Sat Jul 05 03:10:00 UTC 2025: ## WWE SmackDown Recap: Alliances Form and Rivalries Explode!

**SmackDown, [Date]** – This week’s SmackDown was packed with action, unexpected alliances, and shocking betrayals, setting the stage for a heated lead-up to WWE Evolution and SummerSlam.

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**Bloodline Beef Intensifies:** Jacob Fatu and Jimmy Uso scored a victory over Solo Sikoa and JC Mateo in tag team action, but the celebration was short-lived. Talla Tonga and Tonga Loa launched a post-match attack, targeting all who oppose their increasingly powerful Bloodline faction. Sikoa’s group delivered a devastating powerbomb on Fatu through the announce table, leaving a lasting statement.

**McIntyre Returns, Orton Strikes:** The tension between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton escalated after Rhodes emerged victorious in the King of the Ring Final. Drew McIntyre’s return interrupted the rivalry, but Orton had the last laugh, delivering an RKO to the “Scottish Psychopath.” This promises a chaotic lead-up to Rhodes’ Undisputed WWE Championship match against John Cena at SummerSlam.

**Unexpected Alliance Secures Victory:** Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair, despite their differences, managed to overcome The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven & Alba Fyre) and B-Fab & Michin in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match. Their victory secured them a spot in the WWE Women’s Tag Team Title Fatal 4-Way Match at WWE Evolution. Flair’s calculated tag to Bliss following a Spear and Moonsault paved the way for Bliss to secure the win with Twisted Bliss.

**Wyatt Sicks Dominate, Gargano Betrays:** The Wyatt Sicks continued their reign of terror, defeating a team consisting of WWE Tag Team Champion Montez Ford, #DIY’s Johnny Gargano, Los Garza’s Berto, and Motor City Machine Guns’ Chris Sabin. Gargano shockingly abandoned his team at the last second, allowing Erick Rowan to secure the win with a Claw Slam. This victory puts The Wyatt Sicks in prime position for a shot at the WWE Tag Team Titles.

**Stratton Chooses Stratus:** WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton announced she will defend her title against WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus at WWE Evolution. This sets the stage for a potentially legendary encounter between the current champion and one of WWE’s all-time greats.

**Andrade & Fenix Continue to Impress:** The newly formed team of Andrade and Rey Fenix secured another impressive victory, this time against Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom). Their teamwork and individual skills proved to be a potent combination, handing Fraxiom their first loss on SmackDown.

**Backstage Brawl:** The show closed with a highlight reel showing Naomi attacking Jade Cargill backstage, further fueling their ongoing feud.

SmackDown continues to deliver intense in-ring action and compelling storylines, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as WWE Evolution and SummerSlam approach.

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