Before I begin, I have another important announcement about Universe Mode. Summerslam is currently just under three weeks away, however I will not be covering all of that. Instead, next week will be the final Raw, SmackDown and NXT of the series. The following week will just be Summerslam and Takeover: Brooklyn, but I will have other content to fill the empty gap.
Daniel Bryan made a big announcement following Battleground, when he announced AJ Styles' next title defense. It will be in the main event of Summerslam, and Styles will face Cesaro..............and John Cena, in a triple threat match. Cena and Cesaro face off tonight on SmackDown. Plus, Sami Zayn has been give a big opportunity in the tag team division. If he can find a partner, they'll face The Usos tonight, with the winners facing The Club at the Biggest Party of the Summer.
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SmackDown Live
August 1st, 2017
Location: San Francisco, CA
Nikki Bella vs Emma
Nikki Bella is known for her fearless nature, and she showed some of it here tonight, not backing down from the champ. Emma had the numbers game in her favor though, and a distraction from Dana Brooke allowed her to connect with the Michinoku Driver for the non-title win.
Winner: Emma
Alexa Bliss Promo
Afterward, Alexa Bliss wasted no time in challenging Emma to a championship match at Summerslam. The SmackDown Women's Champion didn't seem to see her former protege as a threat, but allowed Bliss a chance to earn the match, next week against Dana Brooke.
Challenge Accepted
We went backstage to Tyler Breeze, who was obviously shaken by the events of Battleground. He accepted Fandango's challenge for a match at Summerslam, with his Money in the Bank briefcase on the line. Will Breeze be forced to pay for his treachery or will Prince Pretty remain Mr. Money in the Bank?
The Usos vs Sami Zayn and ???- #1 Contender's Match for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships
The Usos seemed confident heading into this match, but Sami Zayn had an ace up his sleeve. His tag team partner was none other than Kevin Owens! The Prizefighter has arrived to Tuesday Nights, and he and Sami seemed to be on the same page. They pulled off some nice tag team offense throughout the match, working very well together, bad blood forgotten. Jimmy and Jey Uso did their best, but it was Jimmy who would be felled with a Pop-Up Powerbomb from KO. In a show of camaraderie, Owens then tagged in Zayn, allowing him to pick up the winning fall.
Winners: Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens
The Viper's Next Challenger
Breaking news from the office of Daniel Bryan: next week on SmackDown Live, we will determine the next challenger for Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton. It will be the Cleaner, Kenny Omega, against the Beast, Brock Lesnar, in a match that surely will not disappoint.
John Cena vs Cesaro
Momentum was key for both of these men heading into the main event of Summerslam, and their collective fighting spirit led to a very even main event. Both Cena and Cesaro showed everything in their arsenal, combining power and technical skill to try and put away their opponent. The Swiss Superman would score first with the Neutralizer, but only for a near fall. Momentum shifted to the side of John Cena, as the Face That Runs The Place connected on everything, including two AA's. Somehow, nothing was enough. Fate just seemed to be on the side of Cesaro on this night, as he continued to survive. Then, he fought back. It was just a tidal wave of offense on the part of the King of Swing, capped off with a second Neutralizer that brought this stellar match to a close.
There would be no hard feelings between these two warriors, as they shook hands in a sign of respect. But The Club have no care for respect or honor, as they stormed the ring. AJ, Karl and Luke laid out Cena and Cesaro, then posed with all three belts to close the show.
Winner: Cesaro
Want to follow the series, but missed a few posts? No problem! Check out my brand new Universe Mode Wiki, constantly updated to keep you up to speed with the latest Universe Mode happenings.
Daniel Bryan made a big announcement following Battleground, when he announced AJ Styles' next title defense. It will be in the main event of Summerslam, and Styles will face Cesaro..............and John Cena, in a triple threat match. Cena and Cesaro face off tonight on SmackDown. Plus, Sami Zayn has been give a big opportunity in the tag team division. If he can find a partner, they'll face The Usos tonight, with the winners facing The Club at the Biggest Party of the Summer.
Universe Mode
SmackDown Live
August 1st, 2017
Location: San Francisco, CA
Nikki Bella vs Emma
Nikki Bella is known for her fearless nature, and she showed some of it here tonight, not backing down from the champ. Emma had the numbers game in her favor though, and a distraction from Dana Brooke allowed her to connect with the Michinoku Driver for the non-title win.
Winner: Emma
Alexa Bliss Promo
Afterward, Alexa Bliss wasted no time in challenging Emma to a championship match at Summerslam. The SmackDown Women's Champion didn't seem to see her former protege as a threat, but allowed Bliss a chance to earn the match, next week against Dana Brooke.
Challenge Accepted
We went backstage to Tyler Breeze, who was obviously shaken by the events of Battleground. He accepted Fandango's challenge for a match at Summerslam, with his Money in the Bank briefcase on the line. Will Breeze be forced to pay for his treachery or will Prince Pretty remain Mr. Money in the Bank?
The Usos vs Sami Zayn and ???- #1 Contender's Match for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships
The Usos seemed confident heading into this match, but Sami Zayn had an ace up his sleeve. His tag team partner was none other than Kevin Owens! The Prizefighter has arrived to Tuesday Nights, and he and Sami seemed to be on the same page. They pulled off some nice tag team offense throughout the match, working very well together, bad blood forgotten. Jimmy and Jey Uso did their best, but it was Jimmy who would be felled with a Pop-Up Powerbomb from KO. In a show of camaraderie, Owens then tagged in Zayn, allowing him to pick up the winning fall.
Winners: Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens
The Viper's Next Challenger
Breaking news from the office of Daniel Bryan: next week on SmackDown Live, we will determine the next challenger for Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton. It will be the Cleaner, Kenny Omega, against the Beast, Brock Lesnar, in a match that surely will not disappoint.
John Cena vs Cesaro
Momentum was key for both of these men heading into the main event of Summerslam, and their collective fighting spirit led to a very even main event. Both Cena and Cesaro showed everything in their arsenal, combining power and technical skill to try and put away their opponent. The Swiss Superman would score first with the Neutralizer, but only for a near fall. Momentum shifted to the side of John Cena, as the Face That Runs The Place connected on everything, including two AA's. Somehow, nothing was enough. Fate just seemed to be on the side of Cesaro on this night, as he continued to survive. Then, he fought back. It was just a tidal wave of offense on the part of the King of Swing, capped off with a second Neutralizer that brought this stellar match to a close.
There would be no hard feelings between these two warriors, as they shook hands in a sign of respect. But The Club have no care for respect or honor, as they stormed the ring. AJ, Karl and Luke laid out Cena and Cesaro, then posed with all three belts to close the show.
Winner: Cesaro
Want to follow the series, but missed a few posts? No problem! Check out my brand new Universe Mode Wiki, constantly updated to keep you up to speed with the latest Universe Mode happenings.
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