WWE SmackDown Live Season 27 Episode 19 - #1392 - VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, FL

Airdate: 2026-May-08

Episode summary:

Fatu is set to kick off SmackDown on Friday, one night before he challenges Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Backlash. Find out what bedlam will be unleashed.After a unleashing a surprise attack on Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes last week, Gunther will address the WWE Universe. Trick Williams will host a funeral for the Gingerbread Man one night before defending the United States Championship against Sami Zayn at WWE Backlash.WWE Women's Champion Rhea Ripley will stand united with Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss to attempt to quell the rising threat of Fatal Influence in a Six-Woman Tag Team Match.Stratton goes one-on-one against Kiana James in a showdown for the gold.Priest will be out for payback when he undertakes the monstrous task of battling Tonga one-on-one. 

About WWE SmackDown Live series:

Featuring a star-studded cast of WWE Superstars, SmackDown Live delivers a shot of adrenaline to viewers and bring fans over-the-top action, feats ...Show more >