The KO Show, a United States title defense, plus two more matches have been announced for the May 26 episode of WWE SmackDown.
On the eve of Night of Champions, Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa will appear as guest on the KO Show with Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. Reigns and Sikoa will challenge Owens and Zayn for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship at Night of Champions on Saturday, May 27.
Austin Theory will defend the United States Championship against Sheamus on next week's episode. Theory called out Sheamus in a promo segment on this week's show, then Sheamus left Theory laying with a Brogue Kick.
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Also announced for next week, AJ Styles will face Karrion Kross in singles competition. Styles will face Seth Rollins in the finals of the World Heavyweight Championship tournament at Night of Champions.
Additionally, Raquel Rodriguez will team with a mystery partner against Damage CTRL's Bayley and IYO SKY next week. Rodriguez and Liv Morgan were stripped of the Women's Tag Team Championship on Friday's SmackDown due to an injury suffered by Morgan. New Champions will be crowned in a four-way match on the May 29 Raw.
Next week's SmackDown is being taped this week following Friday's SmackDown episode.
Next week's announced lineup:
WWE SmackDown, Friday, May 26 —
The KO Show with Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, Roman Reigns & Solo SikoaUnited States Championship: Austin Theory defends against SheamusAJ Styles vs. Karrion KrossRaquel Rodriguez & a mystery partner vs. Damage CTRL (Bayley & IYO SKY)