The WWE has revealed fresh updates ahead of this Friday’s SmackDown show in Cincinnati, Ohio, as part of its ongoing road to WWE Crown Jewel: Perth. The event will feature notable WWE SmackDown Cincinnati updates including two newly added matches and a special segment involving key superstars.
Among the confirmed additions are a match between Damian Priest and an opponent to be announced, as well as United States Champion Sami Zayn issuing an open challenge for his title against an unnamed contender. WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton will also make an appearance, signaling her intent to confront Stephanie Vaquer as the Crown Jewel event approaches.
Confirmed Main Event and Star Lineup
Already advertised for the Cincinnati card is the tag-team main event starring Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton against the duo of Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. This high-profile matchup is expected to draw significant attention from fans tuning in for WWE SmackDown Cincinnati updates.
WWE’s official Twitter account featured a message from Randy Orton ahead of the event, stating,
“Built on Legacy. See you tomorrow… #SmackDown”
to express anticipation for the upcoming show.
Importance of This Episode on WWE’s Road to Crown Jewel
This Cincinnati edition of SmackDown serves as an important stop in the build-up to WWE Crown Jewel: Perth, with multiple storylines advancing. The inclusion of open challenges and championship appearances hints at potential title changes and fresh rivalries, setting the stage for heightened excitement as the company moves closer to its international event.
Built on Legacy.
See you tomorrow… #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Tdd3kyvXoQ
— Randy Orton (@RandyOrton) October 2, 2025
