There was also plenty to hate, such as the way that "SmackDown" has become a pre-show for PLEs like Survivor Series, despite PLEs having fewer matches than ever, or the confusing interactions between the WWE Women's Champion and the WWE Women's US Champion.

The next battle in the John Cena final match tournament was between Jey Uso and Rusev, and just like Miz vs Knight, this match delivered as well. It turns out Jey and Rusev have solid in-ring chemistry, and over the course of the match, Jey showed off that impressive resiliency that has become his trademark, while Rusev’s power game was on point.

Denver witnessed a high-octane SmackDown, setting the stage for War Games. Jey Uso and LA Knight advanced in 'The Last Time Is Now' tournament, while

Rhea Ripley has now finally reunited with a long-time partner on WWE SmackDown after they had been forced to split up.

The women's WarGames match got a major facelift after the final two superstars for both teams were revealed. Former women's intercontinental champion Becky Lynch joined Nia Jax's team, while AJ Lee sided with Rhea Ripley and company.

Triple H has commented about Matt Cardona's return to WWE, and teased how there could be more surprises in the Last Time Is Now tournament.