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After R-Truth and Damian Priest lost the WWE Tag Team Championships, Priest turned his back on the veteran and betrayed him. R-Truth got some measure of revenge by attacking Priest backstage last week. This has set the tone for a singles bout between the former partners on SmackDown tonight.
WWE SmackDown will present the October 16 episode of the show from Sacramento, California. The event will present the fallout from the Money in the Bank 2026 PLE. Two major singles matches have been announced for tonight’s SmackDown. So, here is an in-depth look into tonight’s SmackDown, start timings, confirmed match card, and how to watch the show.
Plus, a major confrontation is set for the show.
The tensions between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton have been at an all-time high since the road to WrestleMania 42. Most recently, Orton cost Rhodes a chance to qualify for the 2026 Men’s Money in the Bank ladder match, missing out on a huge opportunity. Therefore, Rhodes demanded this confrontation, and it will take place on tonight’s episode of SmackDown.