Brie Bella and Paige will defend the Tag Team Championships for the first time on WWE SmackDown

WWE will celebrate a new episode of Friday Night SmackDown tonight from the BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The show will continue to pave the way towards Backlash and will feature the presence of some of its main stars, such as Jacob Fatu.

Additionally, Brie Bella and Paige will defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax and Lash Legend), as announced by the company on its social media. This will be Brie and Paige's first title defense since their victory at WrestleMania 42. On the other hand, their rivals will try to regain the gold to continue their dominance in the division.

Furthermore, the company has also confirmed the presence of Sami Zayn, who will deliver a promo to explain his actions from last week, where he interrupted Trick Williams' celebration to attack the new United States Champion and the increasingly popular "Gingerbread Man".

Updated WWE SmackDown Card for May 1, 2026

• WWE Women's Tag Team Championships Match: Brie Bella and Paige (c) vs. The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax and Lash Legend)
• Jacy Jayne vs. Charlotte Flair
• Cody Rhodes will kick off the show.
• Ricky Saints will make his debut on the blue brand.
• Sami Zayn will address the fans following his attack on Trick Williams and the "Gingerbread Man" last week.
• Jacob Fatu will deliver a new promo following his attack on Roman Reigns on WWE Raw.