WWE SmackDown features triple threat chaos in Ottawa

WWE SmackDown, held at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, featured intense developments in the Undisputed WWE Championship picture. Following a controversial loss in Toronto, Kevin Owens confronted CM Punk regarding the interference of Sami Zayn. To resolve the tension, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis scheduled a triple threat match between Owens, Gunther, and Finn Balor to determine the next title challenger. The match ultimately ended in a no-contest after Sami Zayn attacked the competitors with the championship belt.

In other match results, Jacy Jayne successfully defended her Women’s United States Championship against Paige. The tag team duo The Irresistible Forces, consisting of Nia Jax and Lash Legend, defeated Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton. Tatum Paxley also secured a victory in her main roster in-ring debut against Michin.

Additionally, Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton engaged in a heated verbal confrontation, escalating their ongoing rivalry ahead of their scheduled match at Sunday Night’s Main Event.