storylines, Smackdown is the perfect lead-up to one of the biggest events of the year.