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WWE Friday Night SmackDown: The New Era After WrestleMania 42

: Rhea Ripley . Ripley captured the title from Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 Night 2. WWE Friday Night Smack Down

The "SmackDown after Mania" on April 24, 2026, marked a turning point with several high-profile debuts and roster shifts: WWE Friday Night SmackDown: The New Era After

: Cody Rhodes . After a grueling victory over Randy Orton at WrestleMania 42, "The American Nightmare" remains the face of the brand. After a grueling victory over Randy Orton at

The brand's championship landscape was significantly reshaped during WrestleMania and the following weeks:

: Trick Williams . Williams secured his first main-roster title by defeating Sami Zayn on the second night of WrestleMania.

Following the explosive events of WrestleMania 42, has entered a transformative period characterized by major title changes, a wave of NXT call-ups, and a shifting landscape of alliances . Currently broadcasting on the USA Network , the "Blue Brand" continues its legacy as a cornerstone of sports entertainment, recently recording high viewership for its post-WrestleMania fallout episodes. Current Champions on SmackDown (as of late April 2026)