Saturday, 5 July 2025

My Review of WWE Friday Night Smackdown.

As an Evolution nears. Friday nights start to show positive signs of getting better for WWE's blue brand.

Temu Bloodline Get Wrecked.

The show kicked off when the Temu Bloodline were seen showing up, and then getting wrecked by Jacob Fatu. I liked this, because the look on Solo's face was hilarious.

Cody Rhodes Segment.

I liked this. Cody walked to the ring basking in the fans adjulation, whilst holding the crown. I think that this fact is quite interesting, because this could be the start of something special. As Linkin Park once said Heavy Is The Crown. He said that the crown stands for the excellence in our industry, whilst stating the journeys that the greats before him had gone on to get theirs. He was then met by Randy Orton, who took him back to last week, and said that he was near to taking his head off, but Cody was victourious. He went on to mention, that at Summerslam he wants him to kick John Cena's ass. A returning Drew then walked out, and likened this pair to Ross and Julie from Friends. He played into their insecurities, and teased what could come down the pipeline. I liked this, because what we're seeing here is this. WWE are giving us their own version of the spinning plate trick, and this is how booking should be treated when you dig beneath the surface. Cody vs Randy at Clash In Paris is my pic, whilst Drew is kept warm in the background. Randy gave Drew an RKO from out of nowhere to end the segment.

Charlotte Flair And Alexa Bliss vs The Secret Hervice vs Michin And Bfab.

The segment that came before this Match, was a bit painful to watch, and let me tell you why. Alexa is coming off as a bit desperate in my eyes, whilst Flair thinks that cosplaying as Johnathan Davis from Korn, is a clever thing. The Match had the adition that which ever team won, they would be the No1 Contenders going into Evolution. This was a fast paced run through that was very enjoyable. Flair and Bliss got the win, after Charlotte's attempt at patronising Alexa backfired, allowing Alexa to pick up the win.

The Wyatt Sic vs Johny Gargano. Chris Sabin. Montez Ford, and. Humberto.

On paper this Match didn't make a lot of sense, but i've never been more happy to be wrong. This Match ruled to me. It felt fresh, and a good number of the guys involved had decent showings. Wyatts got the win, in what was a solid outing.

 Tiffany Stratton Segment.

I hated this. All of the verbalage that this segment was currated around, was beyond poor. And her interactions with Jade Cargill, and Trish Stratus were poorly scripted garbage. Trish vs Tiffy at Evolution, ok, I guess. After everything that she said in the He Who Shall Not Be Named Docu Series last year. I don't have a lot of time for Trish Stratus.

Solo's new and Improved Temu Bloodline.

All I could think about when I was watching this was. My god Talla Loa is one big guy. I'm 7f, so this guy must be at least 6f8. Wow he's big.

Fraxiom vs Andrade And Rey Fenix.

I liked this. The Match had a flow that was well balanced, as it showcased the fascinating styles of Mexico, and Britain. Andrade got the win for his team.

Jacob Fatu And Jimmy vs Solo Sikoa And JC Mateo.

I didn't like this. The Match felt predictable, and a bit flat, especially when it drew to a close, when Jacob got put through the announcers table. Jacob and Jimmy got the win.

Overview of Friday Night Smackdown.

Now that the 2 hour format has been restored, normal service has resumed for WWE's blue brand. The show had it's moments, and considering the fact that the 3 hour format was butchered to the point that it had lowered the Blue brands bar, this is a stark reminder, that if you want something good, you have to put up with some rain.

This weeks WWE Friday Night Smackdown is a 7/10.


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