The upcoming episode of WWE SmackDown will be the first post-show of the blue brand following the Royal Rumble Premium Live Event.

Tonight's WWE SmackDown will mark the final episode before the long-awaited 2025 Royal Rumble. As a result, Nick Aldis has many ways to ensure more surprises for the premium live event.

SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis made a huge announcement one minute before the episode before the Royal Rumble went on the air. It was about the first hour of the show.

Royal Rumble 2025 is on the horizon and the upcoming edition of SmackDown will see the final build to the feuds and rivalries.

Nick Aldis made an announcement as SmackDown went on the air, but that promise was immediately broken in a bizarre move. All WWE needed to do was hold on for five minutes.

Kevin Owens continued to showcase his heel side when he attacked Sami Zayn on WWE RAW. On Saturday night, he lost the Undisputed WWE Championship match to Cody Rhodes and suffered some injuries.

This has led to speculation that Naomi could be forced to relinquish her Women's Tag Team Championship on the orders of Nick Aldis. However, this scenario would only unfold if Jade Cargill returns.

Under Triple H’s creative regime, WWE is now moving toward Elimination Chamber 2025 after delivering a blockbuster Royal Rumble Premium Live Event.