Damian Priest and R-Truth will defend the Tag Team Championships on WWE SmackDown

The current champions will put the gold on the line against two old acquaintances

JC Mateo and Tama Tonga will have the chance to reclaim the titles they lost 35 days ago

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Antonio Rubio
Antonio Rubio
Published 04/24/2026

WWE will celebrate tonight the episode of Friday Night SmackDown following WrestleMania 42. The show will take place at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, and will feature the appearance of some of the main event stars, including Rhea Ripley, Jacob Fatu, Brie Bella, Paige, Trick Williams, and Lil Yachty. Additionally, Giulia will defend the United States Women's Championship. But it won't be the only title on the line.

According to WrestleVotes as reported by Fightful Select, Damian Priest and R-Truth will defend the WWE Tag Team Championships against JC Mateo and Tama Tonga from MFT. It is worth noting that Solo Sikoa, leader of the faction, already announced last week that he would speak with Nick Aldis to secure a title opportunity and continue with the goal of winning all possible gold for the group.

This will be the third occasion in which R-Truth and Damian Priest defend the titles in their first reign as a team. And they will do so precisely against the two men they took them from 35 days ago. So far, WWE has not officially announced the match.

Updated WWE SmackDown Card for April 24, 2026

  • United States Women's Championship Match: Giulia (c) vs. Tiffany Stratton.
  • WWE Tag Team Championships Match: Damian Priest and R-Truth (c) vs. MFT (JC Mateo and Tama Tonga) (not officially announced by WWE yet)
  • Trick Williams and Lil Yachty will have a championship celebration.
  • Paige and Brie Bella will be present on the show as the new WWE Women's Tag Team Champions.
  • Rhea Ripley returns to SmackDown as the new WWE Women's Champion.
  • Jacob Fatu will deliver a promo following his challenge to Roman Reigns.