WWE SmackDown: Cody Rhodes vs Jey Uso in #1 Contender Match for Sami Zayn's Title

Published Jul 4, 07:14 AM UTC

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Since last weekend, major title chaos has erupted in WWE following Sami Zayn's unexpected victory at 'Night of Champions,' where he became the new WWE Champion. The championship could change hands quickly, as tonight's episode of 'SmackDown' from Atlantic City features a high-stakes #1 Contender Match between Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso. The winner will immediately challenge Zayn for the WWE Title on Monday at 'RAW.' Additionally, the episode includes a women's six-woman tag team match pitting Jade Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab against Charlotte Flair, Tiffany Stratton, and Chelsea Green; an AAA World Cruiserweight Championship match between Rey Fenix and El Hijo del Vikingo; and a singles match between Brie Bella and Lainey Reid. The show is available on replay exclusively at BILD.

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Since last weekend, major title chaos has been reigning in the WWE.

Key Developments

At "Night of Champions," Sami Zayn became the new WWE Champion in a completely unexpected turn. However, questions remain over whether he can hold onto the belt until "SummerSlam," as challengers are already lining up.

Tonight on "SmackDown," the big #1 Contender Match between Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso takes place. The winner will earn a WWE Title match against Sami Zayn — and that match is already scheduled for Monday at "RAW." As a result, Sami Zayn’s title reign could end very quickly.

Announced Matches

Jade Cargill, Michin & B-Fab vs. Charlotte Flair, Tiffany Stratton & Chelsea Green
AAA World Cruiserweight Championship Match: Rey Fenix takes on El Hijo del Vikingo
Brie Bella vs. Lainey Reid

Watch "SmackDown" from Atlantic City – now on replay, exclusively at BILD.

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Source

BILD - SportWestern

Original headline: Gegner für WWE-Champion gesucht - Hier die neue Folge „SmackDown“ schauen!

Original language: DE

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