WWE SmackDown Dublin: Results, Confrontations, and ⁢Road‌ to​ Clash ​at the Paris 2025

Dublin, Ireland – WWE’s European tour kicked off with a compelling episode of SmackDown at⁢ the 3Arena in Dublin on August 22nd. The event was marked by heated exchanges, surprising alliances, and significant developments as the company builds ⁤toward Clash at the ​Paris ⁣2025.

Becky Lynch⁣ and⁤ Tiffany Stratton Clash

The show opened with Intercontinental champion Becky Lynch addressing the Dublin crowd, expressing⁢ mixed feelings‌ about⁤ performing in her home country. Lynch voiced frustration with the audience’s perceived lack of support, ​despite her ‌numerous ⁢accomplishments. She ‍highlighted her⁤ historic WrestleMania main event and triumphant ⁢writing career, asserting her status as the greatest wrestler of all‍ time.

Tiffany Stratton interrupted​ Lynch, dismissing her and asserting⁤ her dominance. The situation escalated with the arrival of ​Nia Jax, who attacked Stratton. Lynch joined the fray, but Jade Cargill ‍intervened, aiding Stratton. This led to an declaration from Nick ⁤Aldis: Lynch and Jax would team ‍up to face Stratton and Cargill in ​the‌ night’s main event.

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Tag Team Action and Behind-the-Scenes ‌Tension

Prior to the tag​ team match, Axiom ⁣offered Carmelo Hayes respect, while Nathan Frazer cautioned him⁢ about‍ The Miz. A confrontation ensued,⁣ with Hayes emphasizing The Miz’s experience​ and perceived⁣ intelligence.

Melo Don’t Miz​ vs.Motor‍ City Machine Guns

Carmelo Hayes and The Miz, competing as “Melo Don’t Miz,” faced ‌off⁢ against alex​ Shelley and Chris Sabin of‌ the Motor City Machine ⁣Guns. The match concluded with‌ a controversial finish, as ‌The Miz​ capitalized on a distraction and secured the win after​ Hayes and ⁢The Miz argued.

Solo⁣ Sikoa and Sami Zayn ⁢Confrontation

A backstage segment featured Jimmy Uso ‍interacting with Sami Zayn and​ Solo⁣ Sikoa. Sikoa attempted to establish a familial bond with Uso,​ prompting a dismissive⁣ response. ⁤Zayn challenged Sikoa to focus on his​ championship pursuits, hinting at a future challenge.

Piper Niven Defeats ⁣Charlotte flair

Piper Niven, accompanied by Chelsea Green ​and Alba Fyre, battled Charlotte Flair⁢ in ⁣a⁢ singles match. The contest‌ ended with ‌Niven ​securing⁤ the victory after​ a distraction from Fyre and interference⁤ from Green, exploiting a weakness in Flair’s defense.

john ‌Cena and Logan Paul Exchange Words

John Cena‍ took ‌to the ⁣ring, but his attempt to⁤ address the crowd ⁢was interrupted by Logan Paul.‍ Paul criticized the ​Dublin⁣ fans, claiming they where slow to accept him despite his four years with the ‍company. He accused Cena ⁢of simply reciting lines dictated by WWE management, ‍while​ he remained authentic.

Cena acknowledged Paul’s ‍athletic ability but expressed annoyance at‌ his perceived self-promotion.⁣ He contrasted Paul’s ‌relatively recent‍ entry into wrestling with his own ‍two decades of dedication, highlighting‍ his commitment to the sport beyond televised events. Cena labeled‌ Paul a “parasite” who exploits opportunities⁣ from established wrestlers like Dominik Mysterio and ‍AJ Styles.

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The exchange culminated‌ in Cena delivering an⁢ Attitude Adjustment to Paul, setting the⁤ stage for their​ upcoming match at Clash at the Paris 2025.

Street Profits​ Triumph

The ‌Street Profits ⁢(Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins),⁤ with B-Fab, emerged victorious against MFT (JC Mateo and Tonga Loa), accompanied by⁤ Size⁤ Tonga and Solo Sikoa. ⁢The match featured interference from Talla Tonga, leading to a⁢ chaotic ‍brawl ⁣that spilled into the crowd. Sami Zayn intervened,‍ attacking Sikoa with ⁣a Helluva Kick, while Ford secured the win for the Street⁢ Profits with a Frog Splash.

Aleister⁣ Black and R-Truth Chaos

A segment involving Aleister ⁤Black was disrupted by the unexpected appearance of R-Truth, who‌ mistakenly ⁢traveled to⁣ Dublin, Georgia,⁣ rather of Dublin,⁣ Ireland.‌ A confrontation with Damian Priest ensued, escalating into a physical altercation.

Randy Orton Attacks Drew McIntyre

Drew‍ McIntyre, at​ the ⁤commentator’s table, challenged Cody‌ rhodes, but received no response.‍ He then confronted Rhodes in​ the ring, boasting about his past⁤ victories.⁣ suddenly, Randy Orton appeared and delivered a RKO to ‌McIntyre.

smackdown Lyon Preview

Next​ week’s SmackDown in Lyon will feature Solo Sikoa defending the United States Championship against ⁢Sami‍ Zayn,a ⁢tag ​team match⁣ between The miz and Carmelo Hayes and the Street Profits⁤ for a shot at the tag‍ team titles,and ⁤a defense ⁤of the Women’s Tag team​ Championship‍ by Alexa Bliss ‍and Charlotte Flair against Alba Fyre and ​Piper Niven.

Main​ Event: Stratton ‌and Cargill Defeat Lynch‍ and Jax

The main ‍event ⁤saw Tiffany Stratton and ⁣jade Cargill defeat Becky Lynch and Nia Jax.Cargill secured the victory with a Frog ⁢Splash⁤ after ​Stratton executed a Moonsault.

Following the match, Logan Paul attacked John Cena‍ backstage, ⁣bringing the ⁣show to a dramatic close.

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