John Cena’s retirement was formally announced by WWE on the August 12 broadcast of WWE RAW. Following Roman Reigns’ return to WWE SmackDown on August 9 and his confrontation with The Bloodline, this news was made. Reigns made his first SmackDown appearance after he had been away from the show for a while, starting after WWE SummerSlam. Tensions are high with Reigns’ return, and the plot involving him and The Bloodline remains a major emphasis.
Reigns confronted his family last week, and things once more descended into violence.
Updated 8/16 WWE SmackDown card
Here is the corrected card:
- Nia Jax WWE Women’s Championship Celebration, which “Princess Tiffy” is hosting Tiffany
- Blair Davenport vs. Naomi
- #1 WWE Tag Team Championship Contender’s Match: The Street Profits vs. #DIY
- Gary Payton vs. Grayson Waller
Roman Reigns said that when WWE SmackDown airs on Friday, WrestleZone will cover it.