WWE Friday Night SmackDown #1282

"Memphis Mayhem: A Night of Thrills and Surprises at the FedExForum"

March 14th, 2024, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee - In a city rich in wrestling history, World Wrestling Entertainment brought its A-game to the Bluff City with a stacked card that left fans cheering and craving more. This night will be remembered for its electric atmosphere, hard-hitting action, and surprises around every corner.

The show kicked off with a thrilling tag team match between Legado del Fantasma (Angel and Berto) and LWO (Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde). The former champions looked to earn a shot at the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Titles, but their opponents had other plans. In a high-energy contest that saw both teams trading holds and near-falls, Legado del Fantasma emerged victorious in 9:12. This win not only earned them a spot in the #1 contender's match but also demonstrated their continued dominance in the tag team division.

Next up was Randy Orton, looking to prove his status as one of the all-time greats. The Viper faced off against Grayson Waller, and it was clear that both men wanted to make a statement. In a hard-hitting affair, Orton's experience and cunning ultimately paid off, as he submitted Waller in 7:37. This victory solidified Orton's position as a top contender for the WWE SmackDown Championship.

The night's first surprise came when Santos Escobar took on Dragon Lee. The former WWE Cruiserweight Champion looked to assert his dominance over the young and hungry Lee. In a match that flew by in just 1:58, Escobar's technical prowess proved too much for Lee, securing him another win in an impressive streak.

The main event of the first half saw New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) take on Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince and Kit Wilson) in another WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Qualifying Match. The two teams clashed in a back-and-forth affair that showcased their impressive tag team skills. In the end, New Catch Republic's experience and chemistry proved decisive, as they emerged victorious in 11:14.

The second half of the show got underway with Bayley looking to bounce back from a recent losing streak against Dakota Kai. The former champion was determined to prove her worth, and she did just that, submitting Kai in 7:33 to earn a much-needed win.

In the end, this night will be remembered for its high-octane action, surprises, and a glimpse into what's to come for these talented competitors. As the WWE continues to navigate the ever-changing landscape of professional wrestling, one thing is certain - Memphis has earned itself a spot as a must-visit destination for any fan of the sport.

Full Card Results

Legado del Fantasma (Angel and Berto) defeat LWO (Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Qualifying Match (9:12)
Randy Orton defeats Grayson Waller in a Singles Match (7:37)
Santos Escobar defeats Dragon Lee in a Singles Match (1:58)
New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) defeat Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince and Kit Wilson) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Qualifying Match (11:14)
Bayley defeats Dakota Kai in a Singles Match (7:33)

Attendance: 12,122

Broadcast Date: March 14th, 2024

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Card Details

Date: 14 Mar 2024
Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
Arena: FedExForum
Attendance: 12122
Type: TV-Show
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 14 Mar 2024

Matches

Legado del Fantasma (Angel and Berto) defeat LWO (Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Qualifying Match
Match Time: 09:12
Randy Orton defeat Grayson Waller in a Singles Match
Match Time: 07:37
Santos Escobar defeat Dragon Lee in a Singles Match
Match Time: 01:58
New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) defeat Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince and Kit Wilson) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Qualifying Match
Match Time: 11:14
Bayley defeat Dakota Kai in a Singles Match
Match Time: 07:33