WWE SmackDown Results – February 21, 2025 (The Rock Returns, Tag Team Title Match, and More!)

The Rock Returns to SmackDown!

SmackDown kicked off with a vibrant view of New Orleans as Joe Tessitore welcomed viewers to the show, immediately highlighting the major headline of the night—The Rock’s return to WWE SmackDown.

Backstage Segments

Tiffany Stratton arrived at the arena.

The Women’s Tag Team Champions were spotted walking through the backstage area.

Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes was seen speaking with Nick Aldis, who informed Cody that he was pulled from the six-man tag match on orders from "The Final Boss." Cody questioned who he could call for backup, only to be told that he had no options.

Drew McIntyre vs. Jimmy Uso

The night’s first match saw Drew McIntyre make his way to the ring, followed by Jimmy Uso hyping himself up backstage before heading to the arena.

Match Highlights:

Jimmy Uso started strong, landing rapid chops and a crossbody from the top rope.

Drew countered with a suplex and sent Jimmy crashing into the barricade.

Jimmy responded with a flying dive over the ropes and a series of superkicks.

After an intense back-and-forth, Jimmy Uso secured the victory with a roll-up pin.

Winner: Jimmy Uso (via pinfall)

Post-Match Attack: An enraged Drew McIntyre blindsided Jimmy, slamming him onto the mat. Officials rushed to separate them, but Drew broke free and delivered a devastating Claymore Kick to Jimmy before finally being escorted away.

Backstage Drama: The Bloodline Tensions Rise

A limousine pulled up, revealing Solo Sikoa, who was confronted by Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga. Solo claimed last week’s events were accidental, but Jacob warned that if they weren’t, Solo wouldn’t be standing there. Tensions continued as Solo insisted on being in their corner for an upcoming match.

Tag Team Match: The Miz & Carmelo Hayes vs. R-Truth & LA Knight

A backstage encounter set the stage for this bout, as R-Truth confronted Carmelo Hayes, claiming they had never faced each other before. With The Miz involved, Truth declared he had a mystery partner—revealed to be LA Knight (despite Knight looking utterly confused by the claim).

Match Highlights:

Hayes and Miz worked in sync to isolate Truth.

LA Knight turned the tide with a series of power moves, nearly pinning The Miz.

A surprise attack from Shinsuke Nakamura on Knight created an opening.

Hayes hit the First 48 on Truth for the victory.

Winners: The Miz & Carmelo Hayes (via pinfall)

Tiffany Stratton Calls Out Charlotte Flair

WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton took to the ring, boasting about her dominance and criticizing Nia Jax and Candice LeRae. She then turned her attention to her WrestleMania challenger—Charlotte Flair. Tiffany declared she wasn’t coming for Charlotte’s legacy, but for her spot at the top.

Nia and Candice interrupted, vowing to take down Stratton at Elimination Chamber. The confrontation turned heated before officials stepped in to restore order.

Upcoming Events & Announcements

Mike Tyson is set to appear at WWE Word in Las Vegas during WrestleMania weekend on April 20.

A vignette featuring Charlotte Flair aired, building anticipation for her match at WrestleMania.

A promo package hyped the upcoming Men’s Elimination Chamber Match next Saturday.

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