Blake Monroe debuts on SmackDown with victory over Giulia

Blake Monroe made her official WWE SmackDown in-ring debut on October 2, defeating Giulia. The match concluded when Giulia struck her head against the ring post during an attempted maneuver, leading to an abrupt loss for the former NXT Women’s North American Champion.

The incident caused immediate concern as medical staff rushed to the ring and Giulia was assisted to the backstage area. While some speculated the sequence was a scripted storyline, Giulia later addressed the concern on Instagram, stating, “Woke up, checked my phone, and saw so many messages from people worried about me. Sorry I keep making you guys worry.”

Following the match, Monroe shared the personal significance of her new feathered entrance, dedicating it to her late grandparents. The rivalry between Monroe and Giulia remains active, underscored by a backstage altercation following their bout.