The July 31 episode of Friday Night SmackDown is the go-home edition of the show before SummerSlam. That’s exactly why WWE has put together a solid lineup to keep fans entertained from start to finish.
CM Punk and Cody Rhodes Come Face-to-Face
Before their Undisputed WWE Championship match at SummerSlam, Cody Rhodes and CM Punk will come face-to-face. Considering just how heated their feud has become over the past few weeks, don’t be surprised to see fists fly this week.
WWE Tag Team Championship: Damian Priest & R-Truth (c) vs. Erik & Ivar (The War Raiders)
The WWE Tag Team Championship will be on the line when Damian Priest and R-Truth defend their titles against Erik and Ivar of The War Raiders. After issuing a challenge weeks ago, The War Raiders finally get their opportunity to prove they belong at the top of WWE’s tag team division. So it remains to be seen who will win in the end.
WWE Interim Women’s Championship Ladder Match Qualifier: Giulia vs. Lash Legend
The final spot in the WWE Interim Women’s Championship Ladder Match at SummerSlam will be decided when Giulia takes on Lash Legend. Tiffany Stratton, Jade Cargill, Charlotte Flair and Chelsea Green have already secured their places in the Ladder Match, leaving just one opening remaining. So we’ll have to see who will advance.
WWE SmackDown July 31, 2026 Full Card
- Interim WWE Women’s Title Qualifier Match: Giulia vs. Lash Legend
- WWE Tag Team Championship: Damian Priest & R-Truth (c) vs. The War Raiders (Ivar & Erik)
- CM Punk and Cody Rhodes to meet face-to-face
Final Thoughts on WWE SmackDown for July 31, 2026
Tonight’s WWE SmackDown promises to deliver high drama and storylines that will keep fans on the edge of their seats. With appearances from CM Punk and more, it’s bound to be a show you won’t want to miss. Be sure to tune in live and follow along with Ringside News for full play-by-play coverage over in our SmackDown results section.
Where to Watch WWE SmackDown on July 31, 2026
WWE SmackDown will air from at the Resch Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, starting at 8 PM ET on the USA Network and also on-demand viewing. Internationally, fans can also catch the show on streaming platforms like Netflix.
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