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WWE's collaboration with Lucha Libre AAA, 'Worlds Collide,' averaged 76,000 viewers on YouTube, peaking at 107,000 during the main event. The show, taped in Chicago, featured CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, and El Grande Americano defeating Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh, and Omos. Despite strong ratings, the event faced criticism for airing simultaneously with AEW's tribute to the late PAC.
WWE and AAA held the 'Worlds Collide' event at Chicago's Allstate Arena on September 26, 2026. The card featured a six-person tag team match where CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, and El Grande Americano defeated JD McDonagh, Omos, and Dominik Mysterio. Oba Femi subsequently attacked Omos. The event was not broadcast live but will air on YouTube on September 30 to counter AEW's 'Dynamite' programming.
WWE confirmed on SmackDown that its Worlds Collide event will not be broadcast live, instead streaming exclusively on YouTube on September 30. According to Fightful Select, this decision was made in early August to impact AEW All Out ticket sales in Chicago. Both events are scheduled for the same night at the Allstate Arena, marking the first time both promotions have held shows in the same city simultaneously.
CM Punk defeated Finn Bálor and GUNTHER in a triple threat match to earn the final spot in the men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match. The bout served as the closing segment of the September 25, 2026, episode of SmackDown. This result confirms Punk's participation in the upcoming ladder match, eliminating his two opponents from the opportunity. The outcome aligns with pre-show run sheet predictions, though it represents a shift from earlier uncertainty regarding his qualification status.
CM Punk and Lash Legend earned spots in the Money in the Bank Ladder Matches, while Trick Williams retained the U.S. Title against Baron Corbin in a Steel Cage Match.
Sami Zayn’s September SmackDown win over CM Punk drew initial skepticism in WWE, but Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer reports the reasons for recapturing the title will make sense in the end, as Zayn is positioned to face a rotation of rivals (Owens, Gunther, Balor, Punk, Rhodes, Orton) and could headline Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia; this marks the fifth WWE Championship change of the year.
Sami Zayn’s WWE Championship win on SmackDown sparks a chaotic, hot-potato run with CM Punk, Johnny Gargano and Kevin Owens, signaling an unpredictable road to WrestleMania as Roman Reigns carries the World Heavyweight Championship and Stephanie Vaquer wins the Women’s World Championship at a Chile live event.
CM Punk posted a reflective Instagram Story after losing the WWE Championship to Sami Zayn on SmackDown in Mexico City, emphasizing his willingness to try again and reclaim the belt after a 67-day reign. The title change was the fifth in 2026, with earlier switches involving Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, and other key players.
CM Punk is slated to defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Sami Zayn in the closing match of SmackDown from Arena CDMX, following Zayn's challenge after Punk's defense against Johnny Gargano. The show airs at 8 PM ET on USA Network, with international viewers able to watch via Netflix, though plans can still change before or during the live broadcast.
Spoilers from Raw and SmackDown taped in Cleveland reveal Penta El Zero Miedo winning the No. 1 Contender tournament to face Roman Reigns, CM Punk booking a WWE Championship title match against Johnny Gargano on SmackDown, Raquel Rodriguez retaining the Intercontinental Championship with Lyra Valkyria interference, and multiple set-ups and angles including a parking-lot incident and Sept. 11 show preparations.
Spoilers for WWE SmackDown (Sept. 4), taped Aug. 28 in Cleveland, reveal CM Punk defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Johnny Gargano with Punk prevailing, and Punk later offering Sami Zayn a title shot in Mexico City. The show also features backstage with CM Punk and Nick Aldis, plus in‑ring bits: Charlotte Flair & Tatum Paxley vs. Fatal Influence, Nia Jax interrupting and defeating Tiffany Stratton, Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton speaking, Lil Yachty music video, Bakusai (Shinsuke Nakamura & Kyoki) beating The Miz & Kit Wilson, and Giulia attacking Blake Monroe before their match.
SmackDown taped Sept. 4 in Cleveland with CM Punk defeating Johnny Gargano to retain the WWE Championship in Gargano’s hometown; Punk then challenged Sami Zayn for Sept. 11 in Mexico City. The episode also announced Mexico City bouts: Chelsea Green vs. Nia Jax for the Women’s Championship and Nia Jax vs. Tiffany Stratton, plus Paige vs. Nikki Bella for Sept. 11. A Sept. 6 Atlanta six-woman tag (Charlotte Flair and Tatum Paxley with Alexa Bliss vs Jade Cargill, B-Fab & Michin) was set after Flair and Paxley defeated Fatal Influence. Other notes included Danhausen with Gunther, the Bakusai debut of Shinsuke Nakamura & Kyoki vs Miz & Kit Wilson, and a series of promos; Blake Monroe vs Giulia did not start due to an early attack.
On SmackDown, Sami Zayn interrupts Kevin Owens’ bid for the Undisputed Championship, hints at a love-hate dynamic with CM Punk, and ultimately attacks both Punk and KO after Punk’s win, setting up a potential three-way feud among Punk, KO, and Sami. The show also featured Damien Priest vs. R-Truth in tag drama, Giulia’s clash with Blake Monroe and related antics, Lil Yachty’s teased matchup with Baron Corbin, Lash Legend vs. Tiffany Stratton with Chelsea Green saving the day, plus a high-energy Cody Rhodes–Randy Orton opening and a Nick Aldis stipulation that raises tension ahead of Sunday’s Main Event.
SmackDown on Aug. 21, 2026 in Toronto ended with CM Punk defeating Kevin Owens for the WWE Championship after Sami Zayn interfered and blasted both competitors, costing KO the title; The MFTs retained the WWE Tag Team Championship against Damian Priest & R-Truth with Haku in their corner, and the show also featured Nakamura and Kyoki signaling a takeover, Blake Monroe attacking Giulia, Lash Legend vs Tiffany Stratton, and multiple promos and highlights from the night.
WWE is reportedly booking CM Punk vs. Kevin Owens as a single-match title bout, with Owens listed as the betting favorite but not guaranteed to win; a disqualification or countout could still crown him, and the plan is for a one‑and‑done feud set for Toronto's Scotiabank Arena as part of SmackDown.