WWE SmackDown

Shane McMahon initiates a corporate takeover to create a powerful faction known as The Corporate Ministry. The episode also features appearances by "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, The Rock, and D-Generation X as the storyline develops.

The WWE Championship is defended by Triple H against The Rock on the Network Premiere of Smackdown, with Shawn Michaels and Shane McMahon serving as special guest referees. Other matches include Big Boss Man versus Al Snow for the Hardcore Championship, and Stephanie McMahon responds to Test's marriage proposal, while Michael Cole interviews "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.

Chyna and Billy Gunn face off in a No. 1 Contender's Match for the Intercontinental Championship, while The Rock competes against his Tag Team Champion partner Mankind to determine who will earn a shot at the WWE Championship.

The Tag Team Champions, The Rock and Mankind, face The Big Show and The Undertaker in a high-stakes Buried Alive Match. Triple H defends the WWE Championship against Kane, while the British Bulldog competes against the Big Boss Man for the Hardcore Championship. Meanwhile, Stephanie McMahon and Test make a significant wedding announcement that could upset Shane McMahon.

WWE Champion Triple H competes against Vince McMahon, while Shane McMahon faces the Mean Street Posse. Cindy Margolis makes a guest appearance, and WWE European Champion Mark Henry battles Steve Blackman. The episode also features a Royal Rumble-style match involving The Rock, Big Show, Mankind, Kane, and The Undertaker.

Triple H faces four tough opponents in a series of intense matches: The Big Show, Kane, Mankind, and The Rock. Meanwhile, The New Age Outlaws challenge The Rock & Sock Connection for the Tag Team Championship, and Mark Henry defends the European Title against X-Pac of D-Generation X.

The Rock acts as special guest referee for The British Bulldog's WWE Championship match against Triple H. Edge & Christian face The Hardy Boyz in the opening round of the Terri Invitational Tournament, while Road Dogg competes against Chris Jericho in a Dogg Pound Match.

The Rock competes against Val Venis, while X-Pac and Kane face off against Viscera and Mideon. Road Dogg battles Hardcore Holly, and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin continues his pursuit of Triple H. Other matches include Edge and Christian versus The Hardy Boyz, Mankind against the British Bulldog, and a mud wrestling contest between Ivory and Miss Kitty, along with a bout between Big Show and the Big Boss Man.

The Rock and Sock Connection reunites to take on the New Age Outlaws for the Tag Team Championship, reigniting a classic rivalry. Meanwhile, an injured Triple H, the WWE Champion, delivers a surprising announcement following a brutal attack by Stone Cold Steve Austin.

Stone Cold" Steve Austin makes a return to the ring seeking confrontation. The Women's Championship is contested between The Fabulous Moolah and her long-time friend Mae Young. Meanwhile, The Rock and Mankind set aside their friendship for an intense match, and a family rivalry unfolds as the Hollys and the Hardyz compete for the Tag Team Championship.

Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kane, and The Rock clash with D-Generation X in a heated encounter, while Edge & Christian take on Too Cool. Other matches include Chris Jericho versus Stevie Richards, the British Bulldog facing European Champion D-Lo Brown, Kane and X-Pac battling the Dudley Boyz in tag team action, and Val Venis squaring off against Mankind, with additional appearances by The Big Show.

D-Generation X revels in their success following a strong performance on Raw, but Vince McMahon interrupts with an 8-man elimination match reminiscent of Survivor Series. Meanwhile, Mankind and Al Snow take on The Hollys for the Tag Team Championship, The Hardy Boyz face Too Cool, and Chris Jericho competes against The Godfather.

Shane McMahon teams with The Rock and Kane to face D-Generation X, while "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's involvement remains a key point of intrigue. Edge faces Hardcore Holly in a one-on-one match, and The Godfather and D-Lo Brown take on The Dudley Boyz in tag team action. Special guest Arnold Schwarzenegger makes an appearance.

D-Generation X and the McMahon Family's feud escalates into a personal conflict. The WWE Championship is contested between Big Show and Hardcore Holly, while the New Age Outlaws face the Hardy Boyz for the Tag Team Titles. Additional content includes a special segment featuring Al Snow and Mankind's time in Las Vegas.

Test and Shane McMahon face Triple H and X-Pac in a high-stakes tag team match. The New Age Outlaws battle The Hardy Boyz for the WWE Tag Team Championship in a steel cage match. Other matches include The Rock 'N' Sock Connection versus The Holly's, Kane versus Big Boss Man in an arena-wide encounter, and Rikishi against Joey Abs.

The Hardy Boyz join forces with Big Show to face D-Generation X in a high-profile match, while Stephanie McMahon addresses the WWE Universe about her marital situation. Kane squares off against Viscera in a brutal one-on-one encounter, and Edge and Christian defend their tag team title against The Dudley Boyz. Meanwhile, British Bulldog competes against D'Lo Brown, and D-Generation X sends a message to the McMahon family.

Kane battles Triple H in a high-stakes match, while Road Dogg faces Chris Jericho in another key confrontation. Test and Stephanie McMahon reach a significant decision about their marriage, adding personal drama to the event. Meanwhile, Kurt Angle teams up with Steve Blackman against The Dudley Boyz, British Bulldog defends the European Championship against Christian, Mankind takes on Al Snow, and Test faces X-Pac.

The Rock competes against Big Show for the WWE Championship as Triple H and Stephanie McMahon begin a new chapter in the company. Big Boss Man defends the Hardcore Championship against Chris Jericho, while Kurt Angle faces Jeff Hardy and Edge battles Christian in a tag team feud.

Mankind challenges The Big Show in a suspended match with Triple H 15 feet above the ring. The Rock faces Al Snow in a steel cage match, while Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho competes against Hardcore Holly. Stephanie McMahon teams with Kane to take on D-Generation X.

The WWE Champion Big Show faces D-Generation X in a handicap match, while Kane battles The Rock in a one-on-one showdown. Other matches include Test versus Prince Albert and the Big Boss Man, Jeff Hardy against Al Snow, and Faarooq taking on Bubba Ray Dudley. Meanwhile, the McMahon-Helmsley regime begins to consolidate its influence in the company.