5 Things Triple H Got Right on WWE SmackDown This Week

The latest epsiode of SmackDown emanated from Boston, Massachusetts, bringing an action-packed night for the fans. Amid the electric atmosphere of TD Garden, WWE delivered a blockbuster show filled with several incredible matches and explosive segments. Triple H also pulled off some big suprises as fans witnessed two shocking title changes on the same night.

For the first time in a long time, Friday Night SmackDown brought a fresh energy that reinvigorated the show. Every match felt vital and every segment carried big implications. From Kevin Owens tearing CM Punk apart in his promo to Chelsea Green’s emotional opening segment, there were plenty of noteworthy moments on the show that became talking points.

Here are five things Triple H got right on WWE SmackDown this week:

#5. The MFT capturing the WWE Tag Team Titles

This week on SmackDown, Damian Priest and R-Truth defended the WWE Tag Team Championship in a huge multi-person tag team match against War Raiders and the MFT. It was a fast-paced match with fans witnessing several jaw-dropping spots and hard-hitting sequences. But Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga eventually shocked everyone by capturing the coveted titles.

Triple H made a brilliant decision by crowning MFT the new WWE Tag Team Champions. The group’s momentum has skyrocketed since Haku joined, giving the Tongan brothers a refreshed identity and a newfound intensity. Putting the tag titles on Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga would therefore bolster their credibility and make the MFT look like the most dominant force on the SmackDown roster.

#4. Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton’s all-out brawl

The mainevent of SmackDown witnessed absolute pandemonium as a major brawl broke out on the show. Cody Rhodes was supposed to face Sami Zayn in a one-on-one match. However, Randy Orton showed up out of nowhere and unleashed an unhinged attack on The American Nightmare. The two superstars turned the entire arena into a battleground, brawling everywhere amid the crowd.

It was a pure, unadulterated display of animosity, with Orton and Rhodes intent on tearing each other apart. The angle was perfectly executed as it elevated this rivalry to a whole new level. What happened on the show last night adds another intense layer to this grueling feud. Besides, WWE closing the show with their brawl played a key role in indicating the magnitude of this storyline.

#3. Chelsea Green’s emotional resonance

Friday Night SmackDown kicked off with a highly emotional segment where Chelsea Green was urged to relinquish her title in the wake of her facial injury. The crowd was erratic with the entire crowd vociferously opposing it. With the WWE Universe rallied behind her, Green cut a deeply passionate promo. She spoke about how her good moments always get snatched away from her.

It was a promo that instantly elevated her as the biggest babyface on the roster. The amount of cheer and support Chelsea Green received was unfathomable. Triple H did not just showcase a mere segment; Hunter orchestrated a rich tapestry of emotions. The segment highlighted Green’s journey and the hard work it took for her to rise to the top. It also made her WWE Women’s Championship reign look quite prestigious and hard-earned.

#2. CM Punk and Kevin Owens digging each other’s past

CM Punk and Kevin Owens came face-to-face this week on SmackDown and it was absolute chills. The two superstars were involved in a war of words where they brutally dissected each other. Owens recalled an incident from his past, reflecting on a locker room moment from his Indy days that made him hate The Second City Saint. KO also said that CM Punk returned to WWE and mended fences because he did not have any other places to go.

The Best in the World also took jabs at Kevin Owens, stating that the latter had never evolved and had remained stuck in the past. The verbal exchange rapidly escalated as both men began tearing into each other’s integrity and career accomplishments. Triple H therefore did a remarkable job by showing such a segment, as it was exactly what’s needed to build up Punk and Owens’ upcoming Undisputed WWE Championship match

#1. Fatal Influence’s golden era begins on SmackDown

One of the biggest highlights of Friday Night SmackDown this week was the United States Championship match. Tiffany Stratton defended the coveted title against Jacy Jayne in a huge match. The two superstars delivered a great performance but the ending left everyone stunned. Jayne pulled off a shocking upset by beating Stratton to capture her first singles gold on the main roster.

This victory kicked off Fatal Influence’s gold rush on SmackDown. Jacy Jayne stood at the ramp raising the Women’s United States Championship while Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid stood beside her holding the Women’s Tag Team Championship. The faction that debuted just a few months ago was draped in gold, ushering a new era in the women’s division.