WWE Smackdown Results & Report: Winners, Losers And Analysis – 18 August 2023
A lot had been said and written about this week’s edition of Smackdown long before it was even televised. Post-Summer Slam, temperatures may have gone down, but rivalries have been re-ignited. August marks the time when the road to payback has been paved for many superstars, and here is how the events unfolded. Austin Theory picked up a pinfall over one of the hottest properties in sports entertainment today. LA Knight can get an ovation louder than any singer or rapper, and Canada just showed that. Had it not been for the Miz, who has been on LA Knight for over a month now. Michael Cole asked the Miz if he was jealous that his time was over and how LA Knight has taken over. Winner: Austin Theory Edge beat Sheamus on his 25th anniversary in what was an emotional sight. Edge later told the fans how the Celtic Warrior played DDP’s role for him and how Edge could wrestle once again with Sheamus’ motivation. Edge moved around with a stick after the match, telling the fans that he needed it for his knees. Edge’s transformation when he returned from the royal rumble was evident, and he is not the only one to have taken The Irishman’s help with diet. Rey Mysterio and Drew McIntyre are all regulars at Sheamus’ gym and order their pre-prepared meals from the website that Sheamus uses. Winner: Edge Charlotte Flair teamed up with Bianca Belair to take on damage control. Charlotte Flair is a superstar who does not share the spotlight with anyone. But she has a score to settle with damage control and has enlisted the help of Bianca Belair. What turned out to be a very good match saw Belair hit the KOD on Bayley to pick up the victory. Winners: Charlotte Flair and Bianca Belair The Street Profits picked up the win over Luke Gallows and Anderson. The Street Profits gain more and more momentum every week as they connect with the fans and, most importantly, maintain originality. Montez Ford is someone who may compete as a singles competitor in the future. The duo was congratulated by the Almighty, Bobby Lashley, and this new trio may well just dominate the roster for months to come.
WWE Smackdown Preview & Prediction: How, When & Where To Watch In USA, Europe & India- 18th August,2023
The Upcoming episode of Smackdown will have more twists than ever. With Jey Uso’s future hung in the balance, this week may well give us a glimpse of what the year may hold for us. With the former United States Champion sure to ask for a rematch and look to regain what he lost last week. Here is a preview of what’s to come this week . PREVIEW Jey Uso is making the headlines even before the start of tomorrow’s show as the crowd wait for him to either return or it may be understood that he is surely ‘ Out Of WWE’. The Bloodline is said to have a heated segment on Smackdown and the Tribal Chief is said to be in the back for tonight’s show. AJ Styles’ graph is going up as he looks to make his claim to for being a title contender. Moreover, We expect Austin Theory to come out and thank the fans for their support for him, while he was the United States Champion. PREDICTION AUSTIN THEORY VS REY MYSTERIO Austin Theory last week lost the United States Championship to Rey Mysterio. The Master of the 619 came in as a last minute replacement for Santos Escobar and did the unthinkable. Austin Theory has reportedly lost it and is facing severe withdrawal symptoms since losing the Title. Mr McMahon’s pick will reportedly get a non title rematch and should he win, The former United States Champion will get his Title Shot at WWE Payback. EDGE VS SHEAMUS Edge is in his home Canada and what a way to celebrate the Legend’s 25 Years with the company. Sheamus and Edge may surely give us a memorable match even at their age. It just goes onto show you how Versatile Edge is as a Performer. The Rated R Superstar will surely get the Canadian fans their money’s worth. LA KNIGHT VS TOP DOLLA LA Knight is said to take on top Dolla in a rematch from last week. The uber popular Superstar will look to have his name announced once again as he is on a train that knows no stopping. The Fans just can’t get enough of LA Knight and every week his picture in the poster seems to get bigger. TIMING In India, Live streaming of WWE SmackDown will be available online on the WWE Network. Indian fans can also tune in to the Sony LIV app and JioTV to watch the live action at 6:30 a.m. IST every Tuesday. Also on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD on TV In the USA, live streaming of WWE SmackDown will be available on FOX . It will be telecasted at 8 p.m. Eastern Time and 7 p.m. Central Time. In Europe, streaming of WWE SmackDown will be available on TNT Sport at 1 a.m. on Saturday Morning.
3 Reasons Why Roman Reigns Should Give Up His Titles Reign At Payback 2023
Roman Reigns is the Head of the Table. There is no better way anyone else could describe The Tribal chief than in One line. With the passage of time, it has become evident that no Superstar is even close to being on his level. “I’m in God mode nowadays, son,” as he likes to remind his opponents, or should I say Victims, The Tribal Chief has completely convinced one and all that he is the One that shall pass the Torch to the next Generation. If he now has nothing left to prove, can there be any reason why Roman Reigns cannot remain Champion after Payback? We have three for you: Roman Reigns has one large family, isn’t it? No, not Solo Sikoa or the Usos, and not his uncles either. The Tribal Chief reportedly does not like being the Head of the Table at home. Roman Reigns has five Children. Yes 5. The Tribal Chief’s genetic magic is unquestionable, as he is also one of the very few men on Earth to have two sets of twins. The Big Dog has proved whatever he had to, and now it is just a matter of him vacating the belt and saying he needs to pay his dues back home to the little ones. It’s no rumour that the Tribal Chief’s mass appeal and Good Looks have given him an edge in the past. Well, that’s all about to go to the next level. That Level is Hollywood. The Main Eventer is gearing up for the big screens and may be away for as long as he has been Champion. That being said, he has not been in a hurry and has given Sports Entertainment a feeling of Europe that may never be replicated again. Roman Reigns has eyes at the back of his head. When you are a champion, problems can come from any side. The Tribal Chief has dealt with the Usos in the past, but as things go, the Twins and Solo Sikoa might turn their backs on Roman Reigns entirely, and together they may crown a new leader for the Tribe. A long-term injury to Reigns means the Road would be clear for Jimmy Uso or Solo Sikoa to make their candidature known. This possible scenario is how WWE is planning to take Roman Reigns out of the Title picture. Should the Tribal Chief look to avoid all of this for his kids, he may Give Up his WWE Titles At Payback 2023.
Multiple Reasons Why Shinsuke Nakamura May Be The Next Heavyweight Champion At WWE Payback 2023
The land of the rising Sun has produced countless talents over the years. You name it, and we’ve got it has always been Japan’s Moto. Fans across Europe, Canada, America, Asia, and the Middle East all admire and respect the passion that the Japanese Wrestlers have when it comes to giving the fans what they came to watch. Among these uniquely gifted wrestlers is one man who, of late, has had Seth Rollins‘ Number and is possibly the best export to come out of Japan: Shinsuke Nakamura. The King of Strong Style is said to face The Messiah at Payback for the WWE Championship, and if rumours are true, Seth Rollins will vacate the Title and make way for the man from Kyoto, Japan. Here are multiple reasons why that may happen: When you are the best performer in the company, would anyone argue if you were pushed to the Sky? The former New Japan Pro Wrestling( NJPW) Sensation has no doubters, just like Drew McIntyre. But their push may not last as long as The Tribal Chief’s. This is the time when The Star that Nakamura is will be showcased once again to the World . When the WWE looks beyond the American and Canadian Superstars on their Roster, they want to bring to the fans someone who can guarantee action and sell tickets, plus somebody who can represent the brand Internationally, Shinsuke Nakamura is a frontrunner. Experience, flair, strong style, and a feeling of ‘what he might do next’ are what the King of Strong Style offers, and Triple H, with his understanding of the market, may take a call on whether the Architect will have his party spoiled come Payback. The WWE, after its merger deal with Endeavour (which also included the UFC), has been giving a lot of spotlight to Superstars with a background in MMA. Shinsuke Nakamura is a legit name that comes to mind with the Japanese holding a 3-1 record. To do it on any part of the Continent, in any format of the game, just shows how ambidextrous the King of Strong Style really is. Expect Fireworks at Payback and nothing but a 5-star performance from Shinsuke Nakamura.
3 Reasons Why Dominik Mysterio Could Be The Next WWE Champion
Dominik Mysterio is the future of this Business. By business, I don’t mean the WWE only, but all promotions that bring quality action to us. Nepotism is beautiful when we have superstars like The Tribal Chief, Randy Orton, or the Great One, The Rock. The name of Dominik Mysterio has been added to that list, and he should go one-on-one with these men in the future. Rey Mysterio has bought his son up well—at least in the ring, that is. The father-Son angle is something that came straight out of Vince McMahon’s top drawer and has changed the lives of the Mysterios ever since. With all the success and applause that the NXT North American Champion has garnered, you can surely expect him to go for the home run very soon. Here are three reasons why Dirty Dom could be the next WWE Champion. The most decorated Mexican Superstar of all time, Rey Mysterio, is no stranger to the Championship Gold. His record and list of accomplishments are for his Fans to Cherish and his Rivals to envy. Dominik Mysterio, too, has shown that he can and will hang with the big names. It may only be a matter of time before he is elevated to the WWE Championship picture. If I told you that your last name was going to be enough to get you through college or your workplace, you’d laugh. But such was the case with Dirty Dom growing up. When your father is recognised the world over, you don’t have to do much for doors to be opened. Surely, when you are as smooth as Dirty Dom, you can open locks yourself. That’s exactly why he might just become the face of this company. He may not need his father anymore, but the last name sure does wonders for the lad. When a Superstar enters the arena, they want all eyes to be on them. Dominik Mysterio is that superstar whose fans wait to boo in a line. The attention that this man gets is overwhelming for his age. Not so long ago, Austin Theory was clicking selfies with some of the WWE Universe. Dirty Dom just passed by, and the crowd followed, leaving many to believe he truly has a champion’s personality. Dominik Mysterio generates more heat than Jinder Mahal did as Champion. It’s just a matter of time before Mysterio Jr. is in the WWE Championship picture.
WWE India Event Date,Time,Location| All You Need To Know
India will get to witness Euphoria next month when the Sky Meets the ocean and the WWE put up a show in One of the Social Media Pillars. For the 1st time in 6 Years, WWE comes to India. Yes you heard it right. On September 8th at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium a packed 5000 strong will get to witness their dreams come true. The enigma on offer will be unparalleled as the Ring General will open the card with a Challenge to any Indian Wrestler who feels they can out wrestle the Leader of the Imperium. Don’t be astonished to see 30 year olds act like Kids in a Marshmallow store, they are not to be blamed. Fans; This is all you need to know about WWE Superstar Debacle, their Gift to India : The Event will take place on Friday at The Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad, which is located roughly 45 min(32km) away from the Airport. Gates open at 7.30. The event will be 3 hrs long and will Start around 8 pm IST, with the Intercontinental Champion’s open challenge. However there will be a fan Engagement zone set up in the Venue right from the early hours. Get your hands on some great merchandise and you may as well catch a glimpse of Seth Rollins walking into the stadium for last minute preparations. This might just be your moment At the time of publishing this article, the prices stand at Rs 5000 and Rs 7500. These are not ringside seats but the offer great view and an experience of a lifetime. The Tickets are available on bookmyshow.com . They are filling up fast; Very Fast. Don’t be shocked to see Varun Dhawan come out of Nowhere to dance to one of his songs. That’s not advertised though. We will have a lot of Talent from India looking to have a shot at being a WWE superstar. They may take this as a blessing and rush to the venue before everything starts. More on that in our upcoming articles. Combatsports247 will keep you updated on the yet to be announced hotel in Hyderabad; though a PR executive of the WWE on condition of anonymity mention the Taj Falaknuma Palace as their Hotel Partners.
5 Possible Championship Matches That We Can See At Payback 2023
WWE Payback has generated hype and exposure similar to that of a big-budget Hollywood Action Movie. In this world controlled by Digital Media, the right news is hard to find and even harder to hide. With the Ring General set to defend his Intercontinental Championship against Chad Gable next Monday (21.8.23) on Raw, here are five Championship matches that we can see at Payback: Starting off by addressing the Elephant in the room, we have Monday Night Rollins, who will look to defend the World Heavyweight Title against a Superstar who has The Messiah’s number of late: Shinsuke Nakamura. After two Kinshasas, the King of Strong Style got his shot at the gold, and we expect nothing but a 5-star match from two of the Best Wrestlers in The world, Period! Austin Theory is one Superstar who, at this point in his career, cannot be kept out of the Title Picture. Lifestyles change when you are not the Champion anymore and don’t have the Championship money anymore. The way the master of the 619 has kept himself going after so many years is still a miracle. His Son, Dirty Dom, is one of the biggest names around, but not in the manner that he would have wanted. Mysterio Sr. can break down, and bad luck may yet again hover over Santos Escobar, only to bring back the spotlight on Austin Theory. The NXT North American Title will be on the line, with Wes Lee expected to meet the champion, Dominik Mysterio. This one will be a sure-shot blockbuster, and if inside sources from the WWE Performance Centre are to be believed, the former Impact Wrestling star will be the one to take the Title from Dirty Dom. Expect Judgement Day to play a key role in the outcome. But isn’t this already advertised for next week’s edition of Raw? It sure Is. With a Classic such as the one we have, there are no doubts that this Cake will be spoiled by the non-competing members of the Imperium who will get Gunther Disqualified, only to keep the Title and remain Intercontinental Champion. That will bring us toPayback, where this feud will be ended once and for all. The title may not exchange hands on next week’s Raw but may do so at WWE Payback. Rhea Ripley is expected to defend the WWE Women’s World Championship at Payback against Raquel Rodriguez. This was a bout that was a fine deal back in SummerSlam but was left out by the creative. Raquel Rodriguez has been waiting to take out Mami and prove her superiority. With Judgement Day around the corner, this match may have just the right amount of sauce to be a cult classic.
3 NXT Superstars Who Can Debut At WWE Payback 2023
WWE NXT is one stepping stone where all Wrestlers from around the world come to measure their skills, for this is the route to the two biggest Wrestling Shows on Earth, namely Raw And Smackdown. Let this not distract you from the fact that some rookies in NXT are as good as the Superstars on Raw or Smackdown, possibly even better. Though the company does not have a fixed path on how one should reach their flagship show, It may also boil down to luck or the higher-ups. Many Superstars have been waiting for their time, and here are three who can make their debut at Payback: The youngest Singles Champion in WWE history( aged 19), Tyler Bate, needs no introduction. If big things came in small sizes, The Englishman would be your answer. Though only 5 feet 7 inches tall, Tyler Bate has shown that he deserves a shot at the pinnacle of Sports Entertainment . We expect him to make an impact on the big stage very soon as he looks to make a statement at Payback. European Wrestlers are running the show these days, and the The 26-year-old seems eager to join the band. A Mexican high-flyer wearing a mask! Ok. The Legacy of these Wrestlers may have just added another feather. Dragon Lee is the next enigma that is on offer, and should Rey Mysterio’s protégé look to avenge his loss to the NXT North American Champion, Payback will be the perfect place to do so. Lineage and Legacy will be on the line, and it will be interesting to see how Dragon Lee can take on Dirty Dom with Judgement Day at his back. If there’s a superstar who is Red Hot now and should be called up to the roster, it is this Luchador Enmascarado. From the former NXT North American Champion Dragon Lee to the longest reigning North American Champion, Wes Lee is one of the more well-known faces in the business. At 27, the guy has had stints with some of the most noteworthy promotions in the World. Who doesn’t remember Dezmond Xavier from Impact Wrestling? The aesthetic superstar has always gone for the home run. His style and attitude are two things that will help him get over the fans in the big leagues. Expect him to make a huge statement at Payback.
5 Top Injured WWE Superstars Ahead Of WWE Payback 2023
There is nothing more sad in Wrestling than to see your favourite Superstar be forced out of action due to an Injury. The momentum that they have going is paused at once and for some it may even be the end of the road. A Superstar occasionally does come back to reclaim what is theirs; just like the Tribal Chief did returning from Leukaemia and winning the title He ‘ Never Lost ‘.On that note, here are 5 WWE Superstars who are looking to make their way back to the Ring: 1st on our list is the Legend Killer who has been out with a back injury since May last year. Randy Orton is one of the last of the OVW Stars to be around and a well rested Viper is what the fans want to see. His RKO’s to Ricchochet, Evan Bourne and The Messiah are played almost every week on shows to remind us that he is still the best when he needs his reflexes. Fans remember a young Randy Orton from the Ruthless Aggression Era, who used to ask them for support when he was out with a shoulder injury. We all know the history he made after that. Little do fans know that this lovable big guy started off as Dolph Ziggler and A J Lee’s bodyguard. Big E Langston was always a sight to behold with the swole New Day Member giving the fans a ton of moments to cherish about. A nasty landing on his Neck is what caused it to break. March 11, 2022 is when we last saw him in the ring. Though he will take a while to come back, the 37 year old is pursuing other interests like acting and comedy in the meantime. Bray Wyatt is one superstar who bought the X factor to WWE. Him being in the room alone catches everyone’s attention. Bray Wyatt’s career was almost over after he suffered a serious illness back in May this year. Mike Rotunda, Bray’s father has kept the fans updated and hinted that the Fiend might be back to the squared circle very soon. From Bray Wyatt to Sister Abigale, the list of potential main eventers out of action is immense . Alexa Bliss has been out of action and rightfully so as she and her singer husband Ryan Cabrera are expecting a new member in their family. Alexa Bliss will soon come back stronger and just like Becky Lynch, be the best mother around. Combatsports247 congratulates Alexa Bliss and wishes her all the happiness there is. The Monster among Men is having a hard time being out of action for so long. Braun Strowman is a Superstar who should be in the title picture . The Strongman has been out of action since June. A Critical Neck fusion surgery is what was needed as the Monster looks to march back to the ring to ‘ Get These Hands’ on his next Prey.
WWE NXT Results & Report: Winners, Losers And Analysis – 15 August 2023
15 August’s episode of NXT proved to be a slobber knocker, and it Sure was. We are a week away from the heatwave, and the Superstars want to make as much of an impact as possible. Sources tell us that The North American Champion, Dirty Dom, may lose his gold to hot commodity Mustafa Ali right now. It is usually during this time that Ali goes to another zone, and with Crown Jewel just 2 months away, the high flyer will look to be their Golden Boy should he beat Dirty Dom at Heatwave. But first, let’s look at the results of the night. Blaire Davenport vs. Dana Brooke (with Kelani Jordan) Two running knee strikes sealed the deal for Davenport, and she silenced hot-headed Dana Brooke. Kelani Jordan tried her best to stop Brooke from a DQ, but she was quickly counted out with knee strikes for the win. The match did little to establish Dana Brooke, as her anger did little to help her here and, in turn, led to her losing out. Davenport, on the other hand, is now a clear contender for the title with two important back-to-back wins. Result: Blaire Davenport picks up the win. Trick Williams vs. Drew Gulak Trick Williams is a player. A man who is not short on confidence has gone to new heights with his zeal to show everyone that he can do it without the support of Carmelo Hayes. Trick William sealed the win with Whoop That Trick. Ilja Dragunov was closely monitoring the action, however. Result: Trick Williamwins. Wes Lee vs. Dijak This was surely the match of the night, and what promised to be a physically punishing match lived up immensely to the expectation. What NXT has with Wes Lee and Dijak is pure Gold that will carry the business to new heights. Eddy Thorpe, though, came in with the distraction and helped Wes Lee hit the Corkscrew Senton for the win. Result: Wes Lee beats Dijak. Thea Hail vs. Jacy Jayne Thea Hail needs to Up her game and skills if she is to be taken seriously by fans. Control over one’s emotions and laser focus are what you need during a match. Unfortunately, you may lose it in a long match. That was exactly Hail’s faith when Jacy Jayne rolled her up for a quick 3-count. Result: Jacy Jayne wins by pinball. Tyler Bate vs. Joe Coffey This match seemed like it was only going to be decided by someone poking their nose in and interfering. Dabba-Kato, aka Babatunda, came marching to the ring with his monstrous size and choke-bombed Bate to get Joe Coffey Disqualified . Result: Bate defeats Coffey by DQ.