The stunning, unexpected death of Bray Wyatt this week has tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown in Lousiville in a state of flux. Some of what was initially promoted for the show now appears to be off, including a segment with the return of Jimmy Uso.
Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful says there is expected to be a “significant tribute element” for Wyatt.
It should go without saying at this point, but I've been told tonight's Smackdown show is looking special and will have a significant tribute element to Bray Wyatt
— Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com (@SeanRossSapp) August 25, 2023
Two matches look like they are still on tap for tonight. One will see IYO SKY make her first televised defense of the WWE Women’s Championship against Zelina Vega.
The other match that remains on for now pits Vega’s LWO teammate, Rey Mysterio, against Grayson Waller. Mysterio’s United States Championship is not on the line, but the two men have an ongoing issue that goes beyond the title.
It’s possible that WWE will release additional information about what to expect from the Wyatt tribute elements, and we’ll update this post with more information if and when it comes in. What’s sure to be an emotional WWE SmackDown takes place at 8 p.m. ET on FOX.