WWE SmackDown hits Friday, August 8, 2025 live from the Bell Centre in Montreal and with it comes the fallout from SummerSlam and the build toward Clash in Paris (Aug 31). You can feel the buzz already.
This isn’t just any show it’s the latest chapter in WWE’s rocking storyline, and everyone’s bringing the sizzle.
Can’t-Miss Segments and Superstar Showdowns
Expect big moments from heavy hitters like Cody Rhodes, John Cena, and a wave of returning threats.
| Segment / Match | Highlight |
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| John Cena speaks on Lesnar’s attack | Cena opens up emotionally and might set his next move. |
| Cody Rhodes addresses his new title run | Fresh off winning back the Undisputed WWE title. |
| Tag Action | Motor City Machine Guns vs. Talla Tonga & JC Mateo. |
| Sami Zayn shocks Solo Sikoa | A non-title win that had the crowd buzzing. |
| Flair vs. Green / Women’s Champs appear | Birthday disruption and high-stakes drama. |
| Tag Main Event | Rhodes & Cena vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul plus post-match chaos. |
Heat, Hooks, and the Lesnar Mystery
One of the biggest plotlines? Brock Lesnar’s dramatic return at SummerSlam and he’s nowhere to be seen on promotional material for SmackDown. Instead, Cena’s left to carry that tension and unpredictability into the ring solo. Could we see him at Clash in Paris? Time will tell.
Meanwhile, Cody Rhodes and Cena pairing up against rising threats sets the tag scene ablaze. Expect sparks and maybe a preview of Paris.
Watching the Action When and Where
If you’re tuning in tonight, here’s the kickoff info:
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U.S. Broadcast: USA Network at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT
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U.S. Streaming: Available on FuboTV, Peacock, YouTube TV, Hulu+ Live TV, DirecTV
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International Streaming: Watch via Netflix (select markets)
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Live Venue: Bell Centre, Montreal, Quebec
Conclusion
SmackDown (August 8) isn’t just another episode it’s a launchpad. From Cena’s emotional fire on Lesnar, to Rhodes staking his claim, to volatile tag matches and championship drama, WWE is pushing every storyline into high gear. If you like cliffhangers, chaos, and pulse-pounding action, tonight’s show is your jam.