WWE SmackDown Outcome, Victors, and Evaluations on May 9, 2025
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WWE SmackDown announced John Cena's final hurrah in Dayton, OH with the Undisputed WWE Championship on the line, promising a genuine champion for the last time. As Cena teeters on retirement, a rather heated showdown against Randy Orton awaits them at Backlash 2025.
The event featured LA Knight and Damian Priest going head-to-head with Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa, while Carmelo Hayes faced Aleister Black. A main event clash between Jade Cargill and Nia Jax took place to crown the No. 1 Contender for the Women's Championship.
Last week’s SmackDown garnered 1.406 million viewers, marking a 12% drop from the previous week.
WWE SmackDown Ratings Breakdown- May 2, 2025 | 1.406 million- April 25, 2025 | 1.599 million- April 18, 2025 | 1.741 million- April 11, 2025 | 1.551 million- April 4, 2025 | 1.578 million
Take a look at WWE SmackDown’s latest results on May 9, 2025:
- LA Knight and Damian Priest def. Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa
- Alexa Bliss and Zelina Vega def. Chelsea Green and Piper Niven
- Nia Jax def. Jade Cargill | Women’s Championship No. 1 Contender's Match
- Fraxiom def. The Street Profits
- Aleister Black def. Carmelo Hayes
- Andrade and Rey Fenix def. Los Garza
Ticket Sales for WWE SmackDown
Venue: Nutter Center (Dayton, OH)Total Tickets Distributed: 9,878Remaining Tickets: 241
SmackDown Highlights, Winners, and Grades
- LA Knight and Damian Priest Def. Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa
LA Knight and Damian Priest clashed in a battle for unity, but the partnership proved strained with their ongoing squabbles. La Knight scored a pinfall against Solo Sikoa, but the two allies came to blows immediately afterward.
- Alexa Bliss and Zelina Vega Def. Chelsea Green and Piper Niven
Despite virtually no reaction for Zelina Vega, the homecoming of Alexa Bliss ignited a massive pop. Fans shouted for Bliss as she returned to avenge her opponent, wrapping up a hard-fought victory.
- Charlotte Flair Storms Out of Dayton
Charlotte Flair, reveling in her villainous role, declared that she boasted the greatest women's match in WrestleMania history despite being sidelined for two years. Flair flaunted her intent to recapture the Women's Championship and chastised the Dayton crowd for booing her. In a fit of frustration, she slammed the microphone and stalked away.
- Nia Jax Def. Jade Cargill
Nia Jax set foot onto the ring wearing an outfit reminiscent of Cowboy Carter, challenging Jade Cargill for the Women's Championship bout. Fans reacted loudly as Naomi attacked Tiffany Stratton, granting Jade the opportunity to recover and secure the win with a Senton Splash followed by an Annihilator.
- Fraxiom Def. The Street Profits
Fans embraced the Street Profits, particularly after their shoutouts to Ohio. However, the crowd turned lukewarm towards newcomer Fraxiom. A future title match against The Street Profits was teased after the bout.
- Aleister Black Def. Carmelo Hayes
Aleister Black returned with a heartfelt vignette addressing his time away, expressing his transformation from the enigmatic voiceless Black. Carmelo Hayes made an entrance flaunting the gold “Andre the Giant” chain as a tribute to his Andre Memorial Battle Royal victory.
- Andrade and Rey Fenix Def. Los Garza
Rey Fenix stepped into the ring for a standing ovation after unleashing a barrage of spectacular moves on Los Garza. Andrade followed suit, impressing the audience with his energy and showcasing an electrifying match. Humberto and Santos Escobar's tension continued to mount during the bout, foreshadowing future tensions to unfold.
- John Cena Buries Randy Orton, Suffer Two RKOs
Accompanied by Mark Nash, Cena introduced himself as the GOAT, leaving out the last real champion moniker. Cena targeted Randy Orton in a charged-up promo, dissing the Apex Predator's career. Though a phony Orton thwarted Cena's attack, the genuine article retaliated with two RKOs, leaving the DAYTON stage set for an intense Backlash face-off.
[1] Source: wrestlinginc.com
[2] Source: bbc.com
- In the WWE Smackdown event, the tag team match between LA Knight and Damian Priest, and their opponents, barely managed to maintain unity as a post-match brawl broke out between the two allies.
- The ticket sales for WWE Smackdown, held at the Nutter Center in Dayton, OH, exceeded 9,600 tickets but still have 241 remaining.
- The sports show welcomed back Alexa Bliss, who garnered a massive pop from the audience, securing a victory despite Zelina Vega's barely noticeable presence.
