Episode 1488 of WWE SmackDown showcased intense action as wrestlers competed just ahead of WWE’s Crown Jewel event. The night was packed with thrilling matches, including a standout Fatal 4-Way bout featuring IYO SKY, Piper Niven, Lash Legend, and Bianca Belair, with SKY securing her victory to build momentum for the upcoming event. Meanwhile, The Bloodline storyline continued, with Roman Reigns reuniting with The Usos, setting the stage for their storyline arc into Crown Jewel.
Key segments included confrontations between Kevin Owens, Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton, where alliances and rivalries intensified. These developments signal escalating tensions for future main events.