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Welcome to the live coverage of WWE SmackDown on August 15th, 2025.
Last Friday on SmackDown, Cody Rhodes and John Cena secured a victory over Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul by disqualification. Intense emotions ran high as Cena and Paul exchanged heated words immediately after the match. McIntyre retaliated by assaulting Rhodes, striking him with his own WWE Championship belt, delivering a powerful Claymore kick, and smashing through the announcer’s desk. Due to these dramatic events, McIntyre is set to appear on tonight’s show to share his thoughts.
In a fierce showdown, Alexa Bliss, one half of the reigning Women’s Tag Team Champions, clashed with Piper Niven from the Secret Service. The other half of Bliss’ tag team partners was involved in an earlier altercation last Friday when the team faced Chelsea Green, an ally of Niven, who showcased her skills early in the night before locking on an eight-legged submission hold.
In tag team action, Street Profits’ Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins went head-to-head with the #DIY duo, Tommaso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano. These teams previously faced off in a 6-pack TLC match for the WWE Tag Team Championship at SummerSlam on August 3rd.
Additionally, after SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis approved a match last Friday, The Miz teamed up with Carmelo Hayes for the first time since their victory over R-Truth and LA Knight on SmackDown back in February. They are set to face off against Nathan Frazer and Ixiom.
The show kicked off with Wade Barrett and Joe Tessitore welcoming viewers as the MFT made their way to the ring.
MFT Speaks Out
Sikoa opened by announcing that MFT is here and addressed an incident from last week where Sami Zayn disrespected him. He boldly claimed he would take down Sami Zayn on WWE Raw and boasted about recent wins over Jacob Fatu and Jimmy Uso.
As Zayn’s music played, he rushed the ring but was confronted by Sikoa, who sent J.C. Mateo, Tonga Roa, and Tama Tonga away. Zayn claimed he’s been aiming for the world championship for weeks now, feeling empowered after defeating Rusev on Monday, and thanked Sikoa for supporting him in recent attacks. He expressed confidence about achieving titles no one else has held before in WWE.
Sikoa warned Zayn that he won’t hold the US Championship immediately and told him to leave the ring. Zayn declared he’s officially part of the SmackDown roster and vowed to claim the US Championship, motivated by Sikoa taking something from him.
A brawl broke out between Zayn and Sikoa, with MFT gaining the upper hand until Jimmy Uso’s music interrupted. Uso extended a hand to Zayn, but MFT maintained control. Then Jacob Fatu’s music played, and he charged in, attacking Sikoa only to be blindsided by Tama Tonga from behind. Zayn and Jimmy assisted Fatu in clearing the ring.
Nick Aldis appeared ringside, announcing that Zayn will join forces with Jimmy and Fatu to face MFT in upcoming confrontations.
Fan Take: This SmackDown episode highlights exciting rivalries and alliances that electrify the WWE universe. Drew McIntyre’s return and the brewing tension among top stars like Sami Zayn and MFT promise high-stakes drama that could redefine the championship landscape and deliver unforgettable moments for fans.
