WWE SmackDown is getting ready for a big change this summer. After running for three hours every Friday night since early 2025, the show is now expected to go back to its original two-hour format.

That'd air in the 10-11pm slot currently swallowed up by SmackDown's bloated runtime. In other words, this new show might impact WWE's product and force them to revert to the old 2-hour formatting.

Things were less eventful in the 18-49 demographic as "SmackDown" posted a 0.38 number for the second week in a row, marking a 3% rise over the trailing four week average of 0.37.

All of the top tag teams on "WWE SmackDown" gathered around backstage with general manager Nick Aldis to try and solve the Wyatt Sicks problem. This was pretty clever and cool to see, actually.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown looks to be returning to the old two hour format, and it appears to have been quietly been confirmed nearly two weeks ago. Dave Meltz ...

The Chadster previews tonight's WWE SmackDown with John Cena vs. Ron Killings, plus KOTR semifinals! Tony Khan could NEVER book a show this good!

On WWE TV, Alexa Bliss has a wave of momentum, having advanced in the Queen of the Ring tournament. She's set to face Asuka in the semifinals for a spot on the "Night of Champions 2025" card.

Money in the Bank is set to take place this Saturday in Los Angeles, and WWE is leaving no stone unturned to make an unforgettable show. However, the buildup has not been up to the mark this year.

Smackdown takes over Lexington, Kentucky, with appearances from WWE champion John Cena, Naomi and two King and Queen of the Ring qualifiers. Find out how to watch today's episode for free.

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Notable Moments and Observations —It feels like WWE had plans to put Bliss with The Wyatt Sicks and then decided not to for some reason. —Naomi continues to have some of the best gear in WWE.

However, this time, it was Cena and Paul who gained the upper hand on them and ended WWE SmackDown with momentum shifting to their side ahead of Money in the Bank.