The lineup for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown has been confirmed.
Tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown is set to air live on the USA Network in the U.S. and on Netflix internationally from the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, and will serve as the go-home show before Saturday Night’s Main Event tomorrow night. There is currently only one match confirmed for tonight, with several top Superstars scheduled to appear.
Tonight’s only confirmed match so far will see Shinsuke Nakamura taking on Talla Tonga as Nakamura’s rivalry with The MFTs continues.
Also advertised to appear are stars such as Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley, Drew McIntyre, Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton, and Randy Orton.
WWE SmackDown Lineup Confirmed For May 22, 2026
The lineup, as it currently stands, for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown is as follows:
- Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Talla Tonga
- Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley, Drew McIntyre, Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton, and Randy Orton
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