The final SmackDown before the PPV opened with shots of various Superstars arriving at the arena before the show.

They took in the reaction from the crowd before locking up. Jax immediately took control and began tossing The EST around the ring.

This was the classic Irresistible Force vs. Immovable Object pairing. Jax is one of the most physically imposing women in WWE history, and Belair is one of the strongest, so they are two of the only people who can offer a believable challenge for each other.

This wasn't a fast-paced affair, but they took the time to sell everything and spaced out the big moments well. Belair kept trying to go for the KOD, but her injured knee wouldn't allow for it. Jax was able to take advantage of the injury and hit her finisher for a clean win.