Ex-AEW Star Set For WWE SmackDown Debut On Friday

According to a recent report, a former AEW star is set to make his WWE SmackDown debut this Friday.

Former AEW star Danhausen made his surprise WWE debut at Elimination Chamber in Chicago on February 28. He was revealed as the contents of the mystery crate that had been appearing on YV for weeks.

He then made his official Monday Night Raw debut on the March 2 episode in Indianapolis. On Raw, he had a backstage segment with Raw General Manager Adam Pearce, where he presented a list of demands for his new contract.

The segment then took a turn when The Judgment Day got involved. Dominik Mysterio called Danhausen “freaky,” and in response, Danhausen officially cursed Dominik, warning him that his luck had run out.

Later in the night, Dominik Mysterio defended his Intercontinental Championship against Penta, a match that he ultimately lost.

Danhausen Set To Appear On WWE SmackDown 03/06

Now, according to a report from PWInsider, Danhausen is set to make his SmackDown debut this Friday. The report also noted that WWE officials are presently surprised by how well Danhausen’s merchandise has been performing since his debut with the company.

“Per PWInsider, WWE officials are said to be “pleasantly surprised” with the merchandise numbers Danhausen has generated since debuting with the company. Danhausen is also expected to appear on this Friday’s episode of SmackDown.”

🚨| Per PWInsider, WWE officials are said to be “pleasantly surprised” with the merchandise numbers Danhausen has generated since debuting with the company.

Danhausen is also expected to appear on this Friday’s episode of SmackDown. pic.twitter.com/jbsWG9neGm

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Danhausen’s contract with AEW expired on February 28, 2026, the same day he made his WWE debut. He had previously requested his release in 2025, but his deal was extended due to injury time.

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