The episode from January 6, 2023, featured a high-stakes main event where The Usos successfully defended their Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship against Drew McIntyre and Sheamus . Broadcast from the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, this first SmackDown of 2023 set the stage for major storylines leading into the Royal Rumble. WWE SmackDown Results (January 6, 2023) Match Type Competitors Undisputed Tag Team Title The Usos vs. Drew McIntyre & Sheamus The Usos SmackDown Women’s Title Charlotte Flair vs. Sonya Deville Charlotte Flair Royal Rumble Qualifier Ricochet vs. Top Dolla Ricochet Mixed Tag Team Match Karrion Kross & Scarlett vs. Madcap Moss & Emma Karrion Kross & Scarlett Singles Match Kofi Kingston vs. Santos Escobar Santos Escobar Key Highlights and Storylines SmackDown results, Jan. 6, 2023 - WWE