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Image via: WWE The latest episode of WWE SmackDown on December 13 saw major developments leading up to Saturday Night’s Main Event. The show featured intense rivalries, shocking confrontations, and key moments that had the WWE Universe hooked. The latest episode of the Blue Brand had powerful promos and explosive in-ring action.
Also, it has set the stage for the upcoming Saturday Night Main Event. Fans witnessed the heated exchanges between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens which set the tone for what's to come in the highly anticipated showdown. Check out the full recap of the results, winners, and highlights before SNME.
WWE SmackDown Results and Highlights for December 13 Michin vs. Tiffany Stratton Bayley vs. Chelsea Green Carmelo Hayes vs.
Braun Strowman Solo Sikoa vs. LA Knight Kevin Owens and Cody Rhodes’ confrontation. Jimmy Uso promo Jimmy entered the ring to chants of “Yeet” and laughed, joking that the crowd had the wrong twin.
Reflecting on War Games, he called it an unforgettable experience, sharing how it meant everything to fight alongside family—even those they may not always get along with. He praised Roman Reigns’ dominance, Jey’s rise as a main event star, and Solo Sikoa, despite disagreeing with some of Solo's actions. “I’m even proud of my little brother, Solo Sikoa.
I mean, I said that I’m proud of him, I mean, I might not be liking what he’s doing with all of that, but I’m proud of the boy,” Jimmy said. Jimmy further teased that they have a big year ahead of them, “A new year is coming for me, baby.” He hinted at chasing the Royal Rumble, the United States title, or even the WWE Undisputed Championship.
Before he could leave, Drew McIntyre attacked with a sudden Claymore, leaving officials to break it up as Drew laughed and walked away. Women’s United States Championship match: Tiffany Stratton vs. Michin The match began with Michin landing a dropkick on Tiffany.
She quickly followed up with punches and a hurricanrana. Michin delivered a shoulder tackle and sent Tiffany outside the ring. On the apron, Tiffany tripped Michin and hit her with double knees.
Michin dodged another double knees attempt and countered with a DDT in the ring. After a tornado DDT, Tiffany kicked out of the pin. Tiffany tried an Alabama Slam, but Michin countered into a tarantula.
The direction of the match shifted when Michin countered Tiffany's Prettiest Moonsault Ever with her knees, hitting Eat Defeat to secure the win. Result: Michin with the win. Carmelo Hayes vs.
Braun Strowman The match began with Carmelo Hayes attempting a crossbody off the second rope, connecting with Braun Strowman but landing on the mat. Hayes quickly recovered, avoiding a running powerslam. He also dodged a spear into the corner that sent Strowman crashing into the turnbuckle.
Hayes struck Strowman with an elbow to the back of the head and went for a pin, but Strowman kicked out. Hayes climbed the top rope for another crossbody, but Strowman caught him and delivered a running powerslam. Strowman went for the cover and secured the pin for the win.
Result: Braun Strowman defeated Carmelo Hayes. Solo Sikoa with The Bloodline vs. LA Knight LA Knight traded blows with Solo but he quickly threw him into the corner and delivered a splash.
Solo dominated early, slamming Knight onto the announce table and tossing him into the barricade. Knight fought back, throwing Solo into the ring steps and landing a bulldog from the second rope. After some back and forth, including a double clothesline to Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga, Knight delivered an elbow drop from the second turnbuckle.
Solo kicked out of the pin, and outside interference from Jacob Fatu led to a headbutt on Knight. Result: LA Knight wins via disqualification. Women’s United States Championship match: Bayley vs.
Chelsea Green The match kicked off with Bayley hitting a Bayley to Belly, but Chelsea Green quickly kicked out. Bayley dominated early with arm drags and clotheslines. She also forced Green to the outside.
After some interference from Piper, Chelsea took control with kicks and a rough rider. Bayley fought back to regain her momentum in the game as she hit a modified Zig Zag and climbed the top rope, but Piper distracted her. Bayley then delivered an elbow to Niven, only to be thrown over the barricade by Chelsea.
Back in the ring, Chelsea landed the Unprettier and secured the pin for the win. Result: Chelsea Green defeated Bayley. Cody Rhodes confronts Kevin Owens Michael Cole introduced Cody Rhodes to the ring, and after a brief hug, Rhodes took the mic.
Cole went on to mention the buzz surrounding Triple H’s gift for Saturday Night’s Main Event, but before The American Nightmare could respond, Kevin Owens’ voice came over the speaker. Also Read: WWE Saturday Night's Main Event 2024 Match Predictions: Which Wrestlers Are Coming out on Top? Owens criticized the Undisputed for using his friends to further his story and partnering with Roman Reigns. Cody was visibly frustrated and left the ring to confront Owens but they ambushed backstage.
The two fought through the arena, with security struggling to separate them. Owens hit Cody with the WWE Undisputed Championship before exiting the ring..
