WWE has scheduled four key bouts for the Friday, October 10 SmackDown event in Perth, Australia, which serves as the final show before the highly anticipated Crown Jewel pay-per-view next Saturday. Central to the evening will be United States Champion Sami Zayn’s open title defense, maintaining focus on the WWE SmackDown Crown Jewel storyline.
Sami Zayn to Defend United States Championship Once Again
Following his recent successful defense against Aleister Black, where Damian Priest played a crucial role, Sami Zayn will issue another open challenge for the United States Championship on the upcoming SmackDown. This ongoing rivalry ties into the broader narrative heading into Crown Jewel.
Prisoner’s Feud Escalates with Last Man Standing Clash
The intense dispute between Damian Priest and Aleister Black is set to intensify with a Last Man Standing match announced for the show. This brutal contest adds considerable tension and promises a dramatic buildup leading into next weekend’s events.
Tag Team Titles and Women’s Division Battles Highlight Card
The WWE Tag Team Championship will be defended by The Wyatt Sicks, Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis, against top contenders The Street Profits, Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins. Additionally, a women’s tag team match features Giulia and Kiana James facing Tiffany Stratton and Stephanie Vaquer, who themselves are scheduled to clash at Crown Jewel.
Full Match Card for SmackDown on October 10
- United States Champion Sami Zayn defends in an open challenge
- Last Man Standing match: Damian Priest vs. Aleister Black
- WWE Tag Team Champions Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis defend against Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins
- Giulia and Kiana James vs. Tiffany Stratton and Stephanie Vaquer
Significance of the Perth Show Ahead of Crown Jewel
This SmackDown event in Perth serves as a critical platform to heighten drama and resolve ongoing feuds before the Crown Jewel pay-per-view. Sami Zayn’s open challenge is expected to draw intense attention, while other contests will test alliances and rivalries, shaping the narrative momentum for WWE’s major upcoming event.
