WWE SmackDown Results and Highlights (10/06/2026)
WWE Friday Night SmackDown rolled into the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on July 10 with major fallout from the events of Night of Champions. The evening was headlined by the first appearance of the newly crowned Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk, who addressed the WWE Universe as his next title challenger was officially revealed.
The show also featured a surprising return from a former champion, adding another intriguing layer to the SmackDown’s landscape heading into SummerSlam season. Throughout the night, tensions continued to rise between World Heavyweight Champion Gunther and SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis, a rivalry that has been simmering for weeks.
Those tensions finally reached a breaking point in the show’s closing moments, as Gunther launched a brutal attack on Aldis, leaving the WWE official laid out and sending shockwaves through the SmackDown roster. With championship rivalries heating up, unexpected returns shaking up the roster, and authority figures finding themselves in the crosshairs, SmackDown delivered another eventful night on the road to SummerSlam.
Opening Segment – CM Punk kicks off the show
CM Punk opened SmackDown with his first appearance as the new Undisputed WWE Champion. The celebration was interrupted by Cody Rhodes, who congratulated Punk but reminded him that he was still owed a championship opportunity. When Punk asked when he wanted his shot, Rhodes made it clear that he wanted the match at SummerSlam. Later in the night, WWE officially confirmed the blockbuster title showdown between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes for The Biggest Party of the Summer.
Finn Balor vs Tama Tonga
The opening match of the evening saw Finn Balor go one-on-one with Tama Tonga in a hard-hitting contest. Balor delivered a standout performance, overcoming not only Tama but also outside interference from Talla Tonga. After taking out both members of The Bloodline, Balor capitalized on the momentum and sealed the victory with a devastating Coup De Grace.
Jimmy Uso vs Royce Keys
Jimmy Uso and Royce Keys battled in a competitive singles contest that kept the crowd engaged throughout. The action swung back and forth, with both men creating several near-fall opportunities. As the match progressed, Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu became involved at ringside, adding another layer of tension to the encounter. Despite the distractions, Jimmy capitalized on an opening, connecting with a thunderous Spear before scoring the decisive pinfall victory.
Following the match, the focus shifted to the ongoing Bloodline drama. Jacob Fatu trapped Solo Sikoa against a chair wedged in the corner and appeared ready to deliver a devastating running splash. However, Fatu stopped at the last moment, choosing instead to send a message by telling Sikoa to meet the family on RAW next week.
Alexa Bliss vs Jade Cargill
Jade Cargill and Alexa Bliss faced off in a hard-fought women’s singles match that showcased the strengths of both competitors. In the end, Cargill’s power was too much to overcome as she connected with a Bicycle Kick and followed it up with Jaded to pick up the victory. After the match, Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab continued their assault on Bliss, prompting Charlotte Flair to rush to the ring. However, the numbers advantage proved overwhelming, as Michin and B-Fab restrained Flair while Cargill unleashed a brutal chair attack on Bliss, leaving both women laid out in a shocking post-match scene.
Carmelo Hayes vs Trick Williams
In a highly anticipated non-title showdown, former friends turned bitter rivals Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams delivered an impressive back-and-forth battle that highlighted their long-standing chemistry and growing animosity. Just when it seemed the match was reaching its climax, the action was interrupted by the shocking return of Baron Corbin. Making an immediate impact in his first appearance back in WWE, Corbin stormed into the scene and laid out both Hayes and Williams, sending a clear message that he intends to be a major factor moving forward.
Final Segment – Gunther and Aldis
Tensions between Gunther and SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis finally boiled over during a heated confrontation. In response to the growing hostility, Aldis announced a blockbuster tag team match for Saturday Night’s Main Event, pitting Gunther and Sami Zayn against Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk and Cody Rhodes. The announcement only fueled Gunther’s anger, as The Ring General immediately went after Aldis and trapped him in a sleeper hold. With Aldis in trouble, Cody Rhodes rushed to the ring to break up the attack, bringing the chaotic scene to an end as SmackDown went off the air.
