Cody Rhodes & CM Punk Appearances and Finn Balor vs. Talla Tonga Match Set for 7/17 WWE SmackDown Show

WWE
Jul 17, 2026

WWE announced one new match and one new segment for the card of tonight’s WWE SmackDown show at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York.

In regards to the new match, this was announced to be a singles match of Finn Balor vs. Talla Tonga.

In regards to the new segment, this was announced to be Cody Rhodes and Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk making an appearance on the show.

Current card for July 17th WWE SmackDown show:

  • Finn Balor vs. Talla Tonga
  • Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk and Cody Rhodes to appear
  • Adam Pearce to serve as acting SmackDown General Manager and to make several announcements
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