WWE SmackDown is live tonight from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada! We’re just one day away from WrestleMania, and as has become tradition, the SmackDown before will feature the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal and other marquee matchups. Let’s take a look at everything announced for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown:
WWE SmackDown card: April 17, 2026
The Wyatt Sicks vs. The MFTs (Eight Man Tag Team Street Fight)
WWE’s official preview:
On the eve of WrestleMania 42, The Wyatt Sicks will battle longtime adversaries The MFTs in an Eight-Man Tag Team Street Fight.
Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal returns
WWE’s official preview:
A WrestleMania-sized edition of SmackDown will feature the 12th Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal.
Past winners have included Carmelo Hayes, Bronson Reed and “Main Event” Jey Uso.
With Superstars from Raw and SmackDown appearing to kick off WrestleMania weekend, who will hoist the trophy?
Jacob Fatu responds to Drew McIntyre’s attack
WWE’s official preview:
How will Jacob Fatu respond to Drew McIntyre’s brutal attack last week on SmackDown as The Samoan Werewolf prepares to battle The Scottish Psychopath in an Unsanctioned Match at WrestleMania?
Cody Rhodes has a message for Randy Orton ahead of their WrestleMania title match
WWE’s official preview:
Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes is primed to deliver a message to Randy Orton just one night before their title showdown on The Grandest Stage of Them All.
