WWE announced one new match and one new segment for the card of tonight’s WWE SmackDown show at the Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona.
In regards to the new match, this was announced to be a WWE United States Championship Open Challenge match of mystery opponent vs. Ilja Dragunov (c).
"It is my duty to keep the legacy of the open challenges alive."
— WWE (@WWE) October 24, 2025
New United States Champion @UNBESIEGBAR_ZAR is looking for a fight, who will step up TONIGHT on #SmackDown?
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In regards to the new segment, this was announced to be Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre making appearances on the show.
Current card for October 24th WWE SmackDown show:
- WWE United States Championship Open Challenge match – mystery opponent vs. Ilja Dragunov (c)
- Tiffany Stratton vs. Kiana James
- Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre to appear

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