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The Worst Episodes of WWE SmackDown

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The Worst Episodes of WWE SmackDown

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    #1 - SmackDown 71

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    S2:E51

    Mr. McMahon gets into the Christmas spirit by shaking things up. The Chairman orders "Stone Cold" Steve Austin to referee William Regal's European Championship defense against Hardcore Holly. The Undertaker & The Rock defend their newly won Tag Team Championship against Edge & Christian. Plus, Right to Censor, The Dudley Boyz, and many more.

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    #2 - SmackDown 72

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    S2:E52

    Things get messy for Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley when she makes a series of unexpected matches. Chris Jericho battles both Edge & Christian in a Handicap Match. The Rock & The Undertaker find themselves outnumbered in the main event. Plus, Kurt Angle defends his WWE Championship against Bubba Ray Dudley and much more.

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    #3 - SmackDown 175

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    S4:E51

    Brock Lesnar looks to take what's owed to him by challenging Kurt Angle for his newly-won WWE Championship. However, the Olympic Gold Medalist has other plans as he announces a shocking business decision. Plus, John Cena faces off with Chuck Palumbo, Eddie Guerrero faces Billy Kidman, and more.

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    #4 - SmackDown 176

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    S4:E52

    After suffering an injury thanks to a vicious attack at the hands of Brock Lesnar, WWE Champion Kurt Angle is introduced to a team to represent him while he is out-of-action. With Angle unable to defend his title against Big Show, Stephanie McMahon makes Show to earn his spot as the No. 1 Contender in the main event and much more.

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    #5 - SmackDown 227

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    S5:E51

    General Manager Paul Heyman gives Hardcore Holly the chance to challenge Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship if he can first defeat A-Train & Matt Morgan. Plus, a Fatal 4-Way match for the WWE Tag Team Championship, Orlando Jordan battles United States Champion Big Show, and more.

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    #6 - SmackDown 278

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    S6:E51

    After successfully retaining the WWE Championship at Armageddon, John "Bradshaw" Layfield's victory celebration is cut short when Kurt Angle challenges JBL for the gold. When the winner of the Tough Enough competition is finally announced, the lucky individual receives a royal welcome to SmackDown. All this and much more.

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    #7 - SmackDown 280

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    S6:E53

    The fate of John "Bradshaw" Layfield's reign as WWE Champion is left up to chance. Heidenreich receives an eerie glimpse into the other side when The Undertaker offers him a choice. John Cena shows what kind of champion he is after Rene Dupree challenges him for the United States Championship. All this and more.

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    #8 - December 20, 2024

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    S26:E51

    Naomi teams with Bianca Belair to defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Title. Johnny Gargano squares off against mentor-turned-rival Alex Shelley.

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    #9 - December 27, 2024

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    S26:E52

    SmackDown's best athletes look to end the year with a bang as Tampa, Fla. hosts the final episode of 2024.

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  11. 4.4/10(36 votes)

    #10 - SmackDown 60

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    S2:E40

    In retribution for striking him on Raw, Commissioner Mick Foley has "Stone Cold" Steve Austin suspended from WWE until he can discover the identity of the person who put him out of action for nearly a year. Kane challenges The Rock for his WWE Championship in the main event. Plus, Kurt Angle teams with Edge & Christian to battle Too Cool & Rikishi.

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  12. 4.8/10(34 votes)

    #11 - July 10, 2020

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    S22:E28

    The New Day vs. Nakamura & Cesaro; plus, WWE women's stars sing in the Smackdown Karaoke ShowDown.

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  13. 4.9/10(21 votes)

    #12 - June 8, 2012 (Columbia, SC)

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    S14:E23

    Tonight's episode of SmackDown is being broadcast from the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The scheduled matches for tonight's card are: Singles Match - Alberto Del Rio vs. The Great Khali Singles Match - Brodus Clay vs. Derrick Bateman Singles Match - Drew McIntyre vs. Sin Cara Two On One Handicap Match - Kevin Mahoney & Tony Andriotis vs. Ryback Non Title Match - Christian vs. Dolph Ziggler Singles Match - Antonio Cesaro vs. Jimmy Uso Non Title Match - Kane vs. Sheamus

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  14. 5.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - December 29, 2006

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    S8:E52

    As 2006 comes to a close, Michael Cole and John "Bradshaw" Layfield take the WWE Universe on a journey through time for a look at highlights of all the best matches and most unforgettable moments from the past 12 months on SmackDown.

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  15. 5.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - December 18, 2020

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    S22:E51

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  16. 5.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - SmackDown #1167

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    S23:E53

    Michael Cole, Pat McAfee and Becky Lynch count down WWE's top 10 greatest matches and moments from 2021.

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  17. 5.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - December 29, 2023

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    S25:E52

    Relive some of the best SmackDown moments from 2023.

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  18. 5.1/10(31 votes)

    #17 - June 11, 2019 (Sacramento, CA)

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    S21:E24

    With Big E finally being cleared for in-ring competition, The New Day brought their best to the trio of Dolph Ziggler, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn in the SmackDown LIVE main event. Elsewhere, Shane McMahon attempted to make an example out of The Miz as his Super ShowDown victory tour continued.

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  19. 5.2/10(34 votes)

    #18 - March 20, 2020

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    S22:E12

    Universal Champion Goldberg and Roman Reigns insulted each other during an unbelievably tense WrestleMania contract signing. Elsewhere, Rob Gronkowski appeared on SmackDown, and the WrestleMania 36 host immediately put his fingerprints on The Show of Shows.

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  20. 5.2/10(35 votes)

    #19 - March 27, 2020

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    S22:E13

    The Miz & John Morrison briefly thought they had taken out both sets of their potential WrestleMania challengers, but they were in for a rude awakening when WWE officials revealed that they will now defend their SmackDown Tag Team Titles in a Ladder Match against both The New Day and The Usos at The Show of Shows.

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  21. 5.2/10(31 votes)

    #20 - January 14, 2022

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    S24:E2

    On a highly-explosive SmackDown, Universal Champion Roman Reigns came face-to-face with his former brother-in-arms turned Royal Rumble challenger Seth Rollins, Aliyah broke a WWE record against Natalya, new challengers to the SmackDown Tag Team Title emerged and Lita delivered a Twist of Fate to SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair.

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  22. 5.3/10(19 votes)

    #21 - May 12, 2006

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    S8:E19

    World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio takes on The Great Khali in the main event. Mark Henry looks to send a message to Kurt Angle in a match against Paul Burchill. Plus, Booker T attempts to steal another undeserved victory, Bobby Lashley meets Finlay in the semi-finals of the 2006 King of the Ring Tournament, and much more.

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  23. 5.3/10(30 votes)

    #22 - January 21, 2022

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    S24:E3

    Seth "Freakin" Rollins & Kevin Owens battle The Usos in a match with Royal Rumble implications. The New Day reunite to confront Happy Corbin & Madcap Moss. SmackDown Women's Champion Charlotte Flair faces Naomi.

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  24. 5.4/10(34 votes)

    #23 - July 11, 2017

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  25. 5.5/10(18 votes)

    #24 - SmackDown 245

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    Despite his in-ring career being threatened by injury, SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle returns to chastise those he blames for his recent sufferings. After coming to Rob Van Dam's aid during an attack by Paul Heyman's agents of extreme, WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero finds himself facing Bubba Ray Dudley in the main event. All this and more.

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  26. 5.5/10(17 votes)

    #25 - June 29, 2007

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    S9:E26

    World Heavyweight Champion Edge faces Batista in the main event. Eugene receives an unceremonious welcome to SmackDown in a match against The Great Khali. United States Champion MVP takes to the ring to face Kane. Plus, Jamie Noble challenges Chavo Guerrero for the Cruiserweight Championship, Ric Flair battles Carlito, and much more.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"SmackDown 71" is the worst rated episode of "WWE SmackDown". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 12/21/2000. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "SmackDown 72".