WWE SmackDown Results (October 18, 2024) Location: Colonial Life Arena, Columbia, South Carolina

Match 1: Triple Threat Number One Contenders Qualifier

Motor City Machine Guns vs. A-Town Down Under vs. Los Garza
Winners: Motor City Machine Guns

The match kicked off with Chris Sabin in the ring against Grayson Waller and Angel from Los Garza. Waller and Angel quickly teamed up against Sabin, but Alex Shelley soon tagged in, turning the tide for the Motor City Machine Guns (MCMG). They executed a series of double-team moves, sending both A-Town Down Under and Los Garza crashing out of the ring.

After a commercial break, the action resumed with Berto landing an enzuigiri on Shelley. Austin Theory then countered with a shoulder breaker. Sabin tagged in, allowing MCMG to display their signature moves. They executed an Atomic Drop followed by an enzuigiri-boot combination on Berto, culminating in a Frog Splash-neckbreaker combo for the win.

Match 2: Tag Team Match

Nia Jax and Candice LeRae (w/ Indi Hartwell) vs. Bayley and Naomi
Winners: Nia Jax and Candice LeRae

Bayley started the match against Nia Jax, who quickly took control. Naomi tagged in and struck Jax with an open palm, but Jax retaliated, slamming Naomi to the mat.

After the break, Bayley entered the fray, taking down LeRae with a clothesline and a neckbreaker. Naomi took the fight to Jax, flying in to level her. However, the momentum shifted when Hartwell distracted the referee, allowing LeRae to hit a surprise moonsault on Bayley for the victory.

Segment: Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa Face Off

Roman Reigns made a confident entrance, urging the crowd to acknowledge him. Sikoa followed, and the tension escalated as the two confronted each other in the ring. Reigns expressed his concerns about The Bloodline being fractured and stressed his desire to unite the family and secure championships.

Sikoa challenged Reigns to acknowledge him as the "Tribal Chief." While Reigns initially acknowledged him, Sikoa demanded more. When Reigns questioned what would happen if he didn't comply, Sikoa stated that Reigns never changes.

The situation intensified when Sikoa summoned Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tanga Loa, who arrived with Jimmy Uso. In a chaotic brawl, Reigns fought back against Sikoa and his allies but ultimately found himself overwhelmed. After a low blow from Sikoa and a Samoan Spike, Sikoa placed the Ula Fala around his neck, declaring himself the "Tribal Chief" as the show came to a dramatic close.

Show Grade: A-

This episode effectively showcased new talent and advanced critical storylines, particularly within The Bloodline, maintaining high audience engagement throughout.

Tune in next week for more thrilling action on SmackDown!