WWE has announced several new things for tonight’s episode of SmackDown.
First up is WWE Hall Of Famer Lita appearing on the show to hype her participation in the Women’s Royal Rumble match. This will mark the first time in nearly 20 years that she has appeared on SmackDown.
WWE has also confirmed that Seth Rollins and Universal Champion Roman Reigns will have a confrontation ahead of their title match at the Royal Rumble. Finally, Natalya vs. Aliyah, which marks Aliyah’s SmackDown singles debut, and the premiere episode of Sami Zayn’s own stunt show, InZayn, will take place.
WWE noted that Zayn promises to out-“Jackass” Johnny Knoxville on the show. As noted, the actor will be competing in the Men’s Royal Rumble match.
#UniversalChampion @WWERomanReigns and his #RoyalRumble challenger @WWERollins come face-to-face TONIGHT on #SmackDown, 8/7c on @FOXTV! https://t.co/G52NjKh6CY
— WWE (@WWE) January 14, 2022