The BEST episodes of WWE SmackDown season 7
Every episode of WWE SmackDown season 7, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE SmackDown season 7!
For more than 20 years and with more than 1,000 episodes, SmackDown has showcased WWE's top Superstars and created countless memorable moments.
#1 - SmackDown 292
Season 7 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/24/2005
John Cena shows his respect for WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield by detailing his limousine. Kurt Angle shows his ongoing contempt for Shawn Michaels with a sensational imitation of The Heartbreak Kid. Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio defend the WWE Tag Team Championship. All this and much more.
#2 - SmackDown 298
Season 7 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/5/2005
After confronting Eddie Guerrero about his recent actions, Rey Mysterio feels the burn of Latino Heat when he faces Chavo Guerrero in a Street Fight. WWE Champion John Cena informs John "Bradshaw" Layfield that their battle at Judgment Day will be an "I Quit" Match. Kurt Angle issues a challenge to Booker T and much more action.
#3 - SmackDown 300
Season 7 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/19/2005
WWE Champion John Cena faces The Basham Brothers in a Handicap Match. John "Bradshaw" Layfield uses Scotty 2 Hotty as an example of his plans for Cena. Booker T receives an unexpected apology from Kurt Angle. Eddie Guerrero uses Rey Mysterio's mask to make a statement. Plus, Carlito introduces a new ally, Hardcore Holly in action, and more.
#4 - SmackDown 301
Season 7 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/26/2005
As the WWE Draft draws near, Superstars compete for the right to face whoever they want in a Winner's Choice Battle Royal main event. John Cena offers John "Bradshaw" Layfield a gift. Despite gaining a victory over Big Show with the help of Matt Morgan, Carlito's problems with The World's Largest Athlete are far from over. All this and more.
#5 - SmackDown 305
Season 7 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/23/2005
To ensure that his brand is represented by a worthy champion, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long announces that six Superstars will compete for a new title. Rey Mysterio looks to settle a score with Eddie Guerrero. Randy Orton reignites his rivalry with The Undertaker. Chavo Guerrero challenges Paul London for the Cruiserweight Championship.
#6 - SmackDown 287
Season 7 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/17/2005
John "Bradshaw" Layfield is forced to deal with an animal when Batista makes his way to SmackDown. United States Champion John Cena goes one-on-one with Booker T in the semi-finals of the tournament to name a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 21. Plus, Rey Mysterio, The Undertaker, Mark Jindrak, and much more.
#7 - SmackDown 308
Season 7 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/14/2005
After his own family pleads with him not to reveal Rey Mysterio's secret, Eddie Guerrero offers his former friend a way to keep the truth a mystery. United States Champion Orlando Jordan faces World Heavyweight Champion Batista. Heidenreich receives help from a true warrior. Plus, Muhammad Hassan takes legal action, The Mexicools compete, and more.
#8 - SmackDown 310
Season 7 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/28/2005
John "Bradshaw" Layfield battles The Undertaker for the right to become the new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Despite his promise to remain silent, Eddie Guerrero shows what kind of man he is by revealing Rey Mysterio's secret. Plus, Booker T, WWE Tag Team Champions Road Warrior Animal & Heidenreich, and many more in action.
#9 - SmackDown 309
Season 7 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/21/2005
After Eddie Guerrero makes his presence felt during Rey Mysterio's battle with Super Crazy, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long forces Latino Heat to take to the ring for singles action. Plus, Heidenreich partners with Road Warrior Animal for a tag team match, Booker T faces Simon Dean, and more.
#10 - SmackDown 311
Season 7 - Episode 31 - Aired 8/4/2005
While Eddie Guerrero threatens to bring his world down with a bedtime story, Rey Mysterio looks to get even with Christian in the main event. John "Bradshaw" Layfield and World Heavyweight Champion Batista sign the contract for their bout at SummerSlam. Plus, Randy Orton challenges The Undertaker and Heidenreich embraces his inner Road Warrior.
#11 - SmackDown 315
Season 7 - Episode 35 - Aired 9/1/2005
Randy Orton faces Rey Mysterio. World Heavyweight Champion Batista looks to dismantle Simon Dean when they meet in one-on-one action. Christian gets a front row seat to witness Booker T face off with newcomer Ken Kennedy. Eddie Guerrero is given a chance at revenge thanks to Palmer Canon. All this and much more.
#12 - Friday Night SmackDown 316
Season 7 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/9/2005
Eddie Guerrero battles his old friend Rey Mysterio in an epic Steel Cage Match. Randy Orton continues to dig his own grave in his rivalry with the Undertaker. John "Bradshaw" Layfield looks to regain championship gold as he challenges Batista for his World Heavyweight Championship in a unique match up. Plus MNM, Mr. Kennedy, and much more.
#13 - Friday Night SmackDown 317
Season 7 - Episode 37 - Aired 9/16/2005
Things begin to heat up when SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long and Network Executive Palmer Canon name a new and improved No. 1 Contender to challenge Batista for the World Heavyweight Championship. The Orton family presents a special surprise to The Undertaker. Plus, John "Bradshaw" Layfield goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio and more.
#14 - Friday Night SmackDown 319
Season 7 - Episode 39 - Aired 9/30/2005
Eddie Guerrero & World Heavyweight Champion Batista challenge the Legion of Doom for the WWE Tag Team Championship. After an altercation on The Peep Show, Christian faces Booker T and Orlando Jordan in a Triple Threat Match for a chance at the United States Championship. "Cowboy" Bob Orton goes one-on-one with The Undertaker.
#15 - Friday Night SmackDown 320
Season 7 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/7/2005
World Heavyweight Champion Batista gives Eddie Guerrero some words of caution. Mr. Kennedy gets a front row seat to watch Hardcore Holly face off against Sylvan. Booker T faces Orlando Jordan. Things get more than a little rowdy for Randy and "Cowboy" Bob Orton in a Handicap Match against a WWE Hall of Famer. Plus, Bobby Lashley, and more.
#16 - Friday Night SmackDown 322
Season 7 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/21/2005
With his father unable to compete alongside him in the main event against Eddie Guerrero and World Heavyweight Champion Batista, Randy Orton turns to an unlikely partner. Sharmell looks to help Booker T secure the United States Championship. Plus, Hardcore Holly faces Sylvan in a Hardcore Match, Matt Hardy takes on Simon Dean, and more.
#17 - Friday Night SmackDown 323
Season 7 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/28/2005
Eddie Guerrero & World Heavyweight Champion Batista partner with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper to face Mr. Kennedy, Randy Orton & "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Christian, Rey Mysterio, Hardcore Holly, Matt Hardy, and John "Bradshaw" Layfield compete for the opportunity to represent SmackDown against Raw's Chris Masters & Edge at Taboo Tuesday.
#18 - Friday Night SmackDown 324
Season 7 - Episode 44 - Aired 11/4/2005
Eddie Guerrero & World Heavyweight Champion Batista challenge MNM for the WWE Tag Team Championship. SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long invites Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff to a face-to-face confrontation. Legends clash when "Rowdy" Roddy Piper takes on "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Plus, Bobby Lashley battles The Full Blooded Italians and more.
#19 - Friday Night SmackDown 325
Season 7 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/11/2005
With Survivor Series approaching, several SmackDown Superstars compete for the chance to represent their brand against Raw at WWE's fall classic. Raw's WWE Champion Edge goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion Batista in a Street Fight. WWE Tag Team Champions MNM have a physical altercation with The Mexicools. All this and much more.
#20 - Friday Night SmackDown 326 - Eddie Guerrero Tribute
Season 7 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/18/2005
In the wake of the sudden and tragic passing of Eddie Guerrero, Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown come together to mourn the loss of Latino Heat and pay tribute to his legacy. Featuring Chavo Guerrero, Triple H, The Mexicools, John "Bradshaw" Layfield, and many more on this emotional edition of SmackDown.
#21 - Friday Night SmackDown 327
Season 7 - Episode 47 - Aired 11/25/2005
SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long assembles the entire SmackDown roster to defend their brand from an imminent invasion of Raw Superstars. In the main event, Batista defends the World Heavyweight Championship in a No Holds Barred Match against Randy Orton. Plus, Juventud challenges Nunzio for the Cruiserweight Championship and much more.
#22 - Friday Night SmackDown 329
Season 7 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/9/2005
Rey Mysterio & World Heavyweight Champion Batista face John "Bradshaw" Layfield & Orlando Jordan. After looking to put an end to The Undertaker's mind games by calling out The Deadman, Randy Orton comes to the realization that he is traveling on the Highway to Hell. Plus, The Boogeyman in action, Super Crazy faces Joey Mercury, and more.
#23 - Friday Night SmackDown 330
Season 7 - Episode 50 - Aired 12/16/2005
Randy Orton's fear of stepping into a Hell in a Cell Match with The Undertaker leads him to make a difficult decision regarding the future of his in-ring career. Before Rey Mysterio & World Heavyweight Champion Batista challenge MNM for the WWE Tag Team Championship, Melina pulls out all the stops to prevent The Animal from competing.
#24 - Friday Night SmackDown 331 - Best of 2005
Season 7 - Episode 51 - Aired 12/23/2005
On a very special holiday edition of SmackDown, Michael Cole and Tazz take the WWE Universe on journey through the brand's greatest matches and moments from the past year. Plus, a special look at the life and times of the late great Eddie Guerrero, the recently debuted Boogeyman, and more highlights from 2005.
#25 - SmackDown 306
Season 7 - Episode 26 - Aired 6/30/2005
While The Undertaker, Booker T, John "Bradshaw" Layfield, and others compete in a huge Six-Man Elimination Match for the SmackDown Championship, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long shocks the world by introducing his final draft pick. Eddie Guerrero's ongoing threats about speaking the truth bring Rey Mysterio to his knees. All this and more.