WWE SmackDown Results: October 17, 2025
WWE SmackDown kicked off with aerial shots of San Jose and the SAP Center, setting the stage for an exciting night of wrestling. The commentary team, consisting of Vic Joseph and Corey Graves, welcomed everyone to the show. The results of the event were provided by Roy Nemer of Wrestleview.com.
The show began with a recap of Crown Jewel and Seth Rollins’ recent actions on Raw, including The Vision’s betrayal. This led to the introduction of Cody Rhodes, who addressed the crowd and discussed his recent loss to Seth Rollins. Cody stated that he and Seth do not need to be in the ring together again, but acknowledged that it’s not how things work in the WWE.
Cody Rhodes and the Number One Contender’s Match
Cody Rhodes, the current WWE Champion, announced that the match between Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu would determine the number one contender for the WWE Championship. Cody expressed his readiness to face the winner, stating that the road to Saturday Night’s Main Event runs through San Jose.
In a surprising turn of events, Nick Aldis, the SmackDown general manager, made the match between Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu a number one contender’s match. This move has sparked interest, as it could potentially lead to a new champion on Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Women’s Tag Team Championship Match
Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair defended their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships against Sol Ruca and Zaria. The match was highly competitive, with both teams showcasing their skills. In the end, Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair emerged victorious, retaining their titles.
The match was praised for its excitement and the fact that Sol Ruca and Zaria were made to look strong, despite their loss. The commentary team noted that Flair and Bliss have been good Women’s Tag Team Champions, and their match against Sol Ruca and Zaria was a fun and entertaining encounter.
United States Championship Open Challenge
Sami Zayn issued an open challenge for the United States Championship, which was answered by Ilja Dragunov. The match was highly competitive, with both men giving it their all. In a surprising turn of events, Ilja Dragunov emerged victorious, becoming the new United States Champion.
The match was praised for its excitement and the fact that it was a great showcase for both competitors. The commentary team noted that Ilja Dragunov’s win was a surprise, but a welcome one, and that the match was one of the best of the night.
Motor City Machine Guns vs. Los Garza
The Motor City Machine Guns faced off against Los Garza in a highly competitive match. The Motor City Machine Guns emerged victorious, with Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin showcasing their skills and teamwork.
The match was praised for its excitement and the fact that it was a great showcase for both teams. The commentary team noted that the Motor City Machine Guns are always fun to watch, and that Los Garza are an underrated team.
Main Event: Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre
The main event of the evening saw Cody Rhodes face off against Drew McIntyre for the WWE Undisputed Championship. The match was highly competitive, with both men giving it their all. However, the match ended in a disqualification, with Cody Rhodes retaining his title.
The commentary team noted that the ending was a bit disappointing, as it seemed like the match was building towards a new champion. However, the match was still highly entertaining, and the feud between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre is far from over.
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