by The August 29, 2025 episode of WWE SmackDown—the go-home show before Clash in Paris (PLE)—took place at the LDLC Arena in Lyon-Décines, France. This edition of SmackDown crowned a new United States Champion and featured Michin’s quick humiliation of Kiana James in a singles match.
The night kicked off with a fiery promo between Logan Paul and John Cena, setting the tone for a stacked card. The episode also determined the new #1 contender for the WWE Women’s Championship—read on for all the highlights and results.
WWE SmackDown 29 August 2025 Complete Results — Winners and Losers
- Alexa Bliss defeated Chelsea Green via pinfall
- Michin defeated Kiana James via pinfall
- The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford) defeated Melo Don’t Miz (The Miz & Carmelo Hayes) via pinfall (Dawkins pinned Melo)
- Sami Zayn became the new United States Champion by defeating Solo Sikoa via pinfall
All Highlights and Major Moments from the Show
- Logan Paul opened the show by entering the ring and declaring himself a “disruptor,” not the “parasite” John Cena called him during their previous confrontation. Paul took credit for WWE’s deals with Netflix and ESPN, proclaiming himself the future of the company and dismissing Cena as outdated. He vowed to dominate in their upcoming match to prove his point. Cena interrupted, calling Paul a “dollar store” version of himself, downplaying Paul’s influence, and accusing him of seeking relevance to revive his waning career. Engaging the French crowd, Cena emphasized authenticity and respect, contrasting his genuine fan connection with Paul’s gimmicks, and warned Paul that wrestling would expose him if he didn’t bring his best.
- As Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss made their entrance for the Women’s Tag Team Championship match against Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre, Chelsea and Alba attacked them from behind. It was announced that Charlotte couldn’t compete, leading to an impromptu singles match between Alexa and Chelsea.
- After Alexa Bliss defeated Chelsea Green, a frustrated Chelsea, along with Alba Fyre, attacked Alexa. Charlotte Flair—limping—tried to help, but both her and Alexa were taken out by Chelsea and Alba, with the latter duo standing tall to end the segment.
- The match between Michin and Kiana James ended almost instantly, with Michin securing a roll-up pin as soon as the bell rang. After this humiliation, Kiana and her associate Giulia attacked Michin in the ring—Giulia delivered a knee strike and sent Michin crashing into the steel steps at ringside.
- Drew McIntyre entered the ring, demanding a medical update on Cody Rhodes from Michael Cole. Receiving no response, he called out Randy Orton. The French crowd sang Orton’s theme as he appeared. McIntyre questioned Orton’s motives for attacking him, suggesting Orton was being manipulated by Cody for information rather than acting out of friendship. Orton retorted that he attacked McIntyre simply because he dislikes him, which led to a brawl. McIntyre landed a headbutt, but Orton answered with a hanging DDT. As tensions intensified, Orton delivered RKOs to several security guards and attempted to hit McIntyre with a punt kick, but McIntyre escaped by rolling out of the ring.
- Backstage, Jade Cargill informed Tiffany Stratton that she is now the #1 contender for the WWE Women’s Championship, currently held by Tiffany.
