We bring you coverage for the episode of WWE SmackDown airing on April 12, 2024.
The show begins with Cody Rhodes, the new Undisputed WWE Universal Champion. He talks about how it felt to be face-to-face with The Rock on RAW. It was uncomfortable, and awkward, but he believed him when he said he would be going away, and would later return for him. The Rock won’t need to look far, because he will be standing right here. That is in the rear view.
Next up, they get on a plane and head to France for Backlash. He is going to face one of the six competitors we see tonight. Cody talks about each of them one by one. Forgive him for a moment. We are very sold out tonight. He takes a good look at everyone. Before he goes, he reminds everyone on the blue brand who he is.
The Bloodline show up (minus Roman Reigns) to find Cody Rhodes has the VIP locker room usually reserved for them. Kevin Owens enters and tells them there is a broom closet down the corridor. Paul Heyman tells Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso this is the consequence of losing. They will make it right.
#1. [Winner Advances To #1 Contenders Match] LA Knight vs. Bobby Lashley vs. Santos Escobar – Winner: LA Knight
Rey Mysterio believes that Santos Escobar attacked Dragon Lee, despite him saying otherwise. He also believes he has one last run as WWE Champion in him.
WWE SmackDown Results (4/12/2024)
On April 12, 2024, WWE SmackDown aired an episode that featured several exciting moments and matches. One of the highlights of the show was Cody Rhodes, the new Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, addressing his recent encounter with The Rock on RAW.
Cody Rhodes began by expressing his discomfort and awkwardness during his face-to-face confrontation with The Rock. However, he believed The Rock’s words when he said he would be going away and returning for Cody Rhodes. Cody confidently stated that The Rock won’t have to look far because he will be standing right there, ready to face him.
The episode also revealed that Cody Rhodes and the rest of the WWE SmackDown roster would be heading to France for the Backlash event. Cody mentioned that he would be facing one of the six competitors showcased on that night’s episode. He took a moment to acknowledge the sold-out crowd and reminded everyone on the blue brand who he is.
In another segment, The Bloodline (excluding Roman Reigns) discovered that Cody Rhodes had taken over their usual VIP locker room. Kevin Owens intervened and sarcastically suggested a broom closet down the corridor as an alternative for The Bloodline. Paul Heyman assured Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso that they would make things right after their recent loss.
The first match of the night was a triple threat match between LA Knight, Bobby Lashley, and Santos Escobar. The winner of this match would advance to a #1 contenders match. LA Knight emerged victorious, securing his spot in the upcoming match.
Rey Mysterio, who was not involved in any matches on this particular episode, expressed his belief that Santos Escobar was responsible for attacking Dragon Lee, despite Escobar’s denial. Rey also stated that he still had one last run as WWE Champion left in him.
Overall, the April 12, 2024 episode of WWE SmackDown provided fans with an exciting glimpse into the ongoing storylines and upcoming matches in the WWE universe. Cody Rhodes’ reign as the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, the tension between The Bloodline and Cody, and the intense competition between LA Knight, Bobby Lashley, and Santos Escobar added to the anticipation for future events. Wrestling enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing these storylines unfold and the thrilling matches that lie ahead.