Friday's "SmackDown" was about teams that thrive and survive as we head closer to Survivor Series: War Games.

But this show also had a lot of quality singles matches, including the U.S. title open challenge, which continues to be a weekly highlight.

Also, much like what took place on "Raw" Monday night with Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, we got an official proclamation of AJ Lee and her involvement at War Games.

Friday 'SmackDown' results

• Ilja Dragunov def. JD McDonagh to retain the United States Championship

• Carmelo Hayes def. Bronson Reed in the "Last Time Is Now" tournament

• DIY def. Fraxiom

• Penta def. Finn Ballor in the "Last Time Is Now" tournament

AJ Lee, Becky Lynch join War Games

Lee is officially the fifth and final member of a group that includes Rhea Ripley, Alex

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