WWE SmackDown heats up with championship ambitions and new rivalries

Summary

– Michin is ready to seize the opportunity for the Women’s U.S. Title amid uncertain competition

– Carmelo Hayes confronts Cody Rhodes next week following a heated exchange

– Andrade issues a bold challenge to Shinsuke Nakamura over U.S. Title aspirations

Michin’s determined mindset shines as she prepares for her chance at the inaugural Women’s U.S. Championship. With Jade Cargill out of the match and an unknown replacement yet to be announced, Michin remains unfazed. “We stay ready, so we don’t gotta get ready,” she confidently stated. She emphasized her drive to prove herself against WWE’s best, aiming to make history.

Meanwhile, Carmelo Hayes faces the fallout from a backstage confrontation with Cody Rhodes. After provoking the Undisputed WWE Champion, Hayes finds himself in a one-on-one match against the American Nightmare on next week’s SmackDown. Hayes didn’t shy away from calling out Cody, suggesting that Cody’s issues with Kevin Owens led to misplaced anger toward him.

Adding to the night’s drama, Andrade expressed frustration over Shinsuke Nakamura’s recent actions, targeting LA Knight and the U.S. Championship. Declaring his intentions to challenge Knight for the title, Andrade directly challenged Nakamura, calling for a match next week.

Next week’s SmackDown promises high-stakes action as Michin battles for championship gold, Hayes seeks to prove himself against Rhodes, and Andrade looks to settle scores with Nakamura.