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The Best Episodes of WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28

Every episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 2 - January 9, 2026
    8.1/10(97 votes)

    S28:E2

    Drew McIntyre became the new Undisputed WWE Champion by outlasting Cody Rhodes in an epic Three Stages of Hell Match after Jacob Fatu returned and attacked each Superstar

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  2. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 37 - September 11, 2026
    7.7/10(59 votes)

    S28:E37

    CM Punk puts the Undisputed WWE Title on the line against a desperate Sami Zayn in Mexico City. Nia Jax challenges WWE Women's Champion Chelsea Green.

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  3. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 1 - January 2, 2026
    7.4/10(78 votes)

    S28:E1

    An Eight-Woman Tag Team Match features Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY taking on The Kabuki Warriors, Nia Jax and Lash Legend.

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  4. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 11 - March 13, 2026
    7.4/10(70 votes)

    S28:E11

    Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton sign the contract for their title fight at WrestleMania 42. Michin seeks payback on Jade Cargill.

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  5. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 38 - September 18, 2026
    7.4/10(50 votes)

    S28:E38

    Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches continue. Cody Rhodes sits down with Michael Cole for an exclusive interview to discuss Randy Orton and more.

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  6. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 40 - October 2, 2026
    7.4/10(47 votes)

    S28:E40

    Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens and Johnny Gargano fight in a Triple Threat Match for the final spot in the upcoming Men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match.

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  7. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 3 - January 16, 2026
    7.3/10(78 votes)

    S28:E3

    Qualifying Matches begin in London to decide who will fight at Saturday Night's Main Event to earn an Undisputed WWE Title Match at Royal Rumble.

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  8. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 32 - August 7, 2026
    7.1/10(55 votes)

    S28:E32

    The Superstars of SmackDown navigate the aftermath of SummerSlam. Charlotte Flair and Jade Cargill escalate their rivalry into a one-on-one showdown.

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  9. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 12 - March 20, 2026
    7.0/10(68 votes)

    S28:E12

    Drew McIntyre's recent ambush lands him in a showdown with Jacob Fatu. The Bella Twins aim for championship gold against The Irresistible Forces.

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  10. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 33 - August 14, 2026
    7.0/10(59 votes)

    S28:E33

    Carmelo Hayes comes home to Boston for a U.S. Title fight against reigning champion Baron Corbin. Jacy Jayne challenges Tiffany Stratton.

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  11. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 43 - October 23, 2026
    7.0/10(25 votes)

    S28:E43

    Alexa Bliss & Tatum Paxley defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Title against Michin & B-Fab. Giulia battles Blake Monroe in a Street Fight.

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  12. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 34 - August 21, 2026
    6.8/10(60 votes)

    S28:E34

    In a showdown two decades in the making, CM Punk and Kevin Owens collide for the Undisputed WWE Championship in Toronto.

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  13. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 36 - September 4, 2026
    6.8/10(49 votes)

    S28:E36

    The Undisputed WWE Title picture is in chaos after Sami Zayn's rampage. Cody Rhodes addresses Randy Orton before Sunday Night's Main Event.

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  14. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 39 - September 25, 2026
    6.8/10(48 votes)

    S28:E39

    Men's and Women's Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches resume with CM Punk, Finn Bálor and Gunther joining the fray.

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  15. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 41 - October 9, 2026
    6.8/10(43 votes)

    S28:E41

    CM Punk makes his intentions known on the eve of WWE Money in the Bank. Charlotte Flair & Tatum Paxley clash with Fallon Henley & Lainey Reid.

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  16. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 6 - February 6, 2026
    6.7/10(68 votes)

    S28:E6

    Following a historic Royal Rumble, the Superstars of SmackDown begin The Road to WrestleMania 42 with a big night in Charlotte, N.C.

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  17. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 17 - April 24, 2026
    6.7/10(66 votes)

    S28:E17

    The Superstars of SmackDown touch down in Texas to face the consequences of a historic Wrestlemania 42 weekend.

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  18. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 30 - July 24, 2026
    6.7/10(56 votes)

    S28:E30

    Nia Jax seeks payback and opportunity in a showdown against Charlotte Flair with a spot in the SummerSlam Ladder Match on the line.

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  19. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 7 - February 13, 2026
    6.6/10(61 votes)

    S28:E7

    Jade Cargill defends the WWE Women's Championship against SmackDown newcomer Jordynne Grace. Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches continue.

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  20. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 9 - February 27, 2026
    6.6/10(62 votes)

    S28:E9

    The Irresistible Forces set their sights on RHIYO and the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. Uncle Howdy tangles in the ring with Solo Sikoa.

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  21. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 22 - May 29, 2026
    6.6/10(58 votes)

    S28:E22

    Axiom arrives in Barcelona for a homecoming showdown against The Miz. Clash in Italy fast approaches.

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  22. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 26 - June 26, 2026
    6.6/10(53 votes)

    S28:E26

    Cody Rhodes, Gunther and Sami Zayn cross paths on the eve of their Night of Champions showdown. Former friends Giulia and Kiana James collide.

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  23. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 28 - July 10, 2026
    6.6/10(59 votes)

    S28:E28

    Finn Bálor seeks payback against Tama Tonga following a backstage attack. Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes reignite their rivalry.

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  24. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 4 - January 23, 2026
    6.5/10(63 votes)

    S28:E4

    Montreal hosts a Triple Threat Match to decide the new No. 1 Contenders to the WWE Women's Tag Team Title. The Wyatt Sicks duel The MFTs.

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  25. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 28 Episode 35 - August 28, 2026
    6.5/10(50 votes)

    S28:E35

    CM Punk and Kevin Owens reckon with the brutal ending of their Undisputed WWE Title Match. Tatum Paxley battles Michin in her Smackdown in-ring debut.

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Season 28 Ratings Summary

"January 9, 2026" is the best rated episode of "WWE Friday Night SmackDown" season 28. It scored 8.1/10 based on 97 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/9/2026. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "September 11, 2026".