WWE has confirmed a new championship match for tonight’s SmackDown, adding further momentum to an already packed show just hours before it goes live.

The company announced that the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships will be defended, with champions Paige and Brie Bella set to face The Irresistible Forces. The match was revealed via WWE’s official social media.

“The WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship is on the line when the champs, Paige and Brie Bella, defend against The Irresistible Forces TONIGHT on #SmackDown!”

Women’s Tag Team Title Match Added to SmackDown

The late addition raises the stakes for the show, giving fans another title bout to look forward to. With both teams bringing contrasting styles, the match could play a key role in shaping the tag team division moving forward.

Cody Rhodes Opens the Show

WWE also confirmed that Cody Rhodes will kick off the broadcast. Rhodes is expected to address last week’s events involving Randy Orton.

“After addressing Randy Orton’s vicious punt attack and the aftermath of WrestleMania last week, what will be the next challenge facing Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes?”

Jacob Fatu Appearance Ahead of Backlash

Jacob Fatu is also scheduled to appear following recent developments involving Roman Reigns. Reigns has accepted Fatu’s challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Backlash on May 9.

WWE teased the segment on its website.

“After an explosive confrontation with World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns on Raw, what will be the fallout for Jacob Fatu heading into his title match against The OTC at WWE Backlash?”

Additional Matches and Debuts

Tonight’s lineup also includes Charlotte Flair facing Jacy Jayne in Jayne’s first singles match since joining SmackDown as part of Fatal Influence. In addition, Ricky Saints is set to make his debut, though his opponent has not been announced.

SmackDown will take place at BOK Center and airs on USA Network.

Updated SmackDown Lineup

• Cody Rhodes kicks off the show
• Charlotte Flair vs. Jacy Jayne
• Jacob Fatu appearance
• Ricky Saints debut
• WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship match

With a title match now added and several key appearances confirmed, tonight’s SmackDown is set to play an important role in building toward Backlash.

WWE Adds Women’s Tag Team Title Match to SmackDown Lineup

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