Drake's Nexus: SmackDown Storms Dublin – August 22, 2025

 

Drake's Nexus: SmackDown Storms Dublin – August 22,

 2025

WWE is bringing the heat all the way to 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland for this week’s SmackDown, and the energy heading into Clash in Paris is already off the charts. With rivalries boiling over, shocking returns, and tag team drama that could shape the entire blue brand, Friday night is set to deliver fireworks across the globe.

Let’s break down the night’s lineup—and don’t forget to cast your votes in our match polls! (Links coming soon 👀)

John Cena Returns to SmackDown

The Face That Runs the Place is back! John Cena is stepping onto Irish soil as SmackDown’s biggest star of the night, and the crowd will no doubt explode when his music hits. But with Logan Paul lurking in the shadows, will Cena’s celebration be cut short? Sparks are guaranteed to fly.

📊 Poll Link – Will Logan Paul crash Cena’s return?

Aleister Black vs. R‑Truth

Dark, brooding intensity meets unshakable charisma in this singles showdown. Aleister Black has been tearing through opponents with ruthless precision, but never underestimate R‑Truth’s ability to shock the world—and entertain the crowd while doing it.

📊 Poll Link – Who wins this match: Black or R‑Truth?

Charlotte Flair vs. Piper Niven

Two powerhouse women are set to collide, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Flair’s legacy meets Niven’s raw strength, and Dublin is about to witness a clash of styles. Expect hard hits, high drama, and maybe a little outside interference.

📊 Poll Link – Flair or Niven: Who comes out on top?

Motor City Machine Guns vs. Melo Don’t Miz (The Miz & Carmelo Hayes)

Tag team specialists Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin are ready to test their chemistry against the flashy but combustible duo of The Miz & Carmelo Hayes. Will the veterans show why teamwork matters, or will Miz and Melo prove that star power is enough to carry them?

📊 Poll Link – Which team will win this tag team clash?

The Street Profits vs. The MFTs

Solo Sikoa’s MFT squad steps up against one of WWE’s most dynamic duos, the Street Profits. High-flying athleticism meets hard-hitting brawlers in what could be a preview of the tag title picture moving forward.

📊 Poll Link – Street Profits or MFTs: Who takes the W?

Final Thoughts

SmackDown in Dublin promises to be more than just another stop on the road—it’s a momentum-shifting night that will set the stage for Clash in Paris. With Cena’s return, grudge matches galore, and tag team wars that could reshape the division, this week is unmissable.

Stay tuned to Drake’s Nexus, vote in our polls, and let us know your predictions. Friday night, it’s time for the world to acknowledge SmackDown—Irish style!