Welcome to the recap of WWE SmackDown Episode 1450, where we’ll take a look at all the action and drama that unfolded on this week’s episode. From shocking returns to intense matches, this episode had it all. So let’s dive in and relive all the excitement!
The Return of Brock Lesnar
The show kicked off with a bang as the music of Brock Lesnar hit and the crowd went wild. The Beast Incarnate made his way to the ring, accompanied by his advocate Paul Heyman. Lesnar had been absent from WWE for a few months, and his return was met with a mix of cheers and boos from the audience.
Heyman took the mic and hyped up Lesnar’s return, claiming that he was back to reclaim his spot as the top dog in WWE. Lesnar then took the mic and issued a challenge to the current Universal Champion, Roman Reigns. He declared that he wanted a shot at the title and was willing to do whatever it takes to get it.
A Fiery Promo from Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns wasted no time in responding to Lesnar’s challenge. He made his way to the ring, accompanied by his cousins, The Usos. Reigns and Lesnar exchanged heated words, with Reigns claiming that Lesnar was no longer the top dog in WWE and that he was the one who ran the show now.
The tension between the two men was palpable, and it was clear that this was going to be a highly anticipated match. Reigns accepted Lesnar’s challenge and declared that he would defend his title against him at the next pay-per-view event.
A Tag Team Showdown
The first match of the night saw The Street Profits take on The Dirty Dawgs (Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode) in a tag team match. The Street Profits dominated the match from the start, with their high-flying moves and impressive teamwork. However, The Dirty Dawgs managed to turn the tide and gain control of the match.
Just when it seemed like The Dirty Dawgs were going to secure the win, The Street Profits made a comeback and hit their signature move, the Cash Out, on Ziggler for the victory. The Street Profits celebrated their win, while The Dirty Dawgs were left fuming in the ring.
A Shocking Return
The next segment saw the return of Sasha Banks, who had been absent from WWE for several months. Banks made her way to the ring and declared that she was back and ready to reclaim her spot as the top woman in WWE. She then issued a challenge to the current SmackDown Women’s Champion, Bianca Belair.
Belair made her way to the ring, and the two women engaged in a war of words. Banks claimed that she was the rightful champion and that Belair had only won the title because she wasn’t around. Belair fired back, stating that she had beaten Banks fair and square at WrestleMania and that she was ready to do it again.
A Hard-Hitting Match
The next match of the night saw Shinsuke Nakamura take on Apollo Crews for the Intercontinental Championship. The match was hard-hitting and intense, with both men giving it their all. Crews had the upper hand for most of the match, using his strength and power to dominate Nakamura.
However, Nakamura refused to back down and fought back with his signature strikes and submission moves. In the end, it was Nakamura who emerged victorious, hitting Crews with a Kinshasa for the win. Nakamura celebrated his victory, while Crews was left seething in the ring.
A Shocking Betrayal
The next segment saw Sami Zayn make his way to the ring, accompanied by his documentary crew. Zayn claimed that he had been the victim of a conspiracy and that he was going to expose the truth. He then proceeded to show footage of his former friend, Kevin Owens, talking to WWE officials about Zayn’s recent losses.
Zayn was furious and demanded an explanation from Owens, who made his way to the ring. Owens denied any involvement and claimed that Zayn was just paranoid. However, Zayn didn’t believe him and attacked Owens, revealing that he had been faking his friendship with Owens all along.
A Main Event Showdown
The main event of the night saw a six-man tag team match between The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos) and The Mysterios (Rey Mysterio, Dominik Mysterio, and Eddie Guerrero). The match was chaotic and action-packed, with all six men giving it their all.
In the end, it was The Bloodline who emerged victorious, with Reigns hitting Dominik with a spear for the win. The Bloodline celebrated their victory, while The Mysterios were left devastated in the ring.
Final Thoughts
WWE SmackDown Episode 1450 was an eventful and action-packed episode, with several shocking returns and intense matches. The stage has been set for some exciting matches in the future, including Brock Lesnar’s showdown with Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship. We can’t wait to see what happens next on WWE SmackDown!