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WWE SmackDown 10/24 Recap: Drew McIntyre Gets Payback on Cody Rhodes

Tonight’s episode of SmackDown emanates from Tempe, Arizona, as fans pack in the Mullett Arena for a show featured around Cody Rhodes and his continued feud with Drew McIntyre, the night before Arizona State takes on UH Cougars.

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Bron Breakker’s World Title Coronation Reportedly Planned for a Bigger Stage And Not Saturday Night’s Main Event

WWE’s 2025 journey has been nothing short of dramatic, especially when it comes to handling injuries to top stars. Fans will recall how Seth Rollins brilliantly outsmarted everyone at SummerSlam, faking a knee injury to cash in his Money in the Bank contract and reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / October 24

WWE SmackDown Results : McIntyre Takes Out Rhodes & Jimmy Uso, Jade Cargill Turns Heel

Drew McIntyre's long road to winning the WWE Championship for a third time in his career may be reaching its end. The Scottish Warrior picked up some major momentum Friday night on SmackDown in Tempe, Arizona.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 24

Title Grudge Match to Happen at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event (SNME) XLI

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event XLI is looking to be the biggest installment of the classic Premium Live Event. WWE SNME XLI already has two title matches on the card, with Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes defending against Drew McIntyre, as well as Jey Uso and CM Punk battling it out for the vacant WWE World Heavyweight Championship.

Jade Cargill News / Last Word On Sports / October 24

Jade Cargill Turns Heel on WWE SmackDown

Jade Cargill has been a force to be reckoned with since debuting in WWE. She has had success at WrestleMania, stand-out performances in the Royal Rumble, and captured WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship gold.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / October 24

Nic Nemeth Reveals How Vince McMahon Salvaged His MSG Bout with John Cena Back in December 2012

While Vince McMahon’s legacy may forever be clouded by his recent legal troubles, there is no denying that the former WWE CEO lived and breathed professional wrestling.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Jimmy Uso Makes Surprising 'Leashed Up' Admission Regarding Jey Uso

Jimmy and Jey Uso are widely regarded as one of the greatest tag teams in professional wrestling history. The duo rose to main event-level prominence as part of The Bloodline, under the leadership of "The Tribal Chief" Roman Reigns.

Chelsea Green News / Total Apex Sports / October 24

The Boogeyman Strikes Again: WWE Legend Terrifies Chelsea Green and Other Superstars in Halloween Prank Video

Look, I’ll be honest—when you think “Halloween” and “WWE,” The Boogeyman is probably one of the first things that pops into your head. And apparently, WWE agrees, because they’ve made it a tradition to unleash this creepy legend on unsuspecting superstars every spooky season.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / October 24

Matt Hardy Weighs In on Controversial Darby Allin and Jon Moxley Spot

Fish tank "drowning" spot in Allin-Moxley I Quit match drew widespread outrage. Matt Hardy said it's not the worst; Sarah Stock called it "attempted murder" and warned parents.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / October 24

WWE Reportedly Shook Up Plans For Upcoming Rhodes vs McIntyre Match

Did WWE make a significant change to its creative plans? The latest installment of WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event is set for November 1 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the card features two huge championship matches.

Jacob Fatu News / Athlon Sports / October 24

WWE SmackDown - October 24, 2025 - Who Attacked Jacob Fatu?

WWE SmackDown is live from the Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona, tonight. This is an important edition, just one week away from Saturday Night's Main Event.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / October 24

Nic Nemeth Reveals Reason Vince McMahon Paid $500,000 Fine For John Cena Match

Nic Nemeth has opened up about Vince McMahon paying an outrageous fine for one of John Cena’s matches. Cena’s retirement tour in WWE wraps up on December 13 at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C., with recent reports suggesting that former World Heavyweight Champion Gunther will be his final opponent.

Mercedes Mone News / Wrestling on SI / October 24

Mercedes Mone's Massive Independent Appearance Fee Revealed

Mercedes Mone has become a worldwide pro wrestling champion. She signed with AEW in 2024 and debuted with the company that spring. She's the longest reigning TBS Champion in company history — just surpassing Jade Cargill ahead of the WrestleDream PPV over the weekend.

Abdullah The Butcher News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24

WWE Hall of Famer Abdullah the Butcher hospitalized with ‘serious health issues’

Wrestling legend Abdullah the Butcher has reportedly been hospitalized as he battles serious health issues. Longtime wrestling promoter Steve Stasiak revealed in a statement on social media that Abdullah, whose real name is Lawrence Shreve, was hospitalized on Thursday night.

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Wrestling News / SportsInfo / October 24

10 WWE Superstars who have been out of action due to injuries in 2025

In the Men's Division, Seth Rollins, Kevin Owens, Chad Gable, Rey Mysterio, Gunther, and Jacob Fatu have suffered different injuries in 2025 In the Women's

Roman Reigns News / The Sportster / October 24

Roman Reigns & CM Punk Set To Team Up At WWE Survivor Series

Roman Reigns and CM Punk will reportedly still be involved in the Survivor Series WarGames match next month despite WWE being forced to change plans. Seth Rollins has vacated the World Heavyweight Championship after undergoing major shoulder surgery and this scuppered the idea of a possible Team Reigns or Punk vs Team Rollins WarGames match.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / October 24