WWE SmackDown (July 10, 2026): Preview, start time & where to watch

The new Undisputed Champion is confirmed to appear on SmackDown.

Following the major developments from this week’s Monday Night Raw in Chicago, WWE is now gearing up for the July 10 edition of Friday Night SmackDown. The highly anticipated show is set to air live from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Multiple stars, including CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Oba Femi, Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton and Gunther, are listed as featured superstars.

Ahead of this Friday’s show, let us now take a look at the full and detailed preview for WWE SmackDown, including match card, spoilers, timings, and telecast details.

Announced for WWE SmackDown (July 10, 2026)

• The newly crowned Undisputed Champion CM Punk to appear
• Finn Balor vs Tama Tonga
• Trick Williams vs Carmelo Hayes
• CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Oba Femi, Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton, & Gunther are listed as featured superstars

CM Punk returns to the Blue brand

‘The Second City Saint’ CM Punk returned on Raw in Chicago to replace Cody Rhodes, who failed to get medical clearance after an attack by Gunther, and battled Sami Zayn for the Undisputed title. Punk managed to defeat Sami and capture his eighth world title in his first match since WrestleMania 42.

With SummerSlam on the horizon, the newly crowned Champion is set to appear this Friday as reports of his SummerSlam showdown with Cody Rhodes continue to grab headlines, and Sami cutting a scathing promo after the title loss.

Finn Balor vs Tama Tonga

Last week, Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga confronted Finn Balor backstage and launched a brutal attack on the former Judgment Day member.

Following the attack, WWE announced a singles match between Balor and Tama Tonga for this week’s SmackDown in Oklahoma.

Trick Williams vs Carmelo Hayes

During last week’s show, Carmelo Hayes interrupted Trick Williams and Lil Yachty. He called for a title match between the two, noting how the United States Championship has been a workhorse title for those who are hungry.

Lil Yachty asked the crowd whether Hayes deserved another title opportunity and eventually agreed to give Hayes a match on the July 10 show, but noted that it would be a non-title bout since Hayes had already used up his previous championship chance.

The segment ended with Williams dropping Hayes with a backhanded slap, while Hayes responded with a dive from the ropes to take down Williams as he was leaving. The two will now collide in a non-title match.

WWE SmackDown Start Time & Telecast Details

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