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CM Punk defends WWE Championship against Kevin Owens at Smackdown

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

CM Punk defends WWE Championship against Kevin Owens at Smackdown
Summary

CM Punk will defend his WWE Championship against Kevin Owens tonight at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, starting at 8 p.m. EST on USA. The match is eagerly anticipated, marking Owens’ opportunity to claim his first WWE title. In addition to the title match, Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton are expected to appear at the event., Blake Monroe will make his debut against Giulia in another match on the card.

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By the Numbers
  • •CM Punk vs. Kevin Owens for WWE Championship is the main event.
  • •Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton will make appearances tonight.
  • •Blake Monroe debuts against Giulia.
  • •Event starts at 8 p.m. EST on USA Network.
  • •Friday Night Smackdown is held at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
Latest Updates
  • 10:36 PMYahoo Sports — What time does Smackdown start? Smackdown card tonight
  • 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — WWE Friday night Smackdown card tonight features CM Punk vs. Kevin Owens
What they're saying
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Kevin Owens gets his chance at winning WWE gold when he takes on CM Punk. Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton to appear. Blake Monroe to debut.

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Kevin Owens gets his chance at winning WWE gold when he takes on CM Punk. Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton to appear. Blake Monroe to debut.

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