The WWE is back in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse for an episode of Friday Night SmackDown! This is the first episode of SmackDown in Indianapolis since January 2025. Friday’s edition of SmackDown takes place the day before WWE’s Worlds Collide event in Chicago.
Trick Williams is set to defend the United States Championship against Baron Corbin in a steel cage match on SmackDown. This will be the fourth one-on-one match between Williams and Corbin. Check out viewing information for WWE’s upcoming episode of Friday Night SmackDown below.
How to Watch Friday Night SmackDown
Friday Night SmackDown airs live on the USA Network in the United States beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET.
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United States Championship Steel Cage Match: Trick Williams (c) vs. Baron Corbin
The rivalry between Trick Williams and Baron Corbin will continue on Friday as they will face off once again for the United States Championship. Williams beat Corbin in their last match at Sunday Night’s Main Event to win the title for the second time. Although Corbin is known for using his dirty tactics to win, it makes more sense for Williams to beat the veteran in the steel cage to end the feud.
Trick Williams vs. Baron Corbin Prediction: Trick Williams retains the United States Championship against Baron Corbin.
Six-Woman Tag Team Match: Fatal Influence vs. Tiffany Stratton, Chelsea Green & Paige
Although Fatal Influence is on an excellent run, Tiffany Stratton and Chelsea Green are due for a victory over them. Green is the Women’s Champion and is 1-2 in her previous three contests. A loss for Fatal Influence wouldn’t hurt the group too much, as all three of them still have gold.
Fatal Influence vs. Tiffany Stratton, Chelsea Green & Paige Prediction: Tiffany Stratton, Chelsea Green & Paige win the match.
Men’s Money in the Bank Qualifying Match: CM Punk vs. Gunther vs. Finn Balor
This is a star-studded Money in the Bank qualifying match, featuring three former champions. All three members of this match are in the Main Event picture on SmackDown. This is Punk’s first match since losing the title to Sami Zayn, and unless someone interferes, it would be surprising if he didn’t win.
CM Punk vs. Gunther vs. Finn Balor Prediction: CM Punk defeats Gunther and Finn Balor.
Men’s Money in the Bank Qualifying Match: Charlotte Flair vs. Giulia vs. Lash Legend
Charlotte Flair has pretty much accomplished everything there is for someone in WWE. But the one thing the future Hall of Famer has yet to win is the Money in the Bank ladder match. I think Flair will defeat Giulia and Lash Legend en route to becoming one of the favorites to win the Women’s Money in the Bank ladder match.
Charlotte Flair vs. Giulia vs. Lash Legend Prediction: Charlotte Flair qualifies for MITB.
Advertised for Friday Night SmackDown
- CM Punk, Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton, Gunther, and Cody Rhodes are also scheduled for SmackDown on WWE.com.
Results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown (9/18/26)
- Trick Williams def. Randy Orton & Rey Fenix
- Bakusai def. The MFTs
- Jacy Jayne def. Jade Cargill & Alexa Bliss
- Sami Zayn def. Kevin Owens
WWE Friday Night SmackDown FAQ
Where will the upcoming episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown take place?
The event will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
What time does WWE Friday Night SmackDown start?
Friday Night SmackDown starts at 8:00 p.m. ET.
How can I watch WWE Friday Night SmackDown?
Fans in the U.S. can view this event live on USA Network.
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