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'WWE SmackDown' Live Results: CM Punk Returns to Chicago, Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins Join

Originally posted on Athlon Sports
By Fernando Quiles Jr. | Last updated Apr 4, 2025 8:23 PM ET

"WWE SmackDown" is back home after a three-week tour in Europe.

Friday's episode of the blue brand will emanate from the All State Arena in Chicago. CM Punk will be greeted by his hometown fans after dropping a bombshell reveal last week. Punk has been guaranteed the main event spot on night one of "WrestleMania 41," but that isn't the favor owed to him from Paul Heyman. Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins will also appear on "Friday Night SmackDown."

Also set for the show will be a No. 1 contender match for the WWE United States Championship. Jacob Fatu will go one-on-one with Braun Strowman. Last week, Fatu cost Strowman his title match against LA Knight. Since Fatu also attacked Knight last week, the titleholder might get involved.

Tonight the OTC returns to Chicago.
Tune in, and Acknowledge Me. ☝#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/rHb2i72Ov6
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) April 4, 2025

Speaking of No. 1 contender matches, the Motor City Machine Guns will collide with DIY for a shot at the WWE Tag Team Championship. The current titleholders are The Street Profits, and they will be watching closely.

Plus, a big promotional debut is scheduled for Friday. Former AEW star Rey Fenix will be in action in a WWE ring for the first time. His opponent has not been revealed.

Naomi delivered cheap shots to B-Fab and Michin during last week's episode of "WWE SmackDown" due to their association with Jade Cargill. B-Fab will look to give Naomi her comeuppance in a singles match.

"Friday Night SmackDown" will begin at 8 p.m. ET and it'll air live on USA Network. Live updates will be added here throughout the show.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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