Sami Zayn U.S. Title Open Challenge Match and Cody Rhodes Appearance Set for 9/26 WWE SmackDown Show

WWE
Sep 26, 2025

WWE announced one new match and one new segment for the card of tonight’s show at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida.

In regards to the new match, this was announced to be a WWE United States Championship Open Challenge match of mystery opponent vs. Sami Zayn (c).

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

Current card for September 26th WWE SmackDown show:

  • WWE Women’s Championship Triple Threat match – Nia Jax vs. Jade Cargill vs. Tiffany Stratton (c)
  • WWE United States Championship Open Challenge match – mystery opponent vs. Sami Zayn (c)
  • Giulia & Kiana James vs. B-Fab & Michin
  • Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes to appear
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