WWE SmackDown 01/17 Results: Solo Sikoa Returns, Women’s Championship Match, And More

On Friday night, USA Network will broadcast another live episode of WWE SmackDown, direct from the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California. You can check out live coverage of the show starting at 8 PM, here at Wrestling Notícias.

Official card:

• Solo Sikoa will make his first appearance after losing Ula Fala to Roman Reigns;
• Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Bayley – WWE Women’s Championship Match;
• Bianca Belair & Naomi (c) vs. Nia Jax & Candice LeRae – WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Match;
• Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin & Alex Shelley) vs. Los Garza (Angel & Berto);

Live coverage:

Wade Barrett and Joe Tessitore begin the broadcast directly from backstage as they make their way into the arena. From the internal areas, some of the night’s protagonists arrive: Tiffany Stratton, Bayley, Jimmy Uso, and Carmelo Hayes.

Rey Mysterio opens tonight’s show. The masked superstar receives a huge reception from the audience, greeting fans, especially children, during his path to the ring.

With microphone in hand, Mysterio hears the “619” chants coming from the crowd. The veteran welcomes everyone to Friday Night SmackDown and announces his participation in the Royal Rumble Match. In his return, he recalls his victory in 2006, when he entered as the second participant and earned a shot at the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XXII.

Mysterio mentions some of his potential opponents in the Royal Rumble: Drew McIntyre, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and John Cena. Finally, he remembers dedicating his 2006 victory to Eddie Guerrero.

Kevin Owens interrupts the segment, entering with the Winged Eagle Championship. The Canadian apologizes for the interruption and expresses his respect for Mysterio, citing him as one of the names he admires most in pro-wrestling.

In his speech, Owens recalls his memorable WrestleMania moments: the match against Stone Cold and winning the Tag Team Championship with Sami Zayn. Now, with his dream title in hand, he reveals that something is missing in his career: a singles match against Mysterio.

The champion enters the ring and expresses his hope for Mysterio’s victory in the Royal Rumble, hoping to be the champion chosen for the WrestleMania challenge.

Mysterio responds by pointing out that Owens is not the champion, but Cody Rhodes is. The veteran agrees to face him if he defeats Rhodes. Owens reacts furiously, proclaiming himself the true champion.

Mysterio compares Owens’ attitude to Drew McIntyre and his son Dominik. The Canadian attempts an attack with the title, but Mysterio dodges and strikes his legs, dropping him on the second rope. Before the “619” execution, Owens escapes outside the ring, retreating up the ramp while shouting that he’s nothing like Dominik.

Backstage, Bianca Belair talks with Naomi about the investigation into Jade Cargill’s attacker, still with no updates. The two plan their revenge against Candice LeRae and Nia Jax for the interference that cost them a title opportunity last week. Naomi gives Belair advice about her braid before they head to the ring.

Backstage, Nick Aldis grants Rey Mysterio’s request and schedules a match against Kevin Owens for tonight. Cody Rhodes joins the conversation, receiving a special contract for Saturday Night’s Main Event from the General Manager.

Rhodes asks if Owens has already signed the document, receiving a negative response from Aldis. The “American Nightmare” returns the contract, stating that he will only sign after Kevin Owens does.

Tag Team Match: WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Bianca Belair and Naomi vs. Nia Jax and Candice LeRae
– Naomi lands a “Full Nelson Bomb” on LeRae, followed by a pinfall.

In an exclusive interview with Byron Saxton in an empty arena, Bayley talks about her WWE Women’s Championship match against Tiffany Stratton in her hometown, which is sold out. The challenger recalls how the champion won the title through betrayal.

Backstage, Chelsea Green and Piper Niven burst into the women’s locker room demanding recognition from B-Fab and Michin for their title. B-Fab confronts Green about her dependency on Niven to win matches. After Niven intervenes in the argument, B-Fab leaves to find Nick Aldis to request a match against the Scottish wrestler.

Singles Match: Jimmy Uso vs. Carmelo Hayes
– Jimmy wins via DQ after being attacked by Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu.

Tonga and Fatu attack Jimmy Uso in succession, until Carmelo Hayes joins the attack. Fatu intercepts Hayes with a Clothesline and finishes Jimmy with a Running Umaga. Solo Sikoa arrives at the ring after the area is cleared.

The leader receives the microphone from Fatu but is booed by the crowd. Fatu demands silence from the audience when Sikoa speaks. The boos continue after the microphone is returned, leading Sikoa to abandon the ring and leave through the fans, leaving his companions perplexed.

Fatu expresses his displeasure with the public’s lack of respect. LA Knight emerges to confront Fatu and Tonga, but the numerical advantage prevails. Braun Strowman appears to even the odds, dominating Tonga. The Monster Among Men advances against Fatu, who retreats backstage with his partner.
Backstage, Santos Escobar congratulates Los Garza on their victory from last week. Angel and Berto head off to face the Motor City Machine Guns, followed by Elektra Lopez after guidance from Escobar.

WWE Tag Team Championship – #1 Contender’s Match: Los Garza (Angel & Berto) c/ Santos Escobar and Elektra Lopez vs. Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin & Alex Shelley)
– Sabin e Shelley lands a “Skull and Bones” on Berto, followed by a pinfall.

Nick Aldis looks for Kevin Owens backstage to sign the Saturday Night’s Main Event contract. The Canadian notices Cody Rhodes’ signature is missing from the document and refuses the proposal, heading off for his match of the night.

Nick Aldis looks for Kevin Owens backstage to sign the Saturday Night’s Main Event contract. The Canadian notices Cody Rhodes’ signature is missing from the document and refuses the proposal, heading off for his match of the night.

Singles Match: B-Fab vs. Piper Niven c/ WWE Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green
– Niven lands a “Miuchinoku Driver” on B-Fab, followed by a pinfall.

Chelsea Green and Piper Niven attack B-Fab backstage. Michin arrives with a kendo stick to defend her partner and drive away the heels.

WWE airs a tribute video to Bob Uecker, recently deceased Hall of Fame member, followed by a package showing Tiffany Stratton’s cash-in for the WWE Women’s Championship.

In an interview with Byron Saxton, Stratton celebrates her historic moment. The champion acknowledges Bayley’s good year but reaffirms her dominance with her catchphrase “It’s Tiffy Time”.

Victoria and Aaliyah Mysterio are spotted in the front row for the next match.

Singles Match: Kevin Owens vs. Rey Mysterio
– Owens lands a “Pop-Up Powerbomb” on Mysterio, followed by a pinfall.

Kevin Owens helps Rey Mysterio get up and offers a handshake, but reverses it into a kick followed by an Underhook. Cody Rhodes appears to confront the Canadian, but is restrained by officials. Owens retrieves the Winged Eagle Championship and celebrates among the crowd, while the American Nightmare watches from the ring.

Backstage, Nick Aldis confronts Cody Rhodes about the situation with Kevin Owens. The General Manager announces that both must surrender their titles at Saturday Night’s Main Event, where they will also sign the contract. Shawn Michaels will host the segment.

Pretty Deadly encounters #DIY backstage, where Tommaso Ciampa challenges the Brits to defend their titles when they stop being a joke. Apollo Crews reinforces his previous warnings to Kit Wilson and Elton Prince, who ignore him and leave the area.

Johnny Gargano violently attacks Apollo Crews, warning him not to interfere in their business.

Roxanne Perez appears seated in the front row to watch the night’s main event.

WWE Women’s Championship Match: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Bayley
– Stratton lands a “Prettiest Moonsault Ever” on Bayley, followed by a pinfall.

End of show.