Top three surprises that might be in store for WWE SmackDown before Crown Jewel 2025
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WWE is all ready to take over Perth this weekend!
WWE’s highly anticipated Premium Live Event, Crown Jewel 2025, is set to take over Perth this Saturday, and excitement is running sky-high. But before the grand spectacle unfolds, Friday Night SmackDown will serve as the final stop on the road to one of WWE’s biggest nights of the year.
In recent weeks, WWE SmackDown has seen a surge in quality, with Triple H carefully steering the blue brand into strong storytelling and long-term build-ups. However, given the global spotlight on Perth and WWE’s history of delivering unexpected moments before major shows, fans could be in for more than just regular programming this Friday night.
Below are three potential surprises that might be in store on tonight’s Friday Night SmackDown ahead of Crown Jewel 2025.
3. Angelo Dawkins turns his back on Montez Ford in a heartbreaking betrayal
The Street Profits have been inseparable since 2017, bringing unmatched charisma and chemistry to WWE’s tag division. Yet, the shadows of doubt have started creeping in. Recent weeks have seen subtle signs of tension between Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins, especially following the eerie involvement of The Wyatt Sicks.
Friday could be the breaking point. If the Profits fall short in their bid to reclaim the Tag Team Championships, Dawkins might finally snap. A heel turn would be devastating but timely, giving both men fresh purpose.
Ford, with his natural star power, looks ready to soar as a solo babyface, while Dawkins could explore a darker, more aggressive persona. Perth could witness one of WWE’s most emotional splits in years.
2. Seth Rollins crashes WWE SmackDown for a final face-off with Cody Rhodes
All eyes are on the Crown Jewel Championship match between Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes, a bout that could define both men’s 2025. Strangely, neither superstar had much in-ring presence on RAW this week, leaving fans waiting for that one last spark before their clash.
Expect that explosion to happen in Perth. Rollins, mentally unraveling under pressure, could storm SmackDown to confront Cody in one final emotional showdown.
Their chemistry has been electric, and with Randy Orton lurking in the background, one wrong move could send everything spiraling. Whether it’s a sneak attack or a heated exchange, the final image of SmackDown could be chaos, the perfect prelude to Crown Jewel.
1. Sami Zayn’s open challenge draws an unexpected guest
Few storylines have done more for SmackDown’s momentum than Sami Zayn’s open challenge for the U.S. Title. His weekly defenses have made the championship matter again, but this Friday might be about more than just title prestige.
With the WWE-TNA partnership gaining traction, this could be the night a TNA name walks through the curtain. Imagine the reaction if Matt Cardona, Leon Slater, or even Jeff Hardy answered Zayn’s challenge on live TV. It wouldn’t need to result in a title change; just the moment alone would make headlines worldwide.
A crossover appearance right before Crown Jewel would be a perfect teaser for what’s possible between both promotions moving forward, blurring the line between worlds once divided.
When and where will the Crown Jewel go-home show of SmackDown take place?
The October 10 episode of WWE SmackDown is set to air live from the RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Will the show have an early start time?
Yes, the show will have a special start time for international audiences. It will air at 10 PM AEST / 5:30 PM IST on Netflix, while fans in the United States can watch the show at the usual time of 8 PM ET/ 7 PM CT on USA Network.
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