Brad Nessler Calls The Action, Orton And Knight Win, Cassidy Beats Angelico | WWE SD x AEW Recap
Here is your fight size update for WWE Friday Night SmackDown and AEW Rampage on Friday, December 8, 2023.
Here is your fight size update for WWE Friday Night SmackDown and AEW Rampage on Friday, December 8, 2023.
WWE SmackDown
– CBS play-by-play sportscaster Brad Nessler made a guest appearance on commentary.
So Brad Nessler is about to call a WWE match on Fox. pic.twitter.com/oHYwAPDBg5
— Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) December 9, 2023
– Randy Orton and LA Knight defeated Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso.
teamwork#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/IDeCsrkpMc
— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) December 9, 2023
– Asuka faced Charlotte Flair. Bayley interfered and helped Asuka clinch the win.
One thing you can say about @itsBayleyWWE… she’s loyal. @WWEAsuka is going to remember that. —
So is @MsCharlotteWWE. —#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/qkeiPxmXG0
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Santos Escobar and Bobby Lashley advanced in the WWE United States Championship Tournament by defeating Dragon Lee and Karrion Kross.
Escobar vs Bobby is locked in as our first Semi-Final —- —#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/gxz7WdHLMv
— WWE on TNT Sports (@wweontnt) December 9, 2023
– CM Punk delivered a heated message that referenced his time in AEW. He also took shots at Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins, and he stated that he wants to main-event WrestleMania.
“I don’t know who would feel comfortable working with somebody who randomly just punches people in the face backstage…” —@FightOwensFight, you can’t be doing that. —@CMPunk #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Rhld9Zahde
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– John Bradshaw Layfield returned to SmackDown and joined the commentary team.
JBL in the house! —#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/QdRJ3qvbxM
— WWE on TNT Sports (@wweontnt) December 9, 2023
– CM Punk spoke with Cody Rhodes backstage.
Who will finish their story first? —@CMPunk @CodyRhodes#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/W7ZMkZIL7s
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Randy Orton paid his fine for RKO-ing Nick Aldis.
.@realLAKnight wants #TheBloodline. @RandyOrton wants #TheBloodline. —-
Can they both send a message to @WWERomanReigns by defeating Jimmy @WWEUsos and @WWESoloSikoa tonight? #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Qv2BkuvVGK
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– CM Punk bumped into Kevin Owens backstage.
YES PLEASE!@CMPunk @FightOwensFight #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/yBOEUgA5QA
— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) December 9, 2023
– Triple H commented on the United States Army Drill Team appearing on WWE SnackDown.
We’re honored to have the United States Army Drill Team with us tonight for #SmackDown: Tribute to the Troops. pic.twitter.com/SzfNhS7Suc
— Triple H (@TripleH) December 9, 2023
– CM Punk briefly interacted with Randy Orton and LA Knight.
.@RandyOrton — @realLAKnight — @CMPunk#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/OURSw6GP32
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– WWE confirmed the bracket for the WWE United States Championship Tournament.
The bracket! —#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/fUE2VIW9Rp
— WWE on TNT Sports (@wweontnt) December 9, 2023
– Cody Rhodes commented on the importance of WWE Tribute to the Troops and thanked everyone who serves the country. He also introduced the U.S. Army Drill Team.
“On behalf of all of us at WWE, we would like to say thanks to our servicemen and women in attendance here tonight and of course for all those at home watching around the world.” —-@CodyRhodes #SmackDown: Tribute to the Troops pic.twitter.com/fUNSLp8lbR
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Grayson Waller responded to CM Punk.
Finally someone is on our side about this https://t.co/n84pFROPJy
— Grayson Waller (@GraysonWWE) December 9, 2023
– The War and Treaty performed “God Bless America”.
Such a beautiful rendition of “God Bless America” from @warandtreaty to kickoff #SmackDown: Tribute to the Troops! —-
The War And Treaty’s album Lover’s Game is available on Apple Music and Spotify:
Apple Music: https://t.co/izRqNJ9XGh
Spotify: https://t.co/QrJSDoiaum pic.twitter.com/7hOdKzzUdn— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Check out the card for the December 11 episode of WWE Raw here.
– Grayson Waller paid tribute to Owen Hart and mocked Kevin Owens.
— Grayson Waller (@GraysonWWE) December 8, 2023
– Damage CTRL thanked and hugged Bayley after Asuka’s win.
EXCLUSIVE: After @WWEAsuka‘s big win over @MsCharlotteWWE, she and the rest of #DamageCTRL join in thanking and hugging @itsBayleyWWE. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/wVvrVU4yGl
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Dominik Mysterio said his back hurt from carrying WWE.
EXCLUSIVE: #WWENXT North American Champion “Dirty” @DomMysterio35 states he was scouting his competition for Saturday’s #NXTDeadline, expressing his displeasure at having to face @DragonLee95 again. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/t6QZS8YOG2
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Michin made it clear that she had her sights set on Damage CTRL.
Coming with the RECEIPTS. Damage –, we comin for you. #Smackdown #WWE @ZelinaVegaWWE pic.twitter.com/iWWJcWKgsE
— Michin 미친 (@MiaYim) December 9, 2023
EXCLUSIVE: Despite being told he has a broken hand, @FightOwensFight still wants to punch @GraysonWWE and @_Theory1 next week. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/VHnCoIt9AL
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– JBL commented on his return.
Fun to be back for a night. pic.twitter.com/TllI10gpFQ
— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) December 9, 2023
– The War and Treaty commented on performing “God Bless America”.
EXCLUSIVE: Two-time 2024 Grammy nominees @warandtreaty express their honor and excitement of performing “God Bless America” and can’t wait to return to WWE. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/2jdZLq2iHd
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Click here to check out the card for the December 15 episode of WWE SmackDown.
-As part of WWE Tribute to the Troops, Ashante “Thee” Adonis discussed his time in the military.
EXCLUSIVE: @tehutimiles tells the story of his time in the military before becoming a WWE Superstar. #SmackDown: Tribute to the Troops pic.twitter.com/d9hbiETD2K
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Bobby Lashley and the Street Profits (Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins) thanked the United States Army Drill Team.
EXCLUSIVE: The United States Army Drill Team express their gratitude in performing tonight and get a surprise when @FightBobby and The #StreetProfits arrive to show their respect. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/KnJ3wJE1Np
— WWE (@WWE) December 9, 2023
– Click here to catch up on our coverage of the December 8 episode of WWE SmackDown. For a full review, check out the post-show podcast on our YouTube channel.
AEW Rampage
– Orange Cassidy defended the AEW International Championship against Angelico. HOOK and Danhausen, along with Small-Hausen, accompanied Cassidy to the ring. Serpentico interfered, and Danhausen took him out. Cassidy scored the win with an Orange Punch.
Angelico is OUT for the count! —-@orangecassidy #AEWRampage pic.twitter.com/HxYCRn8F53
— ———— (@WrestlingCovers) December 9, 2023
– Bryan Danielson defeated Daniel Garcia in an AEW Continental Classic match.
After an unbelievable match, @bryandanielson has 6 points heading into his #AEWContintentalClassic Blue League clash against @AndradeElIdolo TOMORROW NIGHT on #AEWCollision at 8/7c on TNT! pic.twitter.com/bKrF1FhYPX
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– Abandon defeated Trish Adora. TBS Champion Julia Hart confronted Abadon after the match.
TBS Champion Julia Hart appears in the ring!
What does she want with Abadon?
Watch #AEWRampage on TNT!@Abadon_AEW @TheJuliaHart pic.twitter.com/XdQDVVpFXI
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– Powerhouse Hobbs and Konosuke Takeshita of the Don Callis family defeated Chrisotpher Daniels and Matt Sydal.
Can’t keep the Powerhouse down!
Watch #AEWRampage on TNT!@Takesoup @TrueWillieHobbs @facdaniels @MattSydal pic.twitter.com/xrW6Ri0t1m
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– Dante Martin, Darius Martin, and Action Andretti accepted Penta El Zero Miedo’s challenge.
How will Dante Martin, Darius Martin and Action Andretti respond to Penta’s challenge for a Trios Match?
Watch #AEWRampage on TNT!@Lucha_Angel1 @DariusMartin612 @ActionAndretti @PENTAELZEROM pic.twitter.com/kxHguq4lCj
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– A video package highlighted the feud between Willow Nightingale and Mercedes Martinez.
TOMORROW NIGHT
Willow Nightingale and Mercedes Martinez face off on Collision! Who will be victorious in the latest chapter of their storied rivalry?Find out TOMORROW on #AEWCollision at 8pm ET/7pm CT on TNT!@willowwrestles @RealMMartinez pic.twitter.com/bM7V3SpJUC
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– Danhausen suggested a name for his signature punch.
The Groin Punch https://t.co/AbgI6bxfpz
— Danhausen (@DanhausenAD) December 9, 2023
– Bryan Danielson shared an emotional message after his match.
EXCLUSIVE: Bryan Danielson explains his actions at the end of his #AEWContinentalClassic match against Daniel Garcia on #AEWRampage@bryandanielson pic.twitter.com/6bJT2nTvy5
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– Daniel Garcia said he’s in a season of change after his loss.
EXCLUSIVE: Cameras catch up with a contemplative Daniel Garcia, after his battle against Bryan Danielson in the #AEWContinentalClassic on #AEWRampage@garciawrestling pic.twitter.com/6bk3NQwTgl
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
– HOOK will speak on the December 9 episode of AEW Collision.
TONIGHT
Saturday Night #AEWCollision
8PM ET / 7PM CT @tntdramaWe’ll hear from the FTW Champion @730hook
Don’t miss Saturday Night Collision!
8PM ET / 7PM CT @tntdrama pic.twitter.com/HBBM803cEE— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) December 9, 2023
Click here to catch up on our coverage of the December 8 episode of AEW Rampage.
