WWE SmackDown featured several exciting moments and surprising developments on March 7, 2025. In the main event, LA Knight captured the United States Championship by defeating Shinsuke Nakamura. Knight took advantage of a distracted referee to secure the win with his BFT finisher on a steel chair.
Earlier in the night, Randy Orton addressed his issues with John Cena and Kevin Owens. Orton had strong words for both men, hinting at further confrontations down the line. Tiffany Stratton picked up a non-title victory over Piper Niven, showcasing her impressive athleticism.
However, Charlotte Flair attacked Stratton after the match, locking in her signature Figure 8 submission hold. In the tag team division, Pretty Deadly earned a future title shot by winning a Triple Threat match against the Motor City Machine Guns and Los Garza.
Knight wins United States title
Naomi confessed to attacking Jade Cargill, leading to a heated confrontation between the two women. Cargill, returning to SmackDown, shared an intense moment with Bianca Belair before focusing her anger on Naomi. Braun Strowman and Solo Sikoa’s match ended in a No Contest due to interference from Tama Tonga.
The ensuing brawl also involved Jacob Fatu, leaving the ring in chaos. Chelsea Green retained her Women’s United States Championship in a brutal Street Fight against Michin, thanks in large part to assistance from Alba Fyre. Cody Rhodes delivered an emotional promo addressing John Cena and The Rock, setting the stage for potential future encounters with the legendary superstars.
Finally, Drew McIntyre defeated Jimmy Uso, only to be confronted by Damian Priest seeking revenge for an earlier attack. With WrestleMania season in full swing, SmackDown continues to deliver high-stakes matches and compelling storylines.
