WWE SmackDown preview: venue, time, match card, appearances for 1/12/24 episode

The New Year’s Resolution SmackDown Live on January 05, 2024, saw the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns getting a Fatal 4-way match against Randy Orton, LA Knight, and AJ Styles for Royal Rumble on January 27.

This week on the January 12, 2024 episode of SmackDown Live, Logan Paul will address Kevin Owens for last week’s debacle and their upcoming match on January 27. Other wrestlers like Cameron Grimes, Bianca Belair, Grayson Waller, and Bayley will also make appearances at the Pinnacle Bank Arena for their respective matches in Lincoln, Nebraska.

WWE SmackDown 1/12/24 venue, time

Friday Night SmackDown, part of WWE for around 25 years since its founding in 1999, has been a platform for the rise of many superstars, including John Cena and The Rock. The upcoming event at Pinnacle Bank Arena on January 12, 2024, in Lincoln, Nebraska, promises exciting matches.

The event starts at 8 pm ET on FOX, with the arena accommodating 15,500 seats for the audience. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster, ranging from $25 to $200.

WWE SmackDown 1/12/24 match card

Friday Night SmackDown will be following the events of the January 05, 2024 episode of the blue brand which saw some iconic moments. Kevin Owens knocked out Logan Paul after he won the United States Championship tournament.

Nick Aldis the General Manager of SmackDown, scheduled a Fatal 4-way match for Roman Reigns facing off against Randy Orton, LA Knight, and AJ Styles for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship in Royal Rumble.

This week the confirmed match cards are:-

Cameron Grimes vs. Grayson Waller:

During the January 5 episode of SmackDown Live, Cameron Grimes mocked Logan Paul, who was knocked out by Kevin Owens, which led to Grayson Waller knocking him instead. The two last faced each other in November, with Grayson Waller defeating Grimes in the match.

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Bianca Belair vs. Bayley:

Bianca Belair will face the leader of ‘Damage CTRL’ Bayley in the upcoming event. Both wrestlers are long-time rivals and have bested each other a number of times.

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Belair even went on a hiatus after a short confrontation with ‘Damage CTRL’. Bianca during the 11/3/23 episode of SmackDown Live, defeated Bayley and even dropped her on the broadcast table with ‘The Kiss of Death’. This week may see another brutal confrontation between the female icons.

Joaquin Wilde & Cruz Del Toro (LWO) vs. Angel Garza & Humberto Carrillo (Los Lotharios) (w/ Santos Escobar):

The dynamic duo of Joaquin Wilde & Cruz Del Toro will face Los Lotharios’s Angel Garza & Humberto Carrillo. Santos Escobar’s new partners Angel and Humberto are ready for the match against the Latino World Order. As Escobar is a former LWO member, fans are excited to see how the drama unfolds.

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United States Champion Logan Paul may also appear to address Kevin Owens after KO attacked the champ last week with a knockout punch. The Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns may also make an appearance to address his opponents who are set to face him in Royal Rumble 2024 for his title.

Friday Night SmackDown for January 12, 2024, has some exciting matches set for both the men’s division and the female wrestler’s division. Fans are eagerly waiting for the show and what this will lead to for the upcoming premium live event, Royal Rumble on January 27.

Anil Chowdhury

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Anil is a wrestling sports enthusiast who has been watching the sport for 15 years, his love for the sport started through watching and admiring WWE superstars like John Cena, Randy Orton, and Undertaker. As a WWE news writer, he provides timely and insightful coverage of events, matches, and developments within the world of professional wrestling. With a passion for the sport, he aims to deliver engaging and informative content that resonates with fans and keeps them updated on the latest WWE happenings.

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