WWE has officially announced that SmackDown will expand to a three-hour format starting January 3, 2025.
The show will continue to air every Friday at 8 p.m. ET on USA Network, with the extended runtime offering fans more action and drama.
This change aligns with WWE’s plans to shake up its programming in the new year. The announcement comes as WWE implements broader updates, including Monday Night RAW’s transition to Netflix, although RAW’s runtime details remain undisclosed.
The first three-hour SmackDown episode will broadcast from Phoenix, Arizona.
Speaking of SmackDown, WWE taped tonight’s episode of SmackDown last week. Below are the spoilers:
– The Bloodline cut a promo, but Drew McIntyre interrupted. When tensions escalated, McIntyre escaped through the crowd.
– The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu & Tama Tonga) def. LA Knight, Andrade, and Apollo Crews
– Kevin Owens cut a promo on Cody Rhodes.
– Braun Strowman, dressed as Santa Claus, appeared on The Grayson Waller Effect. This led to a rematch against Carmelo Hayes.
– Carmelo Hayes def. Braun Strowman
– WWE Tag Team Champion Johnny Gargano def. Alex Shelley
– Bianca Belair & Naomi (c) def. WWE Women’s Champion Nia Jax & Candice LeRae to retain the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship
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