Spoilers for Tonight’s (12/22) WWE SmackDown – WWE taped tonight’s WWE SmackDown episode from Green Bay, Wisconsin, last week, due to the talent and crew having time off for Christmas. Here are the spoilers:
- US Title Contender’s Tournament Semifinals: Santos Escobar secured victory over Bobby Lashley. Escobar capitalized on interference from Angel Garza and Humberto Carrillo to claim the win.
- NXT North American Championship: Dragon Lee successfully defended his title against Butch.
- Promo Segment: AJ Styles, Randy Orton, and LA Knight declared their intentions to vie for Roman Reigns’ Undisputed Universal Championship at the Royal Rumble. SmackDown GM Nick Aldis set up a triple threat match between Styles, Orton, and Knight for SmackDown New Year’s Revolution. The winner will earn a shot at Reigns’ title at the Royal Rumble.
- Holiday Havoc Match: Bianca Belair, Shotzi, Zelina Vega & Michin triumphed over Damage CTRL (IYO SKY, Bayley, Asuka & Kairi Sane). The match was interrupted by Isla Dawn & Alba Fyre attacking Kairi Sane.
- US Title Contender’s Tournament Semifinals: Kevin Owens emerged victorious against Carmelo Hayes.
- AJ Styles vs. Solo Sikoa: The match ended in a disqualification as Reigns intervened, attacking Styles. A brawl ensued involving The Bloodline, Styles, Orton, and Knight.
Spoilers for Tonight’s (12/22) WWE SmackDown