Summary

WWE has added two matches to the April 17 episode of SmackDown, the final Friday show before WrestleMania 42.

The company confirmed that the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal will return on the card. WWE also announced an 8-man street fight pitting The Wyatt Sicks against MFT.

The April 17 show is set to feature talent from both Raw and SmackDown as the road to WrestleMania reaches its final stretch.

Updated lineup for April 17 SmackDown

At this stage, two matches have been officially announced for next week's show:

  • Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal
  • 8-Man Street Fight: The Wyatt Sicks vs. MFT

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What the April 17 SmackDown means for WrestleMania 42

WWE loading the April 17 SmackDown with the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal and a Wyatt Sicks vs. MFT street fight gives the last show before WrestleMania 42 more stakes and more room for roster movement.

The battle royal creates a showcase spot for a larger group of talent just before WrestleMania weekend, while the street fight gives WWE a stipulation-heavy match that can intensify the Wyatt Sicks and MFT issue before the biggest event of the year.

Sources

As reported by Fightful.