The atmosphere at SmackDown was electrifying as Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, and Kevin Owens made quite the entrance, leading to a heated confrontation with The Bloodline. The tension in Madison Square Garden was palpable, setting the stage for an epic showdown. However, things quickly spiraled out of control, leading to the NYPD stepping in to escort the trio out of the arena.
In the ring, Tiffany Stratton secured her spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match by defeating Jade Cargill and Candice LeRae in a thrilling Triple Threat Qualifying Match. With an unexpected assist from Nia Jax, Stratton showcased her prowess and emerged victorious, earning the chance to compete in the highly anticipated match.
Meanwhile, LA Knight punched his ticket to Money in the Bank by overcoming Logan Paul and Santos Escobar in another intense Triple Threat Qualifying Match. With the help of NBA stars Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Haliburton, Knight managed to outmaneuver his opponents and secure his position in the upcoming ladder match.
Additionally, Naomi emerged victorious in a Triple Threat Women’s Money in the Bank Qualifying Match against Indi Hartwell and Blair Davenport. With a timely assist from Jade Cargill, Naomi showcased her resilience and skill, earning her place in the coveted ladder match.
The night took a dark turn when The Bloodline launched an attack on WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman during their Acknowledgement Ceremony. Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, and Jacob Fatu unleashed their fury, leaving chaos in their wake and shocking the audience with their brutal assault.
As the dust settled on this action-packed edition of SmackDown, the stage was set for intense rivalries, unexpected alliances, and thrilling battles leading up to Money in the Bank. With tensions running high and emotions flaring, the WWE Universe was left eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this gripping saga.