12/30/22 — Wwe Smackdown

Braun Strowman officially challenged Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship, leading to a brutal beatdown by Imperium .

The December 30, 2022, episode of WWE SmackDown served as the final broadcast of the year and was highlighted by the blockbuster return of . The show took place at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Match Results & Key Moments

John Cena's appearance ensured he maintained his streak of competing in at least one WWE match every year for 20 consecutive years (2002–2022). WWE Smackdown 12/30/22

Flair made a surprise return and defeated Rousey in just 41 seconds. vs. Raquel Rodriguez Rousey won via submission to retain (initially)

Immediately following Ronda Rousey's successful title defense against Raquel Rodriguez , Charlotte Flair made an unannounced return. She challenged a weary Rousey on the spot and captured her 14th women's world title in a "squash" match. Match Results & Key Moments John Cena's appearance

Despite the loss in the main event, the focus remained on the dynamic between Sami Zayn and Roman Reigns , with the "Honorary Uce" being the one to take the pinfall.

Cena hit an Attitude Adjustment on Reigns; Owens pinned Zayn after a Stunner. vs. Ronda Rousey (c) Flair won to become the NEW SmackDown Women’s Champion Raquel Rodriguez Rousey won via submission to retain

A physical 16-minute encounter where Rousey targeted Rodriguez's injured arm. vs. Sheamus Solo Sikoa won via pinfall