3 Things that could be in store for the final WWE SmackDown before Survivor Series 2025

The go-home episode of WWE SmackDown before Survivor Series: WarGames is fast-approaching. On tonight's show, the Triple H-led creative team will look to generate maximum hype for the San Diego event.

In this listicle, we will look at three things that could be in store for the final episode of WWE SmackDown before Survivor Series: WarGames.

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#3. Tiffany Stratton could return to WWE

Tiffany Stratton has been out of action since losing the WWE Women's Championship to Jade Cargill at Saturday Night's Main Event XLI. The Storm has become unstoppable since becoming champion, and there seems to be no credible challengers for her on the blue brand.

The Buff Barbie could return on this week's SmackDown and resume her rivalry with Cargill. Both are currently 1-1 in their feud, and a third match is likely to happen to conclude the program.

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#2. Ilja Dragunov's US Title Open Challenge

Sami Zayn renewed the tradition of hosting the US Title Open Challenge, and Ilja Dragunov has continued it since winning the title from Zayn. It has become one of the most exciting parts of SmackDown every week.

The Mad Dragon could host another open challenge on this week's episode of SmackDown. The creative team has teased Tommaso Ciampa and Tama Tonga as potential challengers, and one of them could get their shot at Ilja's title tonight.

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#1. Men's WarGames Match preview

CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, and The Usos will collide with Brock Lesnar, Drew McIntyre, Logan Paul, Bronson Reed, and Bron Breakker in the Men's WarGames Match this Saturday.

On RAW, Logan and McIntyre secured the advantage for their team by defeating The Usos in a tag team match. To deliver a final preview for the five-on-five bout, the creative team could book CM Punk and Cody Rhodes vs. The Brons on SmackDown.