Wwe Smackdown 12/30/22 Apr 2026

Flair made a surprise return and defeated Rousey in just 41 seconds. vs. Raquel Rodriguez Rousey won via submission to retain (initially)

A physical 16-minute encounter where Rousey targeted Rodriguez's injured arm. vs. Sheamus Solo Sikoa won via pinfall WWE Smackdown 12/30/22

John Cena's appearance ensured he maintained his streak of competing in at least one WWE match every year for 20 consecutive years (2002–2022). Flair made a surprise return and defeated Rousey

Cena hit an Attitude Adjustment on Reigns; Owens pinned Zayn after a Stunner. vs. Ronda Rousey (c) Flair won to become the NEW SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair made an unannounced return.

Despite the loss in the main event, the focus remained on the dynamic between Sami Zayn and Roman Reigns , with the "Honorary Uce" being the one to take the pinfall.

Immediately following Ronda Rousey's successful title defense against Raquel Rodriguez , Charlotte Flair made an unannounced return. She challenged a weary Rousey on the spot and captured her 14th women's world title in a "squash" match.

vs. The Bloodline (Roman Reigns & Sami Zayn) Cena & Owens won via pinfall