Shinsuke Nakamura’s Return and Women’s Championship Match Set for 1/3 SmackDown – The January 3 edition of WWE SmackDown promises to deliver an exciting lineup as the blue brand transitions to a new three-hour runtime. With compelling matches and high stakes, this episode sets the stage for SmackDown’s expanded format heading into the new year.
As announced on tonight’s episode, one of the night’s key highlights will be the return of United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura to in-ring competition. Nakamura has been absent from action for over a month, and his comeback match against Andrade is highly anticipated. Although the United States Championship will not be on the line, the match presents an opportunity for Andrade to make a statement against the reigning champion.
Additionally, the WWE Women’s Championship will be defended as champion Nia Jax faces Naomi in a pivotal title bout. This marks Naomi’s second chance at the championship in recent months, with her first attempt taking place on the November 15 edition of SmackDown. Naomi, a former champion herself, will be looking to capitalize on this opportunity to reclaim the gold, while Jax aims to further solidify her dominance in the women’s division.
The new three-hour runtime for SmackDown creates more room for matches and storylines to develop, making this episode a significant milestone for WWE’s Friday night show. With Nakamura’s return and a high-stakes championship match on the card, fans can expect a thrilling evening as WWE builds momentum into 2025.
WWE SmackDown (1/3)
- Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Andrade
- WWE Women’s Championship: Nia Jax (c) vs. Naomi
- SmackDown goes to three hours
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Shinsuke Nakamura’s Return and Women’s Championship Match Set for 1/3 SmackDown
