3 PM ET Special start – WWE Smackdown 8/22/2025

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Preview

SmackDown lands in Dublin for the first time, with John Cena’s farewell tour bringing huge energy before Clash in Paris. Aleister Black and R-Truth continue their heated rivalry, while the Motor City Machine Guns look to prove themselves against Melo Don’t Miz. Charlotte Flair seeks revenge against Piper Niven, and the Street Profits aim to solidify their standing in the tag division. Expect electric crowd reactions, high-stakes matchups, and storyline momentum heading into WWE’s next major event.

Event Overview

  • Date: Friday, August 22, 2025
  • Location: 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland
  • Start Time: 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT (USA Network, tape-delay U.S.); ~7:30 PM local in Dublin (doors open 6 PM)
  • Broadcast/Streaming: USA Network (U.S.); Netflix (International)

Match Card

  • John Cena returns to SmackDown as part of his farewell tour leading into Clash in Paris
  • Aleister Black vs. R-Truth – singles showdown
  • Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) vs. Melo Don’t Miz (The Miz & Carmelo Hayes) – tag team clash
  • Charlotte Flair vs. Piper Niven – women’s division rivalry match
  • The Street Profits vs. The MFTs (2 members) – tag division battle

Conclusion

WWE SmackDown on August 22, 2025 delivered a historic night in Dublin, highlighted by John Cena’s emotional return that set the tone for his farewell journey. Strong in-ring action across the card kept rivalries burning, with Aleister Black scoring momentum, Charlotte Flair reestablishing dominance, and the tag team scene heating up. The event not only thrilled the Irish crowd but also laid crucial groundwork for the highly anticipated Clash in Paris.