Smackdown Preview 07.10.09

Tonight's episode of Smackdown features three compelling matches. First off, there's a championship encounter between Intercontinental Champion Rey Mysterio and one half of the Unified tag team champs, Chris Jericho. These two superstars have feuded for months now, ever since Jericho arrived to Smackdown. Jericho was the man to defeat Mysterio for his IC title and even was unable to unmask the master of the 619. However, Rey Mysterio was able to once again regain his Intercontinental title when he beat Jericho at The Bash in a "Mask vs. Title match". At that event, Mysterio outsmarted Jericho by wearing two masks. Tonight the two foes will clash once again in the squared circle. Will Jericho be able to unmask Mysterio tonight? Or will Rey once again outsmart the brash and cocky Jericho?

Last week, the WWE Universe witnessed the return of Kane to wrestling action and he looked better than ever. In his first match back, Kane was able to take control and eventually beat Rey Mysterio by a chokeslam. The win was a big one for Kane's comeback, but Kane may have his hands full tonight. Not only does he have Jeff Hardy in the ring, but he may also have to worry about the Great Khali. Kane interfered in Khali's match against Dolph Ziggler at the Bash, allowing Ziggler to win the No DQ contest. Last week, Khali looked for revenge as he chased Kane into the crowd. Kane will attempt to go 2-0 since his return to action, but he'll have to beat the enigmatic Jeff Hardy to do so. Will Kane be able to defeat this title contender? Or will Jeff Hardy be able to rise to the challenge?

Speaking of rising to challenges, CM Punk will also have to do just that. On tonight's Smackdown, Punk with his injured eye and all will be taking on The Great Khali. Khali as previously mentioned has a grudge going on with Kane which could play a part in the match. Punk has been nursing (and milking) his claimed eye injury since The Bash, where he retained his title after disqualifying himself. Last week saw Punk take the loss for his team, after partner Jeff Hardy allowed him to get speared by Edge. The tensions are high between Hardy and Punk heading towards Night of Champions, but tonight will Punk be able to defeat the much bigger Khali? Will any other superstars get involved in the match?

Find out the answers to all the above questions on Smackdown, tonight at 8PM EST on MyNetwork TV!