A “Wrestling GOD” was on-hand for the 21st annual Tribute To The Troops. This week’s special Tribute To The Troops themed episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown on FOX from the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, RI. kicked off with a special rendition of “God Bless America” by 2024 Grammy-nominated artists The War And Treaty.
After that, the cameras settled at ringside to show JBL joining Michael Cole and Kevin Patrick on the call for the three-man commentary team for this week’s Tribute To The Troops special edition of WWE SmackDown.
From there, things moved on to the first of two U.S. Title Contender Tournament bouts, with Santos Escobar and Dragon Lee each making their ring entrances. Before the bell sounded, however, another surprise appearance took place.
WWE RAW Superstar and member of The Judgment Day, NXT North American Champion Dominik Mysterio made his way out next and settled at ringside to get a closer look at the match.
As noted, “Dirty” Dom defends his title against Dragon Lee, with Rey Mysterio in his corner, at Saturday night’s NXT Deadline 2023 premium live event.
After the match, which saw Santos Escobar win to advance in the tourney, Dom-Dom got into the ring and raised his NXT North American title over a fallen Dragon Lee as the commentators promoted their title tilt tomorrow night at the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, CT.
It was a memorable night at Tribute To The Troops as the WWE Universe was treated to an incredible event filled with patriotism and exciting matches. The show kicked off with a special rendition of “God Bless America” by The War And Treaty, setting the tone for the night. The talented Grammy-nominated artists delivered a beautiful performance that captivated the audience and paid tribute to the troops.
As the cameras settled at ringside, JBL joined Michael Cole and Kevin Patrick on commentary, forming a three-man team for the special edition of WWE SmackDown. JBL’s presence added a unique perspective and insight to the matches, enhancing the viewing experience for fans.
The first match of the night featured Santos Escobar and Dragon Lee in a U.S. Title Contender Tournament bout. Before the match could begin, NXT North American Champion Dominik Mysterio made a surprise appearance, settling at ringside to observe the action. This added an element of anticipation and excitement, as fans wondered what impact Mysterio’s presence would have on the match.
It was announced that Dominik Mysterio would be defending his title against Dragon Lee at the upcoming NXT Deadline 2023 event, with his father Rey Mysterio in his corner. This match promises to be a must-see encounter, as both competitors are highly skilled and have a history of delivering thrilling performances.
In the match between Escobar and Lee, Escobar emerged victorious, advancing in the tournament. After the match, Dominik Mysterio entered the ring and raised his NXT North American title over a fallen Dragon Lee, further intensifying the rivalry between the two competitors. The commentators promoted their upcoming title tilt, generating anticipation and excitement for the match.
Tribute To The Troops was a night filled with memorable moments and exciting matches. The presence of JBL on commentary added a fresh perspective, and Dominik Mysterio’s surprise appearance added an element of unpredictability to the proceedings. Fans can look forward to the upcoming NXT Deadline 2023 event, where Mysterio will defend his title against Dragon Lee in what promises to be an unforgettable encounter.
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