Get ready for an explosive SmackDown preview, folks! We've got a stacked card for you on January 2, 2026, and it's going to be a wild ride. The Scottish Warrior, Drew McIntyre, is about to unleash his plan for a 3 Stages of Hell Match against Cody Rhodes, and you won't want to miss this!
But here's where it gets controversial... McIntyre, known for his intense and unpredictable nature, will reveal the stipulations for this match. Will he bring a new level of chaos to the ring? Find out on SmackDown, live this Friday at 8 ET/7 CT on USA.
In another highly anticipated match, Damian Priest and Aleister Black are set to write a brutal new chapter in their volatile rivalry. The Ambulance Match promises to be an intense and unforgiving battle. Can Priest force Black into the ambulance, or will Black find a way to escape? Don't miss this explosive encounter!
And this is the part most people miss... Giulia, the former Women's United States Champion, aims to reclaim her title from the opportunistic Chelsea Green. Who will start the new year as champion? Will Giulia's experience prevail, or will Green's cunning tactics pay off? Tune in to find out!
The Women's Tag Team division is heating up, and we've got a special Eight-Women Tag Team Match lined up. Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY team up with the legendary Charlotte Flair and the unpredictable Alexa Bliss to take on the formidable WWE Women's Tag Team Champions, The Kabuki Warriors, and their allies, Nia Jax and Lash Legend. This match is a true test of strength and strategy.
Mark your calendars for January 2, 2026, and join us on SmackDown as we kick off the new year with a bang! Don't miss the action, the drama, and the unexpected twists. See you there, wrestling fans!
