Here are the “big” things that happened on tonight’s SmackDown Live after WrestleMania in New Orleans…
Daniel Bryan Stepped Down as GM, Paige Is Now GM
Shane McMahon announced that Daniel Bryan stepped down as SmackDown general manager and Paige was introduced as the new GM.
Debut: Billie Kay & Peyton Royce
The Iconic Duo, Billie Kay & Peyton Royce made their debut and are now unfortunately known as “The Iconics” for some really stupid reason. They interrupted a Charlotte promo and laid her out, which lead to…
Carmella Won the SD Women’s Championship, Cashing in Her Briefcase
Carmella cashed in her Money in the Bank briefcase after Billie Kay & Peyton Royce beat down Charlotte and quickly won with a kick and she is the new SmackDown Women’s Champion.
Randy Orton vs. Jinder Mahal at Backlash
Randy Orton defeated Rusev and Bobby Roode to become the #1 contender for the US title and will face Jinder Mahal at Backlash.
The Usos vs. The Bludgeon Brothers in Saudi Arabia
The Usos beat The New Day and are the #1 contenders for the tag titles and will face the Bludgeon Brothers in a title match in Saudi Arabia on April 27.
Bruce Prichard Expected To Retire From WWE In 2027 Update – Shawn Michaels Reportedly Expected To Replace Prichard In WWE Creative
TKO Held Town Hall Meeting Addressing Events In Middle East Situation Update – Mark Shapiro Discussed Safety & Business Of WWE Crown Jewel 2026 Event
NJPW Power Struggle 2026 Part II Notes: Callum Newman Challenges Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega Challenges Yota Tsuji for IWGP Heavyweight Title at Wrestle Kingdom 21, Unbound Co. Wins Super Jr. Tag League 2026, Mistico Vacates IWGP Jr. Tag Titles, IWGP Global Title Match and Moxley vs. Shingo Takagi Set for Wrestle Kingdom




