Lineup for WWE SmackDown Tonight (April 10, 2026) ft. Cody Rhodes to appear, Pat McAfee surprise, Royce Keys' debut & more

Royce Keys will make his debut tonight on the Blue Brand.

In the wake of last week’s SmackDown that stirred the pot, causing massive outcry among fans, following the reveal that Pat McAfee was the mystery caller talking to Randy Orton. What followed was a beatdown of the Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes, who delivered a scathing promo, later in the show.

Meanwhile, Sami Zayn defeated Carmelo Hayes in a rematch to retain the United States Championship. Zayn was attacked by Trick Williams after the match.

In the lead-up to WrestleMania 42, WWE will now deliver the April 10 edition of SmackDown, featuring more explosive segments from the SAP Center in San Jose, California. Cody Rhodes, Jade Cargill, Randy Orton, Tiffany Stratton, Jacob Fatu, and Drew McIntyre are listed as featured superstars for the show.

What’s in store for tonight’s SmackDown?

Following last week’s attack, Cody Rhodes is now scheduled to appear on tonight’s show, and fans are waiting to see how he responds to the attack.

On the other hand, Pat McAfee has also teased a massive surprise for tonight’s show, even claiming that the fans will start thanking him and Randy soon enough.

Ahead of his Mania showdown with Jacob Fatu, Drew McIntyre is also set to appear and has vowed to expose the “real” Jacob Fatu. Following the successful title defense against Carmelo Hayes last week, United States Champion Sami Zayn was blindsided by Trick Williams. With WrestleMania approaching, Zayn is now determined to settle the score with his challenger.

Since making his debut at the Royal Rumble, Royce Keys, fka Powerhouse Hobbs, has been absent from WWE programming. WWE has now officially announced that Keys will make his main roster debut on SmackDown tonight.

• Cody Rhodes responds to assault by Randy Orton & Pat McAfee
• Drew McIntyre vows to unmask the real Jacob Fatu
• Sami Zayn looks to settle the score with Trick Williams
• Royce Key’s SmackDown debut
• Pat McAfee set to reveal a MASSIVE SURPRISE

Returns expected on tonight’s show

With WrestleMania only one week away, returns are expected on tonight’s SmackDown, especially since the go-home show will likely feature the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal.

On the other hand, McAfee’s announcement of a big surprise has also raised many eyebrows, with many fans speculating if he’s hinting at The Rock’s WWE return. To find out, fans will have to tune in at 8 PM ET.

Start time for tonight’s SmackDown

• United States, Alaska, Hawaii & Puerto Rico: 08 PM ET, 07 PM CT & 05 PM PT (Friday)
• Canada: 08 PM ET (Friday)
• United Kingdom & Ireland: 12 AM BST (Saturday)
• India: 5:30 AM IST (Saturday)
• Bangladesh: 06 AM BST (Saturday)
• Saudi Arabia: 03 AM AST (Saturday)
• Australia: 10 AM AEST / 11 AM AEDT (Saturday)
• France: 01 AM CEST (Saturday)
• Brazil: 09 PM BRT (Friday)
• Mexico: 06 PM CST (Friday)
• Singapore: 08 AM SGT (Saturday)
• China: 08 AM CST (Saturday)
• Nigeria: 01 AM WAT (Saturday)
• South Africa: 02 AM SAST (Saturday)
• Germany: 01 AM CET (Saturday)

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