The road to WrestleMania 42 hit a fever pitch as WWE SmackDown aired live from the SAP Centre in San Jose, California, on April 10 2026. With only eight days remaining until the “Showcase of the Immortals” in Las Vegas, the night was defined by bitter betrayals and high-stakes debuts. The central focus remained on Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, who sought retribution against Randy Orton and Pat McAfee following their shocking alliance last week.
In front of a raucous San Jose crowd, the “American Nightmare” found himself navigating a landscape where authority figures like Nick Aldis were under strict orders to protect McAfee. From the powerhouse arrival of Royce Keys to a brutal “Unsanctioned” preview between Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu, the blue brand delivered a landmark episode that solidified the major matches for next weekend’s mega event.
WWE SmackDown Results April 10 2026: Full Winners List
| Match | Winner |
| Alexa Bliss (w/ Charlotte Flair) vs Bayley (w/ Lyra Valkyria) | Alexa Bliss |
| Royce Keys vs Berto (w/ Angel) | Royce Keys |
| Jacob Fatu vs Tama Tonga | Jacob Fatu |
| Trick Williams (w/ Lil Yachty) vs Matt Cardona | Trick Williams |
| Danhausen vs Kit Wilson (w/ The Miz) | Danhausen |
| Jade Cargill vs Iyo Sky (Main Event) | Jade Cargill |
Cody Rhodes And Randy Orton Brawl Following Pat McAfee Worked Shoot
The rivalry between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton took a dark turn as Pat McAfee delivered a fiery “worked-shoot” promo that blurred the lines of reality. McAfee mocked the WWE Universe and announced a 25% discount on WrestleMania 42 tickets as a final insult to the fans. When Cody Rhodes finally confronted them, the segment erupted into a chaotic brawl. McAfee managed to distract Rhodes, allowing Orton to deliver a signature RKO through the broadcast table.
In a shocking closing image for the segment, Orton and McAfee stood over a decimated Rhodes, physically stealing the Undisputed WWE Championship belt and taking it with them. This leaves the champion in his most vulnerable state yet, just days before his title defence at Allegiant Stadium.
Drew McIntyre Brutalises Jacob Fatu And Powerhouse Debut Of Royce Keys
The powerhouse known as Royce Keys (formerly Powerhouse Hobbs) made his long-awaited SmackDown debut in front of his hometown crowd. Keys dominated Berto with a “Powerbomb Symphony,” securing a swift victory that caught the attention of Solo Sikoa, who was seen congratulating him backstage. Meanwhile, the animosity between Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu reached a violent peak. Following Fatu’s victory over Tama Tonga, McIntyre blindsided the “Samoan Werewolf.”
The “Scottish Warrior” utilised handcuffs to tether Fatu to the ring post before delivering a devastating Claymore Kick. McIntyre vowed that the “real” Jacob Fatu would be exposed in their Unsanctioned Match at WrestleMania. In the main event, Jade Cargill continued her dominance by defeating a hobbled Iyo Sky, only to be met with a cold stare-down from Rhea Ripley as the show went off the air.
