The WWE SmackDown Live 5/9/25 episode, also known as WWE SmackDown Live 9th May 2025, delivered an electrifying night of professional wrestling from the Nutter Center in Dayton, Ohio. As the final show before WWE Backlash 2025, tensions were high, setting the stage for the upcoming pay-per-view. In the main event, LA Knight and Damian Priest teamed up to face United States Champion Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa. Despite internal conflicts, Knight and Priest secured the victory after Knight executed his signature BFT on Sikoa. Post-match chaos ensued when Fatu attacked both winners, only to be laid out by Drew McIntyre’s surprise Claymore Kick, signaling his intentions for the U.S. Title at Backlash .
The women’s division saw significant developments during WWE SmackDown Live 5/9/25. Alexa Bliss made a triumphant return, partnering with Women’s United States Champion Zelina Vega to defeat Chelsea Green and Piper Niven. Bliss secured the win with her Sister Abigail DDT on Green. Additionally, Nia Jax became the No. 1 contender for the WWE Women’s Championship by defeating Jade Cargill, capitalizing on a distraction caused by Naomi’s ringside attack on Tiffany Stratton .
The night also featured a heated confrontation between John Cena and Randy Orton. Cena attempted to provoke Orton with a scathing promo, but Orton outmaneuvered him once again, delivering a surprise RKO and standing tall ahead of their Undisputed WWE Championship match at Backlash.
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