Cody Rhodes retained his Undisputed WWE Championship by defeating Solo Sikoa in a steel cage match during the season premiere of 'WWE SmackDown' on USA Network. The episode marked SmackDown's return to USA after five years on FOX, featuring a new logo and theme song 'Neva Play' by Megan Thee Stallion. Roman Reigns made a significant return, assisting Rhodes against The Bloodline. Kevin Owens also featured prominently, with Randy Orton rumored to return as his mystery partner. The first 30 minutes of the show were commercial-free as part of the rebranding effort. Despite Rhodes' victory, ongoing tensions with The Bloodline suggest further developments in this rivalry.