LA Knight Retains United States Title on SmackDown

On the October 11, 2024 episode of WWE SmackDown, LA Knight successfully defended his United States Championship against Carmelo Hayes, who was competing in his first main roster title match after defeating AJ Styles last week. The match was marred by distractions from Andrade, who has a vested interest in the title. Additionally, Roman Reigns made a much-anticipated appearance after his victory at Bad Blood, where he teamed with Cody Rhodes, and is expected to address his future in the ring. The WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship was also on the line, as champions Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill faced off against NXT stars Jakara Jackson and Lash Legend. This episode served as a fallout from the recent Bad Blood event, heightening the stakes for all involved. The wrestling community is buzzing with the potential ramifications of these matches and appearances.