WWE ThunderDome For SmackDown Quickly Reaches Capacity, Rules For Fans Revealed

WWE ThunderDome registration went live last night and capacity was quickly reached for the debut that will come with Friday’s SmackDown on FOX episode from the Amway Center in Orlando, which will be the SummerSlam go-home show.

WWE announced on Twitter shortly after registration for SmackDown opened, “#WWEThunderDome has reached maximum capacity for #SmackDown this Friday. Stay tuned for your chance to register for virtual seats in the WWE ThunderDome at #SummerSlam!”

WWE will have rows of fans shown on almost 1,000 LED boards for the new state-of-the-art viewing experience. ThunderDome will be used for all upcoming RAW, SmackDown and pay-per-view events for the foreseeable future.

The rules for ThunderDome registration notes that seats are selected on a first-come, first-served basis. WWE reminded fans that they will be on a live TV show, asking them to be camera-ready.

WWE also noted in the rules that they reserve the right to remove any fan from the live stream for inappropriate conduct or technical issues.

“We reserve the right to terminate your participation at our sole discretion if your attire contains any immoral graphics, images or text, any political statements, slogans, logos, graphics or other commercial identification of third-parties other than the WWE, its athletes and sponsors,” the rules note.

Below are part of the registration rules issued to fans:

All registered fans are further selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make sure you are camera ready. Remember, you will be appearing on a live show.We reserve the right to remove you from the live stream at any time, for any reason. The audience will be refreshed throughout the night and you may not be included in the entire broadcast. In addition, we may remove you from the live stream for any inappropriate conduct or technical issues. Watch the show through the stream on your device.

Position yourself in front of your camera from your midsection up, leaving a little room above your head. Make sure you have good lighting.

Only one fan permitted per seat.

Your attire must be appropriate and must remain on at all times.

Officially licensed WWE clothing is preferred, if available.

We reserve the right to terminate your participation at our sole discretion if your attire contains any immoral graphics, images or text, any political statements, slogans, logos, graphics or other commercial identification of third-parties other than the WWE, its athletes and sponsors.

 

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE SmackDown Preview 8/14/2020

The Road to WWE SummerSlam will continue with tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX episode.

* Big E vs. John Morrison

* Braun Strowman promises a monstrous confrontation with “The Fiend” Bray Wyatt

* Alexa Bliss sit-down interview to discuss her recent interactions with The Fiend

* Tri-Brand Battle Royal to determine who will challenge WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Bayley for her SmackDown Women’s Title at SummerSlam

WWE SmackDown Preview 8/7/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX episode will feature more build for the upcoming SummerSlam pay-per-view.

WWE SmackDown Preview 7/21/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX episode will air from the Performance Center in Orlando build toward SummerSlam.

* AJ Styles defends his Intercontinental Championship against Gran Metalik

* Bayley defends her SmackDown Women’s Championship against Nikki Cross

* Mr. Money in the Bank Otis and Mandy Rose – The Love Story continues.

WWE SmackDown Preview 7/24/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX will feature fallout from last Sunday’s “The Horror Show at Extreme Rules” pay-per-view.

* Jeff Hardy and Sheamus to throw down in Bar Fight

* Naomi set to continue the conversation on “Miz TV”

* Bayley & Sasha Banks set to address the championship landscape

WWE SmackDown Preview 7/17/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX episode will air from the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. This is the go-home show for this Sunday’s The Horror Show at WWE Extreme Rules.

WWE SmackDown Preview 7/10/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX episode will air from the Performance Center in Orlando with more build for “The Horror Show at Extreme Rules” on July 19.

WWE SmackDown Preview 7/3/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX will air on a tape delay from the WWE Performance Center in Orland, Florida with more build for the “Extreme Rules: Horror Show” pay-per-view.

WWE SmackDown Preview 6/26/20 – Special Tribute To The Undertaker

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX will air on a tape delay from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, FL.

SmackDown tonight will feature a tribute to The Undertaker. The special tribute to Taker will include the Boneyard Match from WrestleMania 36, which saw Taker defeat AJ Styles.

It’s interesting to note that WWE has edited their SmackDown preview for tonight, removing previously announced segments. It was announced before that Styles will also be in action tonight as he defends his WWE Intercontinental Title against Drew Gulak. It was also announced that SmackDown will feature WWE Universal Champion Braun Strowman addressing Bray Wyatt, and Sheamus raising a toast to Jeff Hardy. The WWE website no longer includes the previews on Styles vs. Gulak, Strowman or Sheamus and Hardy.

WWE SmackDown Preview 6/19/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX will take place from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando on a tape delay.

* Bray Wyatt and “Firefly Fun House” to make ominous return

* AJ Styles rolling out red carpet for Intercontinental Championship presentation

* Mandy Rose set to address broken relationship with Sonya Deville on “Miz TV”