Paxley defeats Michin with Cemetery Drive
Summary
– Tatum Paxley defeated Michin in her SmackDown debut
– Paxley survived several strong attacks before mounting her comeback
– Cemetery Drive secured the victory ahead of Sunday Night’s Main Event
Tatum Paxley made an immediate impression on the August 28 episode of SmackDown, defeating Michin in her official debut on the blue brand. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Paxley had Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair at ringside, while B-Fab and Jade Cargill accompanied Michin. The surrounding alliances added another layer to the match, with the two sides already preparing for an upcoming six-woman showdown.
Michin used her experience to control portions of the match and welcomed Paxley to SmackDown with a hard kick. She later connected with a sit-down powerbomb that came close to ending Paxley’s debut with a loss.
Paxley showed the athleticism that made her stand out in NXT, countering Michin’s submission attempts and using a combination of agility and power to stay in the fight.
Michin eventually looked for the Styles Clash, but Paxley escaped with a backdrop before connecting with a rolling kick that rocked her opponent.
Paxley then delivered Cemetery Drive and covered Michin for the three-count, earning a victory in her first SmackDown match.
The result gives Paxley momentum heading toward Sunday Night’s Main Event, where she is scheduled to team with Charlotte and Alexa against Jade, Michin, and B-Fab.
