WWE SmackDown Live Season 27 Episode 21 - #1394 - Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY

Airdate: 2026-May-22

Episode summary:

How will Gunther respond one week before challenging The American Nightmare for the title at WWE Clash in Italy?WWE Women's Champion Rhea Ripley is set to kick off SmackDown tonight to answer Jade Cargill's challenge for a rematch for the title at WWE Clash in Italy. Brace yourself for The Eradicator, tonight.Tiffany Stratton will issue a Women's United States Championship Open Challenge. Who will step into the spotlight to attempt to stop Tiffy Time?After returning to SmackDown to defeat Ricky Saints last week, Carmelo Hayes has a message for United States Champion Trick Williams and Lil Yachty.Shinsuke Nakamura has been planting dissent in the mind of Tama Tonga for some time. Tonight, The Artist will go one-on-one with the dangerous Tonga. 

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 >