The go-home episode of WWE SmackDown for Backlash 2025 comes to you live from Dayton’s Nutter Center in Ohio.
Here’s how you can watch the show:
Where to watch WWE SmackDown online tonight (May 9) in the U.S.
SmackDown airs every Friday on the USA Network, which is available to stream via Fubo.
You can watch it below:
Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena is advertised for the final episode of SmackDown before Backlash. Plus, Jade Cargill battles Nia Jax to determine the new number one contender to the WWE Women’s Championship.
Where to watch WWE SmackDown online in the U.K. & international
SmackDown is available to watch in the U.K. and other international countries via Netflix.
You can watch the event below:
When does SmackDown start?
The event will start at the following times, depending on your timezone:
| Region | Start Time |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8 p.m. |
| Pacific | 5 p.m. |
| Central | 7 p.m. |
| U.K. & Ireland | 1 a.m. (May 10) |
| Canada | 8 p.m. |
Here’s what’s on tap for the show:
John Cena returns to SmackDown en route to WWE Backlash
John Cena will be live in Dayton just 24 hours before he faces Randy Orton for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Backlash. Cena appeared two weeks ago on the blue brand only to get dropped by Orton with an RKO out of nowhere.
LA Knight and Damian Priest vs. Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa
LA Knight and Damian Priest must join forces against The Bloodline ahead of their fatal four-way match for the United States Championship at WWE Backlash. Knight, Priest and Drew McIntyre will challenge for his title this Saturday.
Jade Cargill battles Nia Jax to determine No. 1 Contender to WWE Women’s Title
Jade Cargill will take on Nia Jax to determine the new number one contender for WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. Cargill previously collided with Stratton in a non-title match on 4/25 SmackDown, but their match ended in no contest due to Naomi’s run-in.
