WWE SMACKDOWN RESULTS (5/15): Keller’s report on Gunther deciding whether to move to Smackdown to face Cody, Trick Williams returns to South Carolina for homecoming, Jade Cargill speaks

By Wade Keller, PWTorch editor


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WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT
MAY 8, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. AT COLONIAL LIFE ARENA
AIRED LIVE ON USA NETWORK
REPORT BY WADE KELLER, PWTORCH EDITOR

Commentators: Joe Tessitore, Wade Barrett

Ring Announcer: Mark Nash

Attendance: WrestleTix reports as of earlier today 8,519 tickets were distributed so far. The arena has a capacity of 19,000 spectators when configured for concerts.


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[HOUR ONE]

 

 


Advertised Matches & Appearances

  • Gunther to decide whether to move to SmackDown to challenge Cody Rhodes
  • Trick Williams to return to University of South Carolina for a homecoming celebration
  • Jade Cargill to speak
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