Full Breakdown
WWE SmackDown: Survivor Series Go-Home Show Highlights
11/29/2025, 11:34:51 AM
Key Matches and Results
On November 28, 2025, WWE SmackDown took place at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, serving as the final event before the Survivor Series: WarGames. The show featured several significant matches that set the stage for the upcoming premium live event.
In the quarterfinals of "The Last Time Is Now" tournament, Jey Uso defeated Rusev, advancing closer to potentially facing John Cena in his retirement match on December 13. Uso executed a combination of a spear and an Uso Splash to secure the victory. Meanwhile, LA Knight triumphed over The Miz, who had replaced Sheamus as Knight's mystery opponent. Despite The Miz's attempts to gain an advantage, including a distraction and a near pinfall, Knight ultimately won with his finishing move, the BFT.
The main event showcased a traditional Survivor Series elimination match where Solo Sikoa emerged as the sole survivor for The MFTs, defeating Sami Zayn after a series of eliminations. The match concluded with Sikoa hitting Zayn with a Samoan Spike, solidifying his position ahead of Survivor Series.
Women's Championship Celebration Interrupted
Chelsea Green's celebration for becoming a two-time United States Champion was abruptly interrupted by Jade Cargill, the reigning WWE Women's Champion. Cargill attacked Green during her celebration, delivering her finishing move, Jaded, and asserting her dominance in the women's division. This confrontation added tension leading into the Survivor Series.
WarGames Advantage Match
Charlotte Flair faced Asuka in a pivotal match to secure an advantage for her team in the Women's WarGames match at Survivor Series. Flair emerged victorious, countering Asuka's mist attempt and executing a Natural Selection for the win. This result grants Flair's team a strategic edge in the upcoming WarGames match.
Official Statements & Responses
WWE officials have emphasized the importance of the Survivor Series: WarGames, highlighting the unique format and the stakes involved. The inclusion of traditional elimination matches on SmackDown was noted as a way to maintain the event's legacy while introducing the WarGames concept, which has revitalized interest in Survivor Series.
Criticism & Opposition
Some fans expressed disappointment regarding The Miz's unexpected entry into the tournament, feeling that it lacked the excitement of a more surprising reveal. Critics noted that while Miz has a storied history with Cena, the reveal did not meet expectations for a significant surprise.
What's Next
The Survivor Series: WarGames is set to take place on November 29, 2025, featuring two WarGames matches and the culmination of various storylines, including Cena's final match and the ongoing rivalries within the women's division. The outcomes of these matches will likely shape the direction of WWE programming leading into WrestleMania 42.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It is an honor to serve as THE greatest women's champion…” — Jade Cargill
- “The Megastar said he has all the respect in the world for John Cena, but his 'Last Time is Now' Tournament is starting to piss him off.” — LA Knight
- “Other takeaways/storylines • Charlotte Flair pinned Asuka, giving Flair's team the numbers advantage in the WarGames match Saturday.” — WWE Official Statement
This edition of SmackDown effectively set the stage for Survivor Series, blending traditional elements with new formats to engage the audience.
