August 2, 2025

WWE is gearing up for an exciting SummerSlam event slated for August 2 and 3, 2025, and the Stamford-based promotion is kicking things off with a compelling edition of SmackDown on August 1. The event will be held live from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Multiple superstars including John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Charlotte Flair, Logan Paul, and Randy Orton are set to take center stage, contributing to the storyline leading up to the SummerSlam pay-per-view. The match card for this week’s SmackDown is packed with action and anticipation. Key bouts include a face-off between John Cena and Cody Rhodes, setting the stage for their upcoming clash at SummerSlam for the WWE Undisputed Championship. Fans can expect high stakes as tensions rise in this pivotal storyline. Additionally, Damian Priest will go head-to-head with Aleister Black, establishing critical momentum for the SummerSlam event. Another highlight is the Women’s United States Championship match, where Giulia (the reigning champion) will defend her title against Zelina Vega, the former champion. Last week's episode saw Vega aggressively seeking a rematch that was ultimately granted following discussions between her representative, Kiana James, and General Manager Nick Aldis. This rematch promises to be a thrilling encounter as both women look to prove their dominance. The match card is as follows: - Damian Priest vs. Aleister Black - Giulia (c) vs. Zelina Vega – Women’s United States Championship - Open challenge issued by AAA World Tag Team Champions, Los Garza (Angel & Berto) - Segment featuring John Cena & Cody Rhodes face-off WWE SmackDown is set to go live at 8 PM ET on the USA Network in the United States. For Canadian viewers, the show will be available on Netflix the following day at 8 PM ET. Fans in the UK and Ireland can catch it on Netflix at 1 AM on Saturday, and in India, the broadcast will be at 5:30 AM IST. Other international viewing times include 3 AM AST in Saudi Arabia, 10 AM AEST in Australia, and 2 AM CEST in France. The build-up to SummerSlam promises to provide fans with thrilling matches and compelling storylines, making this episode of SmackDown not to be missed. As we move closer to August 3, anticipation grows for the matches that will redefine rivalries and showcase the best in wrestling entertainment. Don’t miss the electrifying action, and stay tuned for more updates as WWE approaches this highly-anticipated weekend of matches.

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