WWE SmackDown Spoilers for August 28, 2026
The action inside the arena doesn't stop when the cameras go off for WWE Raw, as the Superstars of the blue brand immediately take over the building to tape Friday’s (August 28, 2026) episode of SmackDown.
Fans in attendance get the ultimate double-feature wrestling experience, witnessing live fallout from Raw while simultaneously treating them to the exclusive matches, storylines, and championship build-ups heading into Friday night.
WWE SmackDown 8/28/26 Spoilers - Results
The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax & Lash Legend) def. Tiffany Stratton & Chelsea Green
Note: Chelsea Green briefly had a spot where medics tried to pull her from the match, but she returned to continue. Nia Jax ultimately picked up the pin on the Women's Champion.
Jacy Jayne def. Paige
Aftermath: Nikki Bella made a surprise return, running out to brutally attack Paige after the bell.
Tatum Paxley def. Michin
Note: Marked Tatum's main roster in-ring debut, with backstage hyping from Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss earlier in the night.
Kevin Owens vs. Finn Bálor vs. GUNTHER (No. 1 Contender’s Triple Threat Match)
Result: No Contest / Thrown Out. Sami Zayn interfered in the match. CM Punk got involved, and Sami ultimately laid everyone out with the championship to close the chaotic segment.
Key Promos, Angles & Segments
The Opening Setup: Kevin Owens kicks off the show addressing how Sami Zayn screwed him out of the title picture last week. He's interrupted in succession by CM Punk, GUNTHER, and Finn Bálor, which establishes the night's main event triple threat.
Cody Rhodes & Randy Orton: Cody cuts a promo about his upcoming path, but things turn personal when Randy Orton interrupts and draws heavy heat by trash-talking Cody's wife, Brandi, bringing up their "no-touch" policy.
Celebrity & Special Appearances: Trick Williams hosts a segment featuring Lil Yachty, which gets crashed by United States Champion Baron Corbin.
Backstage Developments: Giulia attacks Blake Monroe following a backstage interview, and a match is officially booked for next week with The Miz & Kit Wilson taking on Shinsuke Nakamura and Kyoki.
WWE SmackDown is one of WWE's flagship weekly programs, showcasing the biggest Superstars on the SmackDown brand in explosive matches, heated rivalries, intense promos, and major storyline advancements that shape the future of WWE.
It airs live every Friday at 8 p.m. ET on the USA Network (in the US), with episodes also available on demand shortly after the live broadcast on Peacock (in the US) and on WWE Network or Netflix internationally (depending on the region).
