WWE gave Baron Corbin an updated look on the July 31 episode of SmackDown, introducing new entrance music and presentation. Corbin has been building momentum ever since his surprise return on the July 10 episode of SmackDown.

WWE's final stop before SummerSlam was an 'up and down' episode of SmackDown. Stars like CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Nick Aldis and Haku (?!) were there.

Here is the current lineup for SmackDown: Interim WWE Women’s Title Qualifier Match: Giulia vs. Lash Legend WWE Tag Team Championships vs. AAA Tag Team Championships: Damian Priest & R-Truth (c) vs. The War Raiders (Ivar & Erik) (c)

A WWE legend made an unexpected return on the July 31 episode of Friday Night SmackDown. He stepped into one of the blue brand’s most intriguing backstage stories ahead of SummerSlam. The surprise appearance could mark a major turning point for two familiar faces looking to forge a new path.

On the go-home show for SummerSlam 2026, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 7/31/26 episode of "WWE SmackDown!"

It’s the last stop on the road to SummerSlam! Follow along here!

This is Wrestling Inc.’s coverage for “SmackDown” on July 31, with a WWE Tag Team Championship match pitting Damian Priest & R-Truth against The War Raiders!