WWE SmackDown Highlights: Tatum Paxley Debuts Against Michin

On August 28, 2026, WWE SmackDown took place at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, featuring Tatum Paxley in her first match on the main roster against Michin.

This match followed a challenge issued by Michin after an interruption involving Paxley, Alexa Bliss, and Charlotte Flair during a previous episode. Michin was returning to SmackDown after participating in a tag team match on July 31.

In addition to this match, interim WWE Women's Champion Chelsea Green teamed up with Tiffany Stratton to face Nia Jax and Legend in a women's tag team bout. Jacy Jayne defended her Women's United States Championship against Paige, marking her first title defense since winning it on August 14. CM Punk also made an appearance after retaining his Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens, while Cody Rhodes prepared for his upcoming match against Randy Orton.