With WrestleMania 42 in the rearview, WWE hosts Friday Night SmackDown tonight in Fort Worth, Texas, at the Dickies Arena. WWE was last at the Dickes Arena for SmackDown in April 2025. This is the first episode of Raw or SmackDown outside Las Vegas since Monday Night Raw on April 13.

Trick Williams is scheduled for a segment on SmackDown following his WrestleMania victory over Sami Zayn. Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes retained his title against Randy Orton and then had a back-and-forth with CM Punk on Monday Night Raw. This article will be updated when matches and segments are added to the card.

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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Advertised for SmackDown

• On WWE.com, Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, Jade Cargill, and Tiffany Stratton are scheduled to appear on this week’s Friday Night SmackDown.
• After winning the United States Championship, Trick Williams will be on SmackDown.

Results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown (4/17/26)

• The MFTs def. The Wyatt Sicks
• Damian Priest & R-Truth def. Kofi Kingston & Grayson Waller
• Tiffany Stratton def. Jordynne Grace
• Royce Keys won the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal

WWE Friday Night SmackDown FAQ

Where will the upcoming episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown take place?

The event is taking place at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

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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