On Friday Night SmackDown, Gunther secured a favor from Paul Heyman, landing a match at Clash in Italy for Cody Rhodes' Undisputed WWE Championship. Heyman put the onus on Rhodes to make Gunther sign the contract.
Rhodes set up the ring himself, awaiting Gunther, who accused him of making the arrival about himself.
"Just like a typical American," said the Austrian. "When the attention is not on you, you cry, complain, and make it all about yourself. This is my title match. This will be my title."
Rhodes responded: "I'm the one with the U.S. flag on my neck, but you're making it weird. Please come sign this contract so you're guaranteed to get your ass kicked at Clash."
Royce Keys interrupted, offering to sign the contract, but Gunther took the pen away. General Manager Nick Aldis made a match between Gunther and Keys for later.
In the main event, Gunther pinned Keys after powerbombing him. Rhodes attacked Gunther from behind post-match.
SmackDown Match Results:
- Trick Williams def. The Miz
- Paige & Brie Bella def. Giulia & Kiana James
- Carmelo Hayes def. Ricky Saints
- Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss def. Michin & B-Fab (DQ)
- Gunther def. Royce Keys