SmackDown May 22, 2026: Gunther Responds to Cody Rhodes' Attack
A look back at the key events from WWE SmackDown on May 22, 2026, including Gunther's reaction to Cody Rhodes' assault, Rhea Ripley's respon...
Randy Orton defeated Aleister Black and Solo Sikoa in a Triple Threat match to qualify for the Elimination Chamber.
Tiffany Stratton beat Lash Legend and Chelsea Green in a Triple Threat match to earn her spot in the Women's Elimination Chamber match.
Cody Rhodes ambushed Drew McIntyre, continuing their feud after the Royal Rumble.
Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY successfully defended their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship against Giulia and Kiana James.
Carmelo Hayes overcame The Miz in a non-title match.
Randy Orton secured his place in his 10th Elimination Chamber match by defeating Aleister Black and Solo Sikoa. Tiffany Stratton also qualified for the Women's Elimination Chamber after defeating Lash Legend and Chelsea Green.
The animosity between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre intensified as Rhodes attacked McIntyre, setting the stage for a potential WrestleMania showdown.
Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY retained their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship. Carmelo Hayes continued his momentum with a win over The Miz. Other notable moments included Oba Femi defeating Kit Wilson and Tama Tonga’s victory over Shinsuke Nakamura with help from The MFTs. Jade Cargill and Jordynne Grace faced off against Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez, with Grace and Cargill ultimately securing the win after a miscommunication between Morgan and Rodriguez.
Q: Who qualified for the Elimination Chamber on SmackDown?
Randy Orton and Tiffany Stratton won their respective matches to qualify for the Elimination Chamber.
Q: What happened between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre?
Cody Rhodes attacked Drew McIntyre, escalating their ongoing rivalry.
Q: Who retained their titles on the show?
Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY successfully defended their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship.
Randy Orton and Tiffany Stratton are heading to the Elimination Chamber.
The feud between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre is far from over.
The women’s tag team division continues to gain prominence with high-profile stars in the mix.
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