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WWE SmackDown features Kevin Owens, CM Punk, and title match buildup

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:55 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

WWE SmackDown features Kevin Owens, CM Punk, and title match buildup
Summary

WWE SmackDown was taped on August 24, 2026, after Raw at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa. Kevin Owens opened the show with a promo before CM Punk, GUNTHER, and Finn Balor interrupted, leading to a number one contenders match for Punk's Undisputed WWE Championship. Chelsea Green returned and lost in tag team action against Nia Jax and Lash Legend. Tatum Paxley won her debut match against Michin, while Jacy Jayne defeated Paige, with Nikki Bella making a return to attack Paige. The main event, a triple threat match, ended in disqualification due to Sami Zayn's interference just before a winner could be decided.

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What We Know
  • •Kevin Owens and CM Punk highlight the show with a promo.
  • •Chelsea Green returns but loses to Nia Jax and Lash Legend.
  • •Tatum Paxley wins her SmackDown debut against Michin.
  • •Jacy Jayne defeats Paige, with Nikki Bella returning.
  • •Triple threat match ends in disqualification due to Sami Zayn.
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  • 5:55 PMWrestling Inc — WWE SmackDown Spoilers From 8/24 Post-Raw Taping Reportedly Revealed
What they're saying
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Fightful Select unveils the results for this Friday's SmackDown with the episode being taped following Raw last night.

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