Spoiler News & Notes for WWE SmackDown in Riyadh – WWE returns to Saudi Arabia today with the final stop before Night of Champions 2025. The June 27 episode of Friday Night SmackDown will be taped live in Riyadh and airs internationally via Netflix before its domestic broadcast tonight on USA Network.
Here’s a breakdown of spoilers and key developments from the go-home episode:
Confirmed Matches & Segments:
- Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton open the show in a segment expected to delve into their long and complex history as former Legacy members turned rivals.
- JC Mateo vs. Jimmy Uso brings further focus to The Bloodline’s evolving presence.
- WWE Women’s United States Championship Match: Zelina Vega (c) defends her title against Giulia, a bout generating speculation over a potential title change.
- Asuka and Jade Cargill appear in a featured segment to further tease a future confrontation.
- Andrade & Rey Fenix vs. DIY continues the tag team momentum on the blue brand.
- Ron Killings delivers a promo segment—no match is currently listed.
- WWE Tag-Team Championship Match: Street Profits (c) face off with the dangerous Wyatt Sicks in a highly anticipated contest.
- WWE Women’s Championship (Last Woman Standing Match): Tiffany Stratton (c) defends against Nia Jax in what’s expected to be one of the night’s most physical encounters.
- The show concludes with a CM Punk and John Cena main event segment, setting the stage for their Undisputed WWE Championship clash at Night of Champions.
Backstage Notes:
- WWE officials reportedly anticipated CM Punk’s negative crowd reaction during the Kickoff event.
- There is buzz around Giulia possibly winning the Women’s U.S. Title, though nothing has been confirmed.
- The women’s and tag title matches were reportedly given significant time, spanning multiple commercial breaks.
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Spoiler News & Notes for WWE SmackDown in Riyadh
