How to Watch WWE SmackDown: July 4, 2025 Match Card, Start Times & Streaming Guide
Get ready for fireworks inside and outside the ring! WWE SmackDown celebrates Independence Day with a star-packed episode taped at Pittsburgh’s PPG Paints Arena. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the action, including the full match card, start times, and streaming details.
Event Overview:
When: Friday, July 4, 2025
Where: PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (pre-taped)
Runtime: 2 hours (reduced from 3 hours)
How to Watch WWE SmackDown: Global Start Times
| Region | Time | Channel/Platform |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT | USA Network |
| Canada | 8 PM ET | Netflix |
| UK & Ireland | 1 AM BST (July 5) | Netflix |
| India | 5:30 AM IST (July 5) | Netflix |
| Australia | 11 AM AEST (July 5) | Netflix |
| Saudi Arabia | 3 AM AST (July 5) | Netflix |
| France | 2 AM CEST (July 5) | AB1 / Netflix |
U.S. Streaming: FuboTV, Peacock, YouTube TV, DirecTV, Hulu+ Live TV.
Confirmed Match Card & Segments
- King Cody Rhodes & Queen Jade Cargill’s Coronation: The new King and Queen of the Ring (winners at Night of Champions) address the WWE Universe. Rhodes eyes his SummerSlam title shot against John Cena, while Cargill prepares to challenge Tiffany Stratton.
- Tiffany Stratton Chooses Her WWE Evolution Opponent: The WWE Women’s Champion will select her challenger for the Evolution premium live event (July 13). Spoiler: Trish Stratus returns to accept Stratton’s challenge after a confrontation with Jade Cargill.
- Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline Showdown: The new U.S. Champion, flanked by allies Tala Tonga and Tonga Loa, faces Jacob Fatu and Jimmy Uso in a tag team grudge match. Expect chaos after Fatu’s shocking loss at Night of Champions.
- Women’s Tag Team #1 Contender Match: Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair vs. B-Fab & Michin vs. The Secret Service – Winner earns a spot in Evolution’s Fatal 4-Way for the Women’s Tag Titles.
- Wyatt Sicks’ Terror Continues: The sinister faction battles Chris Sabin, Montez Ford, Johnny Gargano, and Berto in an eight-man tag match.
Key Storylines to Follow
Bloodline Civil War: Jacob Fatu seeks revenge after Solo Sikoa’s tainted U.S. Title win. Post-match chaos includes a Shield-style powerbomb through a table.
Drew McIntyre’s Return: The Scottish Warrior interrupts Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, setting up a match with Orton at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Evolution Buildup: With SummerSlam looming, rivalries intensify as champions and challengers lock their paths.
Streaming Details Recap
- U.S.: USA Network (cable) or stream via FuboTV, Peacock, Hulu+ Live TV.
- International: Netflix (check local timings).
- Replays: Available on Peacock (U.S.) and Netflix (globally) within 24 hours.
Final Thoughts
This Fourth of July SmackDown delivers must-see moments: championship fallout, legend returns, and a critical buildup to WWE Evolution (July 13) and SummerSlam (August 2). Tune in to see if Cody Rhodes’ kingship begins with a royal decree or a royal rumble.
Pro Tip: Missed the show? Full replays drop Saturday on Netflix and Peacock.