Get ready for an explosive night of WWE SmackDown Live! On November 7, 2025, the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, SC, hosted a night of thrilling matches and intense rivalries.
The Main Event: Cody Rhodes vs. Aleister Black
The show began with a bold statement from Cody Rhodes, who confidently declared his victory over Drew McIntyre and called him a self-destructive wrestler. But here's the twist: Rhodes decided to let the fans choose his next WWE Championship opponent. Enter Aleister Black and Zelina Vega, who had a bone to pick with Cody. Vega's words were chilling: "Your nightmare begins now." And with a slap, the challenge was set.
But wait, there's more! Nick Aldis, without a main event for the evening, made the match official for later that night. The stage was set for a showdown, and the fans couldn't contain their excitement.
United States Championship Open Challenge: Ilja Dragunov Defends
In a backstage encounter, Tama Tonga stared down Ilja Dragunov, the United States Champion. Dragunov, ready for a challenge, was met with Tommaso Ciampa's complaints about being overlooked last week. In a clever twist, Dragunov teased accepting Ciampa's challenge but then revealed his opponent to be Johnny Gargano.
Gargano delivered a brutal kick to Dragunov's head, followed by a near fall with a Poisonrana. The match intensified when Candice LeRae interfered, giving Gargano another close call. Dragunov regained control and sealed the win with a Superplex and his signature H-Bomb.
Backstage Drama and Unexpected Encounters
The drama didn't end in the ring. Fraxiom mocked DIY's issues with Dragunov, adding fuel to the fire. Meanwhile, Sami Zayn's request to be at ringside for Rey Fenix's match was denied by Nick Aldis due to medical reasons. R-Truth's inquiry about the John Cena tournament tumbler revealed a surprise—his name was already in the mix!
Women's Division: Jade Cargill's Bold Statement
The new WWE Women's Champion, Jade Cargill, made a powerful entrance. She sent a chilling message to her fellow wrestlers, referencing Tiffany's fate. As she was about to leave, she crossed paths with Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, setting the stage for a potential confrontation.
Chelsea Green, the new AAA Mixed Tag champion, was confronted by B-Fab and Michin, who doubted her abilities against Giulia. Cargill interrupted, issuing a threat to Green. This led to a heated exchange between Green and B-Fab, resulting in a match being set for the following week.
Upcoming Match: Charlotte Flair vs. Nia Jax
The night's action continued with Charlotte Flair taking on Nia Jax, with Alexa Bliss in her corner. The outcome of this match remains to be seen, but the tension was palpable.
And this is just the tip of the iceberg! WWE SmackDown Live never fails to deliver unexpected twists and turns. What did you think of Cody Rhodes' bold move? Will Aleister Black live up to the challenge? Share your predictions and reactions in the comments below!
