Lacey Evans vs. Naomi was the next match on SmackDown where the latter one was in control with some quick moves. But Evans pulled her opponent’s hair and tied it with the ropes. Naomi took time to untie herself as Evans delivered a Women’s Right on her for the win.
Brilliant or despicable? #SmackDown @LaceyEvansWWE @NaomiWWE pic.twitter.com/UnmKdW4Rym
— WWE (@WWE) July 18, 2020
Sheamus and Jeff Hardy featured in a backstage segment to confirm that they would be seen in a Bar Fight this Sunday at Extreme Rules.
"I'm here to CLEANSE you of your demons, see you on #SmackDown next week, fella." – @WWESheamus to @JEFFHARDYBRAND pic.twitter.com/zNBy8N7Vqd
— WWE (@WWE) July 18, 2020
Sasha Banks and Bayley went on mocking Nikki Cross in another backstage segment on SmackDown angering the latter one. Cross ran down to attack both the Role Models as Bliss tried to calm down an angry Cross.
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— WWE on FOX (@WWEonFOX) July 18, 2020
SmackDown main event saw AJ Styles defending the Intercontinental Championship against Matt Riddle. Styles delivered a Brainbuster and went for the Phenomenal Forearm. Riddle countered with a low drop-kick. Riddle went for the Bromission but AJ countered with a pinfall to get the win. After the match, King Corbin hit the ring and planted Riddle with an End of Days to end the show.
WHAT. A. MATCH.
Through tenacity and grit, @AJStylesOrg retains his #ICTitle against @SuperKingofBros! #AndStill #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/R3TR6iIepZ
— WWE (@WWE) July 18, 2020