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Santos Escobar vs. Dragon Lee, Charlotte Flair vs. Asuka, More Set For WWE SmackDown

The first two matches in the WWE United States Championship Tournament have been confirmed.

On the December 1 episode of WWE SmackDown, Logan Paul announced that an eight-man tournament would determine the next challenger for his United States Championship. WWE later confirmed two first-round matches for the December 8 episode.

In a WWE Survivor Series rematch, Dragon Lee will face Santos Escobar. Escobar beat Lee at WWE Survivor Series. On Friday, Lee took the fight to Escobar after the former LWO member attacked Joaquin Wilde following their match.

Plus, Bobby Lashley will face Karrion Kross in a clash of two powerhouses.

Additionally, Charlotte Flair and Asuka will reignite their rivalry when they clash in a singles match. They previously faced off in the Women’s WarGames Match at WWE Survivor Series.

Updated Card For 12/8 WWE SmackDown

The updated card for the December 8 episode of WWE SmackDown is as follows:

  • WWE United States Championship Tournament: Santos Escobar vs. Dragon Lee
  • WWE United States Championship Tournament: Karrion Kross vs. Bobby Lashley
  • Charlotte Flair vs. Asuka
  • CM Punk returns to SmackDown

WrestleZone will have coverage of the show as it airs on December 8.

Catch up on our coverage of the December 1 episode of WWE SmackDown here.

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