Key Highlights
- Drew McIntyre smashes Cody Rhodes through a table on SmackDown.
- Ilja Dragunov retains the United States Title against Nathan Frazer.
- Alexa Bliss defeats Nia Jax to retain the WWE Women’s Championship.
- Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill engage in a faceoff before Saturday Night’s Main Event.
SmackDown Results: October 31, 2025 – A Table-Crashing Match
The SmackDown show on Friday, October 31, 2025, featured a high-stakes title match with Drew McIntyre challenging the Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. McIntyre added a stipulation to their match at Saturday Night’s Main Event: the loser would be driven through a table. In the match, McIntyre delivered on his promise by driving Rhodes through a table moments after adding the stipulation.
The event also saw Ilja Dragunov retaining the United States Title against Nathan Frazer.
The bout was an intense affair with both competitors showing no mercy. Despite Frazer’s efforts and a valiant performance, he was ultimately unable to secure victory over the defending champion Ilja Dragunov.
Alexa Bliss successfully defended her WWE Women’s Championship against Nia Jax in another closely contested match. The two former rivals engaged in a heated battle with Jax attempting to dominate but Bliss managed to get the submission win, further solidifying her title reign.
Before the main event, Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill faced off in a tense showdown that set the stage for the upcoming Saturday Night’s Main Event. This interaction highlighted the growing tension between the two women as they prepare to face each other again on the big stage.
Other Notable Matches on SmackDown, October 31, 2025
In a short but impactful match, Carmelo Hayes defeated Kit Wilson. Hayes managed to overcome Wilson’s unique DDT and secured his victory with the First 48, adding another win to his record.
The Miz, known for his ambush tactics, once again surprised Carmelo Hayes from behind, sending him into a ring post and allowing Wilson to deliver an elbow drop. However, Hayes managed to kick out before delivering the finishing move to secure his victory.
Alexa Bliss squared off with Nia Jax in another match that brought back memories of their 2018 rivalry.
Jax put up a strong fight, hitting Bliss with a Samoan drop and leveling her into the barricade. Despite Jax’s efforts to continue with an Annihilator, Charlotte Flair’s distraction allowed Bliss to hit a dropkick and secure the win by rolling up Jax.
Future Events and Implications
The matches on SmackDown not only entertained the audience but also set the stage for upcoming events. The stipulation match between Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes at Saturday Night’s Main Event promises to be a highly anticipated battle, with both champions demonstrating their willingness to go to extreme lengths to claim victory.
The retention of Ilja Dragunov’s title by defeating Nathan Frazer indicates that the United States Championship is secure for now but leaves room for future challenges. The rivalry between Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill continues to build, making their match at Saturday Night’s Main Event highly anticipated among fans.
Overall, SmackDown on October 31, 2025, showcased intense competition and strategic storytelling that keeps the WWE brand engaging and relevant in the wrestling world. As we move closer to WrestleMania 42, the anticipation for these matches only grows stronger.
