The road to WrestleMania 42 is getting a heavy dose of mainstream star power. WWE has officially announced a loaded lineup for next week’s episode of Friday Night SmackDown, broadcasting live from Phoenix, Arizona, featuring a massive celebrity appearance and crucial championship implications.
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During this week’s broadcast, popular rapper and singer Jelly Roll made a surprise appearance via a pre-recorded video package. He took the opportunity to congratulate his former tag team partner, Randy Orton, on his grueling victory inside the Elimination Chamber. Jelly Roll also offered praise and luck to Cody Rhodes ahead of his main event title match. The segment concluded with the confirmation that Jelly Roll will be appearing live in the arena for next week’s show. He previously made headlines by teaming with Orton at last year’s SummerSlam event.
The in-ring action will feature a hard-hitting women’s division clash between Jade Cargill and the recently returned Michin. This bout has been months in the making, originally scheduled for last year before Michin suffered a significant injury that derailed the plans.
Furthermore, the main event picture for the “Show of Shows” will be formalized. WWE officials have scheduled an official contract signing for the WWE Championship match at WrestleMania 42. Following the events of this week’s main event, Randy Orton will sit across the table from the newly crowned champion, Cody Rhodes, to make their highly anticipated title clash official.
