On December 16, 2022, Roman Reigns will return to SmackDown, two titles will be on the line, and above all else, Sami Zayn might have undergone a makeover.
It was announced on Friday, December 9 that Roman Reigns will be returning on December 16. Our premium service, Fightful Select reported that both Drew McIntyre and Roman Reigns would not be out of action for long. As part of Roman Reigns' return, the Usos have suggested to Sami Zayn that he got a haircut prior to the return of the WWE Undisputed Universal Champion.
Also next week, Ricochet will challenge GUNTHER for the WWE Intercontinental Championship. Ricochet earned this opportunity by winning the WWE World Cup Tournament and now, he has the chance to win back the WWE Intercontinental Championship from the person that took it from him. Additionally, Damage CTRL will defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship against Tegan Nox and Liv Morgan.
Rounding out the card for next week, Hit Row, Legado Del Fantasma, and the Viking Raiders will meet in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match. On the outside, Zelina Vega, B-Fab, and Valhalla will be ready for a fight of their own.
Here's the full breakdown of the December 16 card:
- Roman Reigns returns
- WWE Intercontinental Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Ricochet
- WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship: Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai & IYO SKY) vs. Liv Morgan & Tegan Nox
- Hit Row (Top Dolla and Ashantee “Thee” Adonis) vs. Viking Raiders (Erik and Ivar) vs. Legado del Fantasma (Joaquin Wilde and Cruz Del Toro)
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