Spoiler: Carmelo Hayes’ Open Challenge Opponent Revealed for January 30 WWE SmackDown

Just before WWE SmackDown goes live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the final stop on the road to the Royal Rumble is picking up serious steam.

WWE confirmed that United States Champion Carmelo Hayes will defend his title in another Open Challenge tonight, continuing his run as a “fighting champion.” The last-minute announcement came earlier today, adding a title match to an already loaded show just one night before the Royal Rumble.

“Fighting champion Carmelo Hayes has issued another United States Title Open Challenge… Who will step into the spotlight to attempt to dethrone Him?”

While WWE is keeping the challenger a mystery on-air, a new report from Bodyslam.net and PWInsider.com reveals that Rey Fenix is the name expected to answer the call.

WWE SmackDown Preview – Live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Carmelo Hayes issues a U.S. Title Open Challenge (Rey Fenix reportedly expected)
• Sami Zayn and Drew McIntyre go face-to-face before the Royal Rumble
• Final hype and surprises heading into the Rumble

With Carmelo Hayes putting gold on the line and a surprise opponent in the mix, SmackDown just became must-watch TV.

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Do you think Rey Fenix will actually show up in WWE tonight? And if so, does he walk out with the U.S. Title in his debut? Drop your predictions in the comments.