Logan Paul SmackDown is set to air tonight (Jan. 19) with a live show from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. This marks the eighth episode of SmackDown in the nine-week build towards Royal Rumble 2024, scheduled for January 27.
Logan Paul Faces Off Against Kevin Owens
United States Champion Logan Paul is gearing up for a face-to-face confrontation with Kevin Owens on The KO Show. Two weeks ago, Owens delivered a brutal punch from his casted right hand, leaving Paul knocked out. The YouTube sensation is attempting to have Owens’ cast banned at Royal Rumble, adding intrigue to their upcoming clash.
Expect fireworks as Owens looks to leave a lasting impression on Paul before the Rumble. Will Paul have a backup plan or allies like Grayson Waller to shield him from Owens’ wrath?
Title Scene Developments
WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns disrupted a triple threat match between Randy Orton, LA Knight, and AJ Styles, meant to determine his Royal Rumble challenger. The interference led to a Fatal 4-way match at the Rumble, and tonight features the contract signing for this high-stakes encounter. Anticipate tension as these four wrestlers come face-to-face, with potential fallout from last week’s attack on Jim Uso and Solo Sikoa.
WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Katana Chance and Kayden Carter defend their title against The Unholy Union of Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn. The challengers, known for their “mystical mayhem,” aim to secure victory. Keep an eye out for possible interference from the Kabuki Warriors.
WWE Women’s Champion IYO SKY faces persistent challenges from Bianca Belair, who defeated Damage CTRL leader Bayley last week. Will Damage CTRL devise a new strategy to hinder Belair’s Royal Rumble aspirations?
Other Key Matches and Storylines
- A six-man tag team match pits Carlito, Cruz Del Toro, and Joaquin Wilde against Santos Escobar, Humberto Carrillo, and Angel Garza. Carlito seeks revenge against the LWO, aiming to turn the tide without Rey Mysterio’s leadership.
- The Final Testament (Karrion Kross & AOP) are on a collision course with The Pride (Bobby Lashley & Street Profits). Fans eagerly await Akam and Rezar’s first WWE match since their recent return to TV.
- BUTCH, facing an identity crisis post-The Brawling Brutes, contemplates a decision about his name, potentially hinting at the return of Pete Dunne.
- Wrestlers in WWE seem forgetful about declaring for the Royal Rumble match. Will this oversight impact their chances, and will there be a rush of declarations leading up to the event?
- Austin Theory’s match against Carmelo Hayes last week was halted due to a Spanish Fly gone awry. Fans await updates on Theory’s condition.
- The mysterious absence of Omos raises questions. Where is the imposing figure, and what could be brewing in his absence?
As SmackDown unfolds, these storylines promise excitement, drama, and unexpected twists, building anticipation for the upcoming Royal Rumble event.
