WWE SmackDown Features CM Punk vs. Sami Zayn in Title Match

WWE SmackDown took place live in Mexico City, Mexico, featuring a main event where WWE Champion CM Punk defended his title against former champion Sami Zayn.

Zayn earned this opportunity by challenging Punk after Punk's successful title defense against Johnny Gargano the previous week. This match marks their first singles encounter since Punk defeated Zayn for the title in July.

In addition to the main event, interim WWE Women’s Champion Chelsea Green defended her title against Nia Jax, who secured her shot with a victory over Lash Legend. Other matches included AAA Tag Team Champions The War Raiders defending against Damian Priest and R-Truth, as well as AAA Cruiserweight Champion Rey Fenix facing Ricky Starks. Nikki Bella also competed against Paige in a grudge match.