With WrestleMania 41 just around the corner, WWE SmackDown delivered an action-packed show on March 28, 2025, live from the O2 Arena in London. From high-stakes championship matches to explosive confrontations, the night set the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable WrestleMania. Here’s a full recap of everything that went down.

Contract Signing Turns into a War of Words

The biggest moment of the night came when Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins met in the ring for the official WrestleMania 41 main event contract signing. As expected, tensions ran high, with each man making it clear that they planned to walk out of WrestleMania as the Undisputed WWE Champion.

Trash talk quickly escalated, and just as things seemed ready to explode into a full-blown brawl, WWE officials stepped in to prevent chaos. However, the battle lines have been drawn—this triple-threat match will be one of the most anticipated WrestleMania main events in years.

LA Knight Retains, But Controversy Ensues

LA Knight defended his United States Championship against Braun Strowman in a hard-hitting match. Strowman used his power to dominate early on, but Knight’s resilience kept him in the fight. Just when it looked like Knight was in trouble, Jacob Fatu shockingly interfered, attacking Strowman and causing a disqualification.

With the match ending in chaos, questions remain about the U.S. Championship’s status heading into WrestleMania. Will Knight be forced to defend the title again, or will Fatu’s interference lead to a new challenger emerging?

The Street Profits Retain WWE Tag Team Titles

The WWE Tag Team Champions, The Street Profits (Montez Ford & Angelo Dawkins), successfully defended their titles against Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince & Kit Wilson) in a fast-paced, highly competitive match.

Despite Pretty Deadly’s underhanded tactics, Ford and Dawkins proved why they are one of WWE’s top teams, securing the win with a stunning combination finisher. With this victory, they head into WrestleMania with momentum on their side.

Alba Fyre & Piper Niven Win with Chelsea Green’s Help

The women’s tag team division was on full display as Alba Fyre & Piper Niven squared off against Katana Chance & Kayden Carter. In a match filled with impressive athleticism, Fyre and Niven picked up the win—thanks in part to Chelsea Green’s interference.

With WrestleMania approaching, could this trio be positioning themselves for a tag title opportunity?

Cody Rhodes Confronted by Randy Orton & Drew McIntyre

Cody Rhodes addressed the WWE Universe, reflecting on his journey and what’s next for him. But before he could finish, Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre interrupted, leading to a heated exchange between all three men.

The verbal confrontation hinted at future battles, and with WrestleMania fast approaching, it’s clear that Rhodes won’t have an easy path moving forward.

Other SmackDown Highlights:

  • Drew McIntyre defeated Randy Orton after a distraction from Kevin Owens, adding more fuel to their ongoing feud.

  • Charlotte Flair defeated Michin via submission, sending a strong message to the women’s division.

  • Jimmy Uso picked up a win over The Miz, continuing his rise as a serious singles competitor.

Final Thoughts

This week’s SmackDown was packed with WrestleMania implications, from the triple-threat contract signing to championship battles and rivalries heating up. With only a short time left before WWE’s biggest show of the year, expect things to get even more intense in the coming weeks.

What was your favorite moment from SmackDown? Let us know in the comments below!