Friday Night SmackDown just got a major shakeupand its all going down right at the start of the show.
In a new update from BodySlam.net, its been revealed that R-Truth is set to cross paths with Brock Lesnar during the opening segment of the September 12, 2025 episode.
This unexpected face-to-face comes just one week after Lesnar brutally F-5d John Cena multiple times, sending a loud message before their upcoming clash at Wrestlepalooza. Fans expected The Beast Incarnate to show up againbut few predicted hed share the spotlight with R-Truth to kick things off.
With this segment opening the show, SmackDown is setting the tone for a night packed with build-up to the Wrestlepalooza Premium Live Event. Heres the full rundown for the evening:
- Opening Segment: Brock Lesnar and R-Truth confrontation
- WWE Womens Championship: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill (SummerSlam rematch)
- Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton: A feud-ending singles match
With R-Truth kicking off the show in a segment with Brock Lesnar, the only thing guaranteed is that fans are in for something unexpected.
Live from the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, WWE SmackDown airs at 8 PM ET on USA Network and will be available internationally on Netflix and other streaming platforms. Be sure to tune in live and follow along withRingside Newsfor full play-by-play coverage over in ourSmackDown resultssection.
What do you think will happen when R-Truth steps in the ring with Brock Lesnar? Is it going to be comedy, chaosor a bit of both? Sound off in the comments and let us know what youre hoping to see.
