Below are a couple of top WWE news stories of the day, involving SummerSlam and SmackDown.
• Fans are eagerly looking forward to WWE’s next Big 4 PLE: SummerSlam, which is scheduled for Saturday, August 3rd, at the iconic Cleveland Browns Stadium.
One of the marquee matchups includes Nia Jax challenging for the WWE Women’s Championship, currently held by Bayley. Another significant bout will see Gunther going after the World Heavyweight Championship, currently held by Damian Priest.
In addition to these exciting title matches, WWE has been setting the stage for Cody Rhodes’ next major storyline. Recently, Rhodes has been involved in heated exchanges with members of The Bloodline, building up anticipation for his upcoming battles.
The Wrestling Observer revealed that Cody Rhodes versus Solo Sikoa for the Undisputed WWE Championship is the currently planned main event of SummerSlam 2024.
This match took place in the main event of SmackDown this past Friday, but ended in a DQ when Tama Tonga & Tonga Loa attacked Rhodes. Jacob Fatu debuted after the match and assaulted Cody.
Cody later revealed that he suffered 2 broken ribs from Fatu’s attack.
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• WWE is known for its dynamic environment, constantly evolving with new promotions and shifts within its ranks. Recently, Friday Night SmackDown welcomed a new head writer, marking a significant change in its creative team.
According to a report by Fightful Select, John Swikata, a veteran WWE creative writer, has been promoted to lead writer for SmackDown. This change was confirmed by multiple sources within the company, indicating a new era for the blue brand. Swikata takes over from Ryan Callahan, who has parted ways with WWE.
Though not widely known in the public sphere, Swikata has been a senior writer with WWE for several years. His low profile is highlighted by the scarce mentions in media, with one notable reference being a 2014 tweet from Road Dogg. Despite the lack of public information, Swikata’s impact on the creative direction of SmackDown is already being felt.
A source within WWE highlighted Swikata’s influence, pointing to the creative direction of the most recent Friday night show. The June 21st edition of SmackDown stood out as a particularly memorable episode, with many backstage considering it one of the most significant since WrestleMania 40.
