WWE Smackdown results - August 15, 2014

Roman Reigns punches the Moneymaker in the opening segment of Smackdown

WWE Smackdown show was taped on Tuesday night in Seattle, Washington and was aired on Friday night as usual. With only a couple of days left for the Biggest Party of the Summer this Sunday night, we take a look at the results of the go home show.

The Miz TV with Roman Reigns

Smackdown opened with The Miz TV segment as Intercontinental champion Miz had Roman Reigns as his special guest on the night. Miz reminded everybody that he will retain his IC title at SummerSlam before welcoming his mom’s favourite superstar, Reigns. It did not take long enough for the Moneymaker to make this interview all about himself as Reigns got tired of his taunts and antics. The black-clad superstar delivered a punch square to Miz, sending him tumbling out of the ring. As he headed up the ramp, Reigns told the crowd he respects Orton's accomplishments, but assured everyone that he will be victorious this weekend.

Dean Ambrose vs Cesaro

Dean Ambrose and Cesaro

In the opening feud of the night which was applauded with “ This is awesome!” chants by the crowd, Cesaro delivered a clothesline to Ambrose in the height of action for a nearfall. But Cesaro could not capitalise on his momentum as Ambrose surprised the King of Swing with the Dirty Deeds for the three-count.

Winner: Dean Ambrose

After the match, Ambrose’s SummerSlam opponent Seth Rollins came out and reminded everyone that he will reign supreme in the Lumberjack match against the Lunatic Fringe come this Sunday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Dolph Ziggler vs Titus O’Neil

Dolph Ziggler showed he is ready for his Intercontinental Title Match at The Biggest Party of the Summer against The Miz, picking up the victory over Titus O’Neil after hitting the Zig Zag.

Winner: Dolph Ziggler

Mark Henry and Luke Harper

Mark Henry vs Luke Harper

In the peak of its action, Mark Henry went for the World’s Strongest Slam but was interrupted by Eric Rowan leading to Henry picking up the win as a result of disqualification.

Winner: Mark Henry

Mark Henry and Big Show vs Luke Harper and Erick Rowan

The disciples of Bray Wyatt looked to inflict further damage on Henry, but his partner Big Show’s presence kept them away from doing so. Corporate Kane emerged to announce an impromptu tag-team match between the four colossal superstars immediately.

Mark Henry and Big Show vs Erick Rowan and Luke Harper

In an impromptu tag team showdown, Big Show & Mark Henry’s combination of size and strength proved to be more than The Wyatt Family followers could handle, as The World’s Largest Athlete lent a massive helping hand by striking Erick Rowan with a KO Punch just before The World’s Strongest Man delivered The World’s Strongest Slam for the victory.

Winner: Mark Henry and Big Show

Eva Marie vs AJ Lee

Within a span of four days, Eva Marie picked up her second victory over Divas champion AJ Lee who could not get back into the ring in time as she attacked her SummerSlam opponent Paige who provided a skipping distraction at ringside.

After the match, Paige delivered a Paige Turner to AJ and made a statement heading into the title match at Sunday.

Winner: Eva Marie

Jack Swagger vs Bo Dallas

After some Network promo time, Swagger and Colter come out to take on Bo Dallas. Dallas gets a slight edge on Swagger relatively quickly but Swagger wrenches Bo into the Patriot Lock and Dallas taps in a jiffy. Swagger plants the flag and Rusev appears on cue with Lana by his side. Lana says that Rusev will dedicate his win at SummerSlam to Vladimir Putin. Both grapplers gesticulate at one another to close this segment.

Winner: Jack Swagger

Roman Reigns vs The Miz

Roman Reigns vs The Miz

The Miz tried to avoid further damage to his “Moneymaker” in SmackDown’s main event, but just as the Intercontinental Champion seemed ready to walk away at the height of the action, his SummerSlam opponent Dolph Ziggler arrived. The Showoff’s appearance allowed Roman Reigns the opportunity to Superman Punch The Awesome One before hitting an earth-shattering Spear to pick up the win.

Winner: Roman Reigns