The December 16, 2022 episode of WWE SmackDown will take place live from Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. The show will feature the return of the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns for the first time since Survivor Series WarGames.
Roman Reigns is expected to kick start his next feud following Survivor Series victory. Meanwhile, The Bloodline have something special stored for the champion.
Also announced is a championship match between Gunther and Ricochet for the Intercontinental Title.
The Tribal Chief also took to Twitter and delivered a message to the WWE Universe ahead of his return.
Chicago!!!! Get ready to acknowledge your Tribal Chief and the greatness of The #Bloodline.
The undeniable best in the world and it’s not even close. ☝🏽🩸@HeymanHustle @WWEUsos @WWESoloSikoa @SamiZayn pic.twitter.com/wdRPxJmndC
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) December 15, 2022
SmackDown Preview
- Roman Reigns returns to Smackdown
- Gunther and Ricochet will battle for the Intercontinental Title
- Liv Morgan and Tegan Nox to fight Damage CTRL for Women’s Tag Titles
- Hit Row, Legado del Fantasma and The Viking Raiders to collide in Triple Threat Tag Team Match