Carmelo Hayes is stepping up to The Bloodline once again, and this time, hes making it personal.
Taking to Twitter/X on January 17, Hayes revealed that he spoke with WWE SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis and locked in a one-on-one match against Jimmy Uso for tonights episode of SmackDown.
Dropping a message straight to Jimmy, Hayes didnt hold back. HIM vs JIM #SmackDown, he posted, letting everyone know hes ready for a fight. He even told Big Jim to bring his working shoes, making it clear that hes not backing down from the challenge.
Hayes has been mixing it up with The Usos in recent weeks, previously stating that he had counters for every one of their signature moves. Now, he gets his shot at proving it. With Solo Sikoa also returning tonight, theres no telling how things could unfold between Hayes and The Bloodline.
WWE SmackDown Lineup for January 17:
- WWE Womens Championship Match: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Bayley
- Solo Sikoa returns
- WWE Tag Team Championship Number One Contenders Match: Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin & Alex Shelley) vs. Los Garza (Angel & Berto)
- Nia Jax and Candice LeRae vs. Bianca Belair and Naomi
- Carmelo Hayes vs. Jimmy Uso
Hayes has never lacked confidence, and with this showdown against Jimmy Uso, hes looking to make a major statement. Be sure to tune in live and follow along withRingside Newsfor full play-by-play coverage over in ourSmackDown resultssection.
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