1. The Main Event Chaos: Jade Cargill vs. IYO SKY In a non-title grudge match following Monday’s assault, IYO SKY showed incredible heart but was ultimately overwhelmed by Jade Cargill. Jade secured the win with Jaded. Post-match, Cargill looked to dismantle IYO with a steel chair, but Rhea Ripley stormed the ring to make the save, setting the final tone for their massive Night 2 clash.

2. The Ultimate Betrayal: Orton, McAfee, and Cody. The “20 years of history” theme hit a breaking point. Despite Nick Aldis’ warning Cody Rhodes and Jelly Roll not to touch Pat McAfee, the tension exploded. Randy Orton appeared on the big screen, revealing he had laid out Jelly Roll at the entrance. When Cody rushed to help, it was a trap—Orton and McAfee brutalised the Champion, with Orton hitting Cody with the WWE title belt.

Absolutely! Here is a breakdown of the key highlights and results from the April 10, 2026, episode of SmackDown (the big “Go Home” show before WrestleMania 42).

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WWE SmackDown Highlights & Results: April 10, 2026

1. The Main Event Chaos: Jade Cargill vs. IYO SKY

In a non-title grudge match following Monday’s assault, IYO SKY showed incredible heart but was ultimately overwhelmed by Jade Cargill. Jade secured the win with Jaded. Post-match, Cargill looked to dismantle IYO with a steel chair, but Rhea Ripley stormed the ring to make the save, setting the final tone for their massive Night 2 clash.

2. The Ultimate Betrayal: Orton, McAfee, and Cody

The “20 years of history” theme hit a breaking point. Despite Nick Aldis’ warning Cody Rhodes and Jelly Roll not to touch Pat McAfee, the tension exploded. Randy Orton appeared on the big screen, revealing he had laid out Jelly Roll at the entrance. When Cody rushed to help, it was a trap—Orton and McAfee brutalised the Champion, with Orton hitting Cody with the WWE title belt.

3. Drew McIntyre’s Prison Promo & Assault on Jacob Fatu

In one of the most chilling segments of the night, Drew McIntyre delivered a promo from a prison cell, calling Jacob Fatu a “failure as a man.” Later, after Fatu defeated Tama Tonga in his hometown of San Jose, McIntyre ambushed him. The Scottish Warrior handcuffed Fatu and whipped him with a leather strap, making their Unsanctioned Match at Mania feel more dangerous than ever.

Debut Wins: Royce Keys and Danhausen

Royce Keys: Made a statement in his “Blue Brand” debut, absolutely dominating Berto and finishing him with a massive Spinebuster.

Danhausen: In a “Very Nice, Very Evil” debut, Danhausen defeated Kit Wilson. The finish involved Danhausen “cursing” the ring post, causing a pyro explosion that knocked Wilson off the ropes, followed by a big boot for the 1-2-3.

Mid-Card Drama: Trick Williams and Alexa Bliss

Trick Williams (with Lil Yachty) defeated Matt Cardona after a chaotic sequence involving Sami Zayn. Zayn hit Yachty with a Helluva Kick on the outside, and in the confusion, Trick nailed the Trick Shot on Cardona

Alexa Bliss pulled off a major upset against Bayley on Bayley’s home turf, using a roll-up after a distraction involving Charlotte Flair and Lyra Valkyria at ringside

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