WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler confirmed on Twitter that he will remain a color commentator on SmackDown when the show moves to the USA Network on January 7th.
Can't wait! Should be a lot of fun! I got some surprises in store for him! https://t.co/qxKqHfhB8L
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) December 31, 2015
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) December 31, 2015
Mauro Ranallo will make his WWE debut as the lead announcer of SmackDown next Thursday. It remains to be seen who else joins Ranallo and Lawler.
As noted, John Cena will be appearing on the show.
WWE tapes the episode from Laredo, TX at the Laredo Energy Arena. Other Superstars who are advertised to appear at the taping include Dean Ambrose, Roman Reigns, Kane, Big Show, Bray Wyatt and many more.