The latest edition of Friday Night SmackDown featured an anticipated encounter between Cody Rhodes and WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns, along with an intense showdown between Sami Zayn and Solo Sikoa. Rhodes and Reigns came face-to-face for the first time since Rhodes emerged victorious in the 30-men Royal Rumble match. Meanwhile, Rhea Ripley faced off against the women’s match runner-up, Liv Morgan. Along with these storylines, the episode showcased an exciting one-on-one battle between Zayn and Sikoa. Check out the complete results column of the weekly show here.
The upcoming Friday Night SmackDown is set to feature several notable superstars such as Drew McIntyre, Ronda Rousey, and Dominik, among others. As the show is expected to impact the WrestleMania 39 storylines, it promises to be an exciting event. To keep you up-to-date with all the action, here’s a comprehensive results column of the weekly show.
WWE SmackDown 4/3/23: Match Card
- Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley
- Santos Escobar vs. Dominik Mysterio
- Tegan Nox vs. Shayna Baszler
- Sami Zayn vs. Solo Sikoa
WWE SmackDown 4/3/23: Results
- Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley
Result: Ripley defeated Morgan via submission
Grade: A
- Santos Escobar vs. Dominik Mysterio
Result: Dominik defeated Escobar
Grade: B
- Tegan Nox vs. Shayna Baszler
Result: Baszler defeated Nox
Grade: D
- Sami Zayn vs. Solo Sikoa
Result: Sikoa defeated Zayn
Grade: D
- During the eventful night, Drew McIntyre issued a challenge to Gunther for a match for the Intercontinental title at WrestleMania 39. However, the challenge was interrupted by Shaemus, LA Knight, New Day, and Karrion Kross, leading to a chaotic brawl. Eventually, Kross emerged victorious with Scarlett, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the championship picture before WrestleMania.
- In another exciting segment, Bobby Lashley made a rare appearance on Friday Night SmackDown and challenged Bray Wyatt. However, things took a spooky turn when Wyatt’s Uncle Howdy entered the fray, and after a brief scuffle, disappeared into the darkness, leaving Lashley bewildered.
- Moreover, Cody Rhodes finally came face-to-face with the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns. Reigns used Rhodes’ love for his father, Dusty, to get into his head and suggested that Dusty never spoke about him. Reigns seemingly gained the psychological advantage over his WrestleMania opponent in this segment.
