The show opened with the WWE Undisputed Champion Sami Zayn, to a mixed reaction. He talked about being booed the past 6 months, and called us hypocrites for wanting to see him as champion before. He said he won't tell those hypocrites to kiss his ass because he is a good guy, and won the title the right way.
Cody eventually came out, and Sami asked Cody what he wants to talk about. Cody said as Sami was the first to congratulate him, he wanted to be the first to congratulate Sami. They shook hands.
Cody wanted to leave and Sami asked was that it. Sami said he has what Cody wants.
Jey Uso then came out (full Main Event and the opposite of Raw) to congratulate Sami as well. He said he is proud of Sami and you know why Im here, to give him a warning shot. He needs to bring the title back to the family.
Cody interrupts and ask Jey when did his friend become an errand boy for Roman.
Sami cut Cody off, and said it's his time and to Jey as far as he is concerned, its in the family. He told both of them to stay away.
Adam Pearce came out as acting GM for Smackdown, and his job is to find a challenger for Sami.
Sami asked if he has a say in his opponent for Summerslam. Adam replied, who said anything about Summerslam.
Its Jey vs Cody tonight, with the winner facing Sami Monday on Raw.
Cathy Kelley interviewed Charlotte backstage, who spoke about Jade. Alexis came in and they teased tension between them, which led to Tiffany Stratton and Chelsea into the mix to discuss their 6 women tag.
Jade, Michin, and B Fab defeated Charlotte, Chelsea Greene, and Tiffany Stratton when Jade pinned Chelsea after Jaded. Chelsea got a big pop with the hot tag and put in a great effort.
A replay of the Gunther and Nick Aldis scuffle at Night of Champions was shown. Sami tried to convince Adam to reverse his decision about defending his title on Raw, which didn't work. He then went over to Johnny Gargano for his latest solioquy.
Rey Fenix retained the AAA Cruiserweight title, defeating El Hijo del Vikingo in the match of the night with the Mexican Muscle Buster.
Backstage interview with Guilia who discussed the attack from Blake Monroe. Kiana James came out, which allowed Blake to attack both women.
Backstage segment with Jimmy Uso, Jacob Fatu, and Royce Keys
Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes segment to set up for a non title match next week.
Danhausen segment in his mad laboratory with Miz, Kit Wilson, and Matt Cardona
Laney Reid pinned Brie Bella after Brie was distracted by Fatal Influence beating up Paige
Cody and Finn segment backstage were Finn said he came to Smackdown to face him dor the title, so go win it again. After, the Tongas attacked Finn.
Cody Rhodes defeated Jey Uso to become the number 1 contender to the Undisputed Championship.
Thats all from Atlantic City!
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