The final WWE SmackDown before SummerSlam will take place on August 1, with 2 title matches and more set to take place on the show.
With the first-ever 2-night SummerSlam set to take place the following weekend, the August 1 SmackDown will heavily focus on the final build to the show, which has also seen the day split revealed. With John Cena set to defend his Undisputed Championship against Cody Rhodes on night 2, the 17-time champion will be making the latest stop on his retirement tour.
After defeating Zelina Vega to win the Women’s United States Championship, Giulia will put the title on the line against Vega on the show. Additionally, AAA World Tag Team Champions Angel and Berto will defend their titles in an open challenge.
Following his return to WWE, Aleister Black has targeted Damian Priest over the past few weeks. With both men at odds, Priest and Black will go one on one on SmackDown.
The Following Matches And Segments Have Been Announced For WWE SmackDown On August 1:
- Los Garza (Angel & Berto) defend the AAA World Tag Team Championship in an open challenge
- Damian Priest vs. Aleister Black
- Giulia (c) vs. Zelina Vega – Singles match for the Women’s United States Championship
- John Cena will be appearing live
- The final build to SummerSlam
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