WWE SmackDown (April 26, 2024): Matches, news, rumors, timings, telecast details for Draft Night 1

The April 26, 2024 episode of Friday Night SmackDown will be aired live from the Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. This week’s SmackDown kicks off WWE Draft Night 1 and is also the final SmackDown in the United States before Backlash PPV 2024. Here is a detailed preview, prediction, news, timings and telecast details of this week’s episode of SmackDown.

WWE SmackDown (April 26, 2024): Match Cards & Preview

WWE Draft 2024

The 2024 WWE Draft Night 1 will begin this Friday on SmackDown, where a total of 16 WWE Superstars will be drafted to both the red and blue brands. Four rounds with 4 draft picks per round have been planned. The Blue brand will be given the first priority and a number of superstars participating in the Friday pool has been revealed, making it one of the interesting Draft Nights.

Undisputed WWE Championship Contract Signing- Cody Rhodes & AJ Styles

Cody Rhodes & AJ Styles will be coming face to face for the very first time in WWE. Both the champion & the challenger will be signing the contract for their upcoming championship match at Backlash France. As per speculations, both will sign the contract and will cut promos against each other to set the hype.

The Bloodline

Solo Sikoa with Paul Heyman and his MFT will be appearing live to address why they attacked Kevin Owens brutally. As per speculations, Kevin Owens may interfere during their segment, but will once again be attacked by The Bloodline, as the numbers game would play out.

CM Punk

CM Punk will be making his appearance on SmackDown this week on the blue brand. This will be his first appearance in the blue brand since January 2024. Since Punk is scheduled to appear for both the nights of the Draft, he is expected to play a major role in this year’s draft events. 

WWE SmackDown Telecast Details

Friday Night SmackDown will be telecasted live in India on Saturday Morning at 5.30 AM on Sony Sports 1 and Sony Sports 1 HD. WWE premium users can stream the show on the WWE Network. For those who wish to watch it without premium subscription, online platforms such as Sony Liv, Jio TV, and Airtel TV provide space to watch the action for free. Friday Night SmackDown is also telecasted exclusively on Hindi Commentary on Sony Sports 3.

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