WWE SmackDown airs tonight from the O2 Arena in London, England! Note:his week’s episode was taped on Tuesday, but we’ll keep this preview spoiler-free. We’re just one day away from Night of Champions, and tonight, WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has a message for his opponents, Gunther and Sami Zayn. Let’s take a look at everything announced for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown:
WWE SmackDown card: June 26, 2026
Giulia vs. Kiana James
WWE’s official preview:
Former business associates Giulia and Kiana James will battle it out for the first time since their falling out.
Giulia snapped on James after James berated her for losing in the first round of the Queen of the Ring Tournament.
Paige vs. Jacy Jayne
WWE’s official preview:
England’s own Paige will go one-on-one with Fatal Influence’s Jacy Jayne in Paige’s first singles match since her return to action.
Can one-half of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions earn a home country win in England?
Trick Williams prepares to defend US Title against Ricky Saints
WWE’s official preview:
With United States Champion Trick Williams absent from SmackDown last week, Ricky Saints overcame Carmelo Hayes in a No. 1 Contender’s Match to become the lemon pepper stepper titleholder’s next challenger.
Williams must now put his title on the line against Saints at WWE Night of Champions.
How will Trick prepare for his dangerous opponent?
Rey Fenix (c) vs. Nathan Frazer for the AAA Cruiserweight Championship
WWE’s official preview:
After defeating Axiom a few weeks ago in his first title defense, Rey Fenix will bring the AAA Cruiserweight Championship back to SmackDown to battle Axiom’s tag team partner Nathan Frazer, tonight at 8 ET/7 CT on USA.
Cody Rhodes addresses his Night of Champions opponents
WWE’s official preview:
On the eve of their Triple Threat Match at WWE Night of Champions, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes will address Gunther and Sami Zayn.
Zayn got himself involved in Rhodes’ match against The Ring General last week, forcing SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis to make a Triple Threat Match in Saudi Arabia.
What will The American Nightmare want to talk about on the night before the epic free-for-all?
