Trick Williams retains US Title in steel cage match on WWE SmackDown

WWE SmackDown held its September 25, 2026, episode at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, featuring several high-stakes matches as the promotion builds toward the Money in the Bank event.

Trick Williams successfully defended his WWE United States Championship against Baron Corbin in a steel cage match. Williams secured the victory via pinfall after delivering three ‘Book Ends’ to end their ongoing rivalry.

In the Money in the Bank qualifying matches, Lash Legend won a triple threat match against Charlotte Flair and Giulia to secure her spot in the women’s ladder match. In the men’s division, CM Punk defeated Finn Balor and Gunther in a triple threat contest to earn his qualification.

Other notable segments included a six-woman tag team match where Fatal Influence defeated the team of Chelsea Green, Tiffany Stratton, and Paige. Additionally, Randy Orton addressed his ongoing rivalry with Cody Rhodes during an interview with Michael Cole.