WWE SmackDown Results on March 21: WrestleMania Matches Set as Rivalries Continued in Bologna

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A thrilling episode of WWE SmackDown went down at the Unipol Arena in Bologna, Italy as WWE continued their series of events on their European tour on March 21st, packed with unforgettable moments and intense clashes.

This event, a precursor to WrestleMania 41, captivated a lively and enthusiastic audience with its high-octane matches and dramatic confrontations among WWE's premier athletes, featuring Roman Reigns, Randy Orton and more as they planted seeds to culminate their rivalries at the Show of Shows next month.

Plus, the stopover in Bologna also witnessed several matchups, indicating future fights and set up a few showdowns on the night, especially featuring title holders. Here is a look at the final results followed by the recap of SmackDown in Bologna:

WWE SmackDown Results on March 21, 2025

• Randy Orton and Kevin Owens segment opens SmackDown in Bologna
• Tag Team Match: Damian Priest & Jimmy Uso defeated Drew McIntyre & Shinsuke Nakamura
• Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair engage in war of words en route to their title match at The Showcase of Immortals
• Singles Match: Braun Strowman defeated Jacob Fatu by Disqualification
• Singles Match: Piper Niven defeated Zelina Vega
• Singles Match: Liv Morgan defeated Jade Cargill (Naomi unleashes on Cargill after the match)
• Tag Team Match: The Street Profits defeated Los Garza
• Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins & CM Punk end show in chaos

WWE SmackDown in Bologna Recap

The evening kicked off with Randy Orton receiving a thunderous welcome from the Italian fans. However, his moment was quickly disrupted by Kevin Owens, who offered an apology for previously injuring Orton.

Despite Owens' remorse, Orton was skeptical, leading to a tense exchange where Owens suggested they team up for a tag team title shot at WrestleMania 41. Orton, however, preferred to settle their score in the ring at the upcoming event, teasing a potential showdown.

In a highly anticipated match, Jade Cargill returned to the ring to face Liv Morgan, marking her first appearance since Naomi's attack months earlier. The match saw both competitors exchange blows evenly, with the involvement of Raquel Rodriguez and Naomi, who interfered with the tag team title belt.

The interference allowed Morgan to execute the Oblivion on Cargill, securing a victory. The skirmish continued post-match, with Naomi launching an attack on Cargill to continue their heat.

Damian Priest and Jimmy Uso teamed up against Shinsuke Nakamura and Drew McIntyre in a match that started with an ambush by Priest on McIntyre. The battle saw each team delivering their best, with Priest eventually securing the win for his team with a South of Haven chokeslam on Nakamura. McIntyre retaliated with a post-match assault on Priest, adding more fuel to their rivalry.

A colossal bout between Jacob Fatu and Braun Strowman unfolded with the United States title hanging in the balance. The match epitomized chaos as both titans clashed, only for it to be interrupted by Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga, who attacked Strowman, leading to a disqualification.

LA Knight emerged to restore balance, setting the stage for a showdown with Strowman for the US title the following week on SmackDown, when WWE heads to London, England for the next stop in the European tour.

Zelina Vega's challenge to Chelsea Green's US title led to a match against Piper Niven. Despite Vega's valiant effort and size disadvantage, Niven emerged victorious following interference from Alba Fyre and Chelsea Green, highlighting the intense competition in the women's division.

The Street Profits faced Los Garza in a match sparked by the Profits' recent tag team title victory. Displaying excellent teamwork, The Street Profits managed to secure a win over Los Garza, thanks to Montez Ford's Seven-Star Frog Splash on Angel, solidifying their championship reign.

The highlight of the evening was the explosive encounter involving Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and CM Punk. Reigns initiated the confrontation by addressing his recent actions against Rollins and Punk.

Rollins accused Punk of being detrimental to the business, while Punk revealed his strategic move in bringing Reigns into the fray. This revelation ignited an all-out brawl among the three superstars, ending the night on a high note with the chaos continuing as SmackDown concluded.

As WrestleMania 41 draws near, the intensity within the WWE universe only escalates, setting the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable showdown and a run up to the event itself over the next few weeks.