Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for June 5, 2026

An angry Gunther shows up from out of the crowd and destroys the Italian comentary table before clearing the English commentary table, then takes a microphone. He says that the show will not start until he gets justice for what happened at Clash in Italy, as he lost despite his foot being under the bottom rope. He also says that "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes cheated and did not beat him. As he looks into the camera and addresses Cody, Cody shows up and slowly makes his way to the ring as he always does before addressing Gunther. Cody says that Gunther is right in his claim, then says that Gunther is a twenty-year pro and is being "big mad" about how he is handling it. He then says they can have their rematch right here tonight. Suddenly, Sami Zayn shows up and greets his "ride or die fans" for giving him the respect he has been looking for. He says he wanted Cody and Gunther to handle their own business, then says he knows where Gunther is coming from. He then says that both men did him wrong and neither man seems to note that, and when Gunther tells Sami to get out of his ring so they can handle World Championship business, Sami says he might not have held a world title, yet he knows about beating Gunther for championships. Cody wants to know what side Sami is on right now, and Sami says that Cody is always blowing him off and looking towards the next threat when he should realize that the biggest threat might be him. Cody says "Is that so?" Sami tells Cody that he said he would beat Gunther and teach him a lesson, then says he beat Gunther and wants to know when Cody will teach that lesson. Gunther goes on the attack, and this time, Sami fights Gunther when he goes for a sleeper on Cody. Cody hits Sami with a tope suicida meant for Gunther, and when Cody offers to help Sami up, Sami gets up and walks away.

The Miz finds out on the phone that Kit Wilson is not here due to his four emotional support cats, then The Miz lets Kit Wilson what he is doing to foil Danhausen's plans. Danhausen shows up, and The Miz starts messing with stuff until he shocks himself. Danhausen then finds some food on the floor and eats it.

Backstage, Gunther confronts General Manager Nick Aldis. He says that instead of being treated like a gift, he is treated like he does not belong. Aldis insists Gunther has always been treated with respect, but Gunther demands Aldis fix everything or else he will be drowning in so many lawsuits his grandchildren will need a lawyer.

We are introduced to the Italian commentary team of Michele Posa and Luca Franchini.

Raquel Rodriguez beats Kiana James, Jacy Jayne and Bayley to advance in the Queen of the Ring Tournament after Jacy yanks Kiana's feet off the middle rope, costing her the win, and Kiana blames Giulia for it. After the match, Kiana rebukes and shoves Giulia away when Giulia tries to help her up, and continues to blame Giulia for the loss before stating it is over. Giulia responds by hitting her with a Lou Thesz press and punching her, then knocking her out of the ring.

Backstage, Sami Zayn smacks another water bottle, then finds Johnny Gargano planking on a road crate and tells him about what happened tonight. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up and tells Sami Zayn to stay out of "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes' and Gunther's business, but Sami says they made their business his business, but Aldis tells Sami he made it worse. Aldis then says he has no time for Sami, and Sami asks who is so important that Aldis cannot give him a minute. Chad Gable shows up, mius the El Grande Americano mask, and stares Sami down before heading into Aldis' office.

Talla Tonga beats Royce Keys after Solo Sikoa distracts the referee and Tama Tonga distracts Royce Keys. After the match, Tama and Talla continue to go on the attack on Royce Keys. R-Truth runs into the ring, but he also gets attacked. Damian Priest shows up and pulls R-Truth out of the ring. With Priest and R-Truth gone, Tama Tonga hits Royce Keys with Cutthroat.

Backstage, Raquel Rodriguez shows up as The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan, JD McDonagh, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio) talk amongst each other. They celebrate Raquel's win, then Dominik says he will win the match so that The Judgment Day will win all the gold.

We hear from Finn Balor, who says that he has proven himself time and time again in this business, and that in any night, any situation and any match, he will shine every time an opportunity falls his way. He says that he can stand toe-to-toe with the best, but he wants it all. Finn Balor is part of the SmackDown roster now, and he will make his debut in the King of the Ring Tournament next week.

Backstage, Damian Priest wants R-Truth to stop helping Royce Keys, as he doesn't know what is going on between Royce Keys and the MFT's (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Talla Tonga). The War Raiders (Ivar and Erik) shows up with the AAA World Tag Team Championships, and Erik tells R-Truth that when he is ready, they want to defend their titles against the WWE Tag Team Champions. Ivar says they are ready, but nobody is ready for war. R-Truth says he has never met either of them a day in his life and leaves.

Rhea Ripley heads to the ring. Rhea says she has put Jade Cargill behind her, and while she did not come out completely unscathed due to her banged-up knee and Jade Cargill came in with a gameplan to take her out, Cargill failed to take her out, and she is still champion. She also says she had a nice, unexpected friend help her with the numbers game, and Charlotte Flair shows up and admits that while Rhea did not asks for her help, she had her back because she respects her and had fun teaming with her. Charlotte then says that Queen of the Ring is happening for the next few weeks and that she is a competitor at heart as well as a fourteen-time champion, and that she will be standing in front of Rhea at SummerSlam, because Rhea has what she wants. Tiffany Stratton shows up, and after refusing to apologize to Charlotte, Tiffany admits that while she looks good with the Women's United States title, she wants the WWE Women's Championship. Jade Cargill, "Michin" Mia Yim and B-Fab show up, and Cargill says that Tiffany, Rhea and Charlotte look stupid together before stating that Charlotte made herself next in line for what she pulled, and tells Tiffany to stay out of her business. Cargill then tells Rhea she is coming for what is hers, and she, Michin and B-Fab head to the ring before General Manager Nick Aldis shows up. After Aldis says that Rhea is not cleared to compete, Charlotte admits that she and Tiffany do not like each other, but challenges Cargill and company to a tag match. Aldis makes the match official, and the match takes place next.

Jade Cargill and "Michin" Mia Yim beat Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) Jacy is not in the mood for an interview. As she says that she is on another level compared to the rest of the women's division, she spies Brie Bella and Paige in a photoshoot. As Brie and Paige mention Jacy's loss tonight, Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid jump Brie and Paige.

Backstage, R-Truth meets with Royce Keys. Royce tells R-Truth he appreciates what R-Truth has done for him, and R-Truth says he wants to return the favor. Royce acknowledges that he and Damian Priest cannot get along, however, and says that this is something R-Truth will have to handle.

Ricky Saints beats Carmelo Hayes after grabbing the tights on a roll-up.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Trick Williams. Trick says he is only concerned with himself, but he is entertained with people fighting over what he has. He hopes to win the King of the Ring Tournament, be on the same list with some greats, and win a world championship to become a double champion again. Bron Breakker then shows up and briefly stares down Trick Williams.

Backstage, Tiffany Stratton is met by Chelsea Green, who insists on wanting to team with Tiffany. Chelsea fails to figure it out that Tiffany wants nothing to do with her, even as Chelsea wants Tiffany in her corner for her match.

We hear from Blake Monroe. Blake is impressed by Tiffany Stratton and her trise to the top, and says that looking at her is like looking in a mirror. She calls a match with her a box-office event, but Tiffany is not used to getting her hands dirty, and Tiffy Time will soon run on "Monroe minutes." Blake Monroe is coming soon to SmackDown.

Lash Legend beats Chelsea Green.

Backstage, Royce Keys is met by Solo Sikoa. Royce tells Solo to watch what he says, and Solo asks Royce why he is being so difficult. Solo says that Roman Reigns made Jacob Fatu bow down like a dog and that Damian Priest wants nothing to do with him, and he is the only family Royce has. Royce asks if he really busted his ass for this, but Solo reminds him that he is the one who made the call to bring him to WWE just like he brought Jacob, Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga to WWE. Solo says that they need to get ready for war, and tells him to stop being so difficult or else he will make things difficult.

Backstage, Axiom congratulates Rey Fenix on winning the AAA Cruiserweight Champion. As Fenix tells Nathan Frazer that he has a title shot if he wants it, Chad Gable meets with Fenix and says they had a great match, but he had it under false pretenses as El Grande Americano. He says that he was made a mockery of lucha libre when he was should have been taking on a responsibility, and asks Fenix for forgiveness. Fenix says that Gable has learned a lot and has suffered from losing his match, and while he forgives Gable, he reminds him that he is not the only person he offended.

"Dirty" Dominik Mysterio beats Damian Priest, Trick Williams and Bron Breakker to advance in the King of the Ring Tournament and face Oba Femi in the semi-finals after JD McDonagh distracts Damian Priest and Liv Morgan hits Priest with a low blow following Bron Breakker clotheslining Damina Priest through the announce table.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for June 5, 2026

We look back on Frankie Kazarian vs. Eddie Edwards from Slammiversary 2023.

We look back on the Wicked Garden Match between The Broken Hardys ("Broken" Matt Hardy and Brother Nero) vs. The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch).

Gia Miller interviews KC Navarro for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include In 'n Out Burger and other food spots to look for while on the road, pizza chains in Florida, and pineapple on pizza.

Jada Stone beats Brittnie Brooks and Harley Hudson in a triple threat match.

Thursday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for June 5, 2025

Candice LeRae beats "Michin" Mia Yim after countering Eat DeFeat with a schoolkid pin while grabbing the tights.

Karrion Kross beats Akira Tozawa.

Final iMPACT! - iMPACT! recap for June 5, 2025

Indi Hartwell beats Tasha Steelz after Jason Hotch refuses to hit Indi with a cheap shot, which distracts Tasha and costs her the match. After the match, Mustafa Ali walks pat Indi Hartwell, gets in the ring, throws the referee to the mat, then shoves Tasha. Jason Hotch confronts Mustafa Ali for his actions, and Mustafa smiles, says something to Hotch, and walks away. Tasha Steelz and John Skyler then leave with with Mustafa Ali while Jason Hotch stays in the ring.

We hear from Mance Warner and Steph de Lancer. Mance Warner praises Steve Maclin for going through Hell and coming out the other side, then says he and Steph live in Hell. He says Maclin has a target on his chest and that he is coming to take the International Championship. Steph says that Mance will win championship gold at Against All Odds.

Backstage, John Skyler meets with Tasha Steelz. Tasha is puzzled by Mustafa Ali's behavior, but Skyler says Mustafa Ali is under a lot of pressure. Steelz and Skyler then take a phone call, then Mustafa Ali shows up and asks if everything is good. Jason Hotch shows up. Mustafa automatically accepts Hotch's apology before he can say anything, then says actions have consequences and that there will be consequences to Hotch's actions. He says Hotch will be in a match at Against All Odds against him.

Moose retains the TNA X Division Championship against Eric Young. Early in the match, Eric Young has a boot on Moose's groin as he leads the crowd in a full recital of "O Canada" as JDC distracts the referee, making everything worse for Moose. Later on in the match, JDC puts Moose's foot on the bottom rope following an Eric Young piledriver, and Judas Icarus and Travis Williams go after JDC and attack him. This distracts the referee, and Moose is able to hot a low blow before retaining with a Spear. After the match, Eric Young takes his anger out on a fan in the front row, and Judas Icarus and Travis Williams join in until security shows up.

We hear from Dani Luna, who says that she and Jody Threat had a bond forged through fire as they fought for and with each other and became a family. She admits she did not get the fairytale ending, but she will use this as fuel to become a Knockout that everyone will remember. She says that Spitfire (Jody Threat and Dani Luna) is done, but she is not, and her fire remains and she cannot wait to show what she can do.

Backstage, we hear from Joe Hendry. He says the last year felt like he had the world behind him and that he was taking TNA to new heights, but now the TNA World Championship is in Trick Williams' hands and he dropped the ball. He feels that he has let everyone down and that Trick Williams does not appreciate the history of the TNA World Championship's history, and that he would like nothing more than another shot at Trick to take the title back. However, that is not his spot right now and it is Elijah's turn, and he supports him. He talks about how he grew up watching TNA when he felt he would not amount to much, then Frankie Kazarian shows up and calls Hendry an embarrassment, and states that Hendry grew up watching him build his kingdom. He says he will be a better man and a better champion at Hendry, and at Against All Odds, he will have one more opportunity to embarrass him.

Before the next match, the personal concierge George Iceman calls Canada "a hellhole" and states that it is "full of degenerates" before introducing Heather by Elegance and M by Elegance.

Heather by Elegance and M by Elegance beat Myla Grace and Harley Hudson following the distraction by the personal concierge George Iceman, which allows Heather to kick Myla in the butt as she goes up top and hit her with a top rope Spanish Fly before M finishes the job with a top rope moonsault.

As per the Bioflex Injury Report, Tessa Blanchard remains on a day-to-day basis with her TMJ injury and is not yet cleared to compete. Meanwhile, Matt Cardona is cleared following bruises in his International Championship match with Steve Maclin. Also, due to the nature of Xia Brookside and Rosemary's Monster's Ball Match, Bioflex is equipped and prepared for any medical emergencies regarding it.

We see a video package for Rosemary vs. Xia Brookside in a Monster's Ball Match tonight.

Xia Brookside beats Rosemary in a Monster's Ball Match after blocking a green mist spit with a trash can lid before putting her through four open metal folding chairs.

The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz) meet in the treehouse. Wentz compares their brotherhood to other wrestling brotherhoods, then he and Trey say The Nemeths ("The Wanted Man" Nic and "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth) are not brothers like they are and that they will be TNA World Tag Team Champions.

We hear from Elijah, who calls out Trick Williams through song, saying that he is built on hype and not heart and can talk the talk but cannot walk the walk. He then proclaims that that he will bring the TNA World Championship home to stay.

We hear from Lei Ying Lee, who says that she has worked her way up to this moment and that Masha Slamovich had better be ready for what is coming as she will not give her room to breathe. Lei Ying Lee says she will not challenge Masha; she will end her reign, as she is coming to Against All Odds to win.

Director of Authority Santino Marella heads to the ring. Santino states that he will be stepping down as Director of Authority and that a match with Robert Stone at Against All Odds is set in stone. If Robert Stone wins, he takes his job; if he wins; Robert Stone is out of here. He says there was a time when he was happy to not be on the road, as it is so hard when one misses their family, and that he missed a lot of Arianna Grace's life. When he had an opportunity to come to TNA, however, he fell in love with wrestling again. Santino says that wrestling changed his life and states that the Director of Authority position is one of purpose and a job that he has taken seriously, and that he has done this for the fans. He thanks the fans for giving him his time, and states that he is stepping down for one day, as he will be back in power after he destroys Robert Stone. Robert Stone and Victoria Crawford show up, with Robert Stone pretending to be moved to tears and stating that while the fans may love Santino, Santino is a loser, not a leader. He states that when he beats Santino at Against All Odds, he will make sure he is never allowed in TNA again, and moving forward, TNA will officially be "The Sheriff Stone Show." Santino tells Robert Stone that he should have let him finish, as he has two younger children who is watching him stand up to people like Robert Stone, then tells Robert Stone he had better be ready to go through hell, as he is only winning through his dead body.

We hear from Masha Slamovich, who says that she is locked in when she sees her opponent and that everything else is gone. She proclaims that she is ready for a real challenge and a warrior, which she believes fits Lei Ying Lee to a tee. Masha tells Lei Ying Lee she can see through her soul and see self-doubt, as they both know that every warrior has a weakness and she will find it. Masha states she chose Lei Ying Lee because she is the best, and that it is high time that she beats the best.

Leon Slater, Matt Hardy and Mike Santana beat Frankie Kazarian and The Nemeths ("The Wanted Man" Nic and "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth) in a six-man tag match.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for June 5, 2025

Thunder Rosa and Persephone beat Leila Grey and Dulce Tormenta by submission via Thunder Rosa to Dulce Tormenta. Both teams show respect after the match.

In backstage footage from earlier today, The Frat House (Griff Garrison, Cole Karter, Preston Vance, Jacked Jameson) suddenly notice Ian Riccaboni and call him over to complain about what he has said about them. Preston Vance says they will go back to beating up The Dark Order, then make him part of the toast before Preston Vance gets in his face for "Win or lose, we booze."

Before the next match, Jacked Jameson says The Frat House (Griff Garrison, Cole Karter, Preston Vance, Jacked Jameson) has been the coolest thing to hit Ring of Honor to the point that young girls are watching Ring of Honor for the first time ever and young men want to join them. Their two pledges have a drink as part of their initiation, then get attacked by The Frat House before told that if they win, they are in. Griff Garrisonand Cole Karter then have a tag team match with the two pledges and, despite some fighting back from one of the pledges, get the win.

Backstage, we hear from Thunder Rosa and Persephone. Persephone celebrates their victory tonight, then invites Thunder Rosa to CMLL for a match. Thunder Rosa accepts that offer for Global Wars Mexico.

Wheeler Yuta beats Aaron Solo.

We see a vignette for Bandido.

We hear from Mxm Collection (Mansoor and Mason Madden), Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie. Mason Madden says that Bandido will have to prove himself in a Proving Ground Match against Mansoor. Madden and Johnny TV put Mansoor on a pedestal, then Mansoor and Taya Valkyria state that the ROH World Championship will be coming to "MxMTV."

Athena beats Rachel Armstrong in an ROH Women's World Championship Proving Ground Match. After the match, Athena continue to attack Rachel Armstrong until Thunder Rosa shows up and chases her out of the ring.

We see a vignette revealing the return of Dalton Castle. We see Dalton Castle's boys in full regalia in the desert when a UFO shows up. The UFO shows up, and Dalton Castle - who has not been seen in almost a year - comes out of it. The boys welcome Dalton Castle, who then says "Boys...let's go break some hearts."

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for June 5, 2024

MJF heads to the ring to start tonight's show. MJF says he is here to put everyone on notice, as while he has nursing his wounds at his palatial estate, he watched "a bunch of children" making bold claims on his show, then makes fun of "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada, Swerve Strickland, and Will Ospreay. He says Okada looks like he cannot afford a gym membership, that Swerve missed the public speaking course in business school and that Will Ospreay is nowhere on his level or the level or the level of anyone he has ever beaten. MJF then tells Ospreay that he is the best in the world after doing the impossible by becoming the face of AEW in five short years, creating the sport's biggest moments and going from the most hated to the most beloved. After mentioning that people are trying to slander his name and revise his legacy, Rush suddenly shows up and says MJF is just like the American fans in that he never shuts up, then says he has been working hard since MJF has been gone. He takes offense to MJF getting a big celebration, then asks where his is before stating he will take it. MJF then makes fun of Rush's speech, saying he could not understand and does not give a shit before telling Rush that he is dry just like every woman he has ever slept with. MJF admits that Rush is talented and has managed to make a name for himself in Mexico and AEW and beat some of the best, then says he is the best before getting Rush angry to the point where both men brawl. Interim EVP Christopher Daniels shows up with security and referees, and it takes a while for everyone to separate both men.

We hear from Roderick Strong, who says that even the best-laid plans can go awry and that nothing has ever knocked him back to the bottom of the mountain, and at the top of the mountain, the sun sets on Swerve Strickland's world title reigns and it will set at his hands.

Rey Fenix beats Jay Lethal, Orange Cassidy and Kyle O'Reilly with an inside cradle to Lethal despite one bad leg to get a shot at the AEW International Championship. After the match, Don Callis and Trent Beretta show up, and when Callis hands Trent a chair, Orange Cassidy pulls a chain out from underneath the ring and balls it around his right hand. As Callis backs Trent up, Kris Statlander stops Orange, then Stokely Hathaway shows up and says Kris' foot will go so far up Orange's ass that Orange will cough up shoe leather. Kris then slaps Orange in the face. Willow Nightingale then shows up and runs into the ring, and Statlander and Stokely retreat.

Backstage, Chris Jericho tells his driver to make a full stop at every sign, then gives the nearby cameraman a hard time before he, Big Bill and "The Outlaw" Bryan Keith enter the arena.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Willow Nightingale, who admits that she lost at Double or Nothing before congratulating Mercedes Moné and saying that a rematch is down the line. She says she could have expected a double-cross from Stokely Hathaway, but not from Kris Statlander, who she says betrayed her trust and now has no idea how dangerous she is. Orange Cassidy then shows up and fist bumps Willow.

Interim EVP Christopher Daniels shows up. He announces that a new TNT Championship will be crowned in a ladder match at Forbidden Door, and that another qualifying match for it will take place right here, right now.

Mark Briscoe beats "The Machine" Brian Cage in a TNT Championship Ladder Match qualifier. Don Callis and "The Alpha" Konosuke Takeshita are seen watching from the crowd, and "Scapegoat" Jack Perry is seen watching from backstage. After the match, Jack Perry congratulates Mark Briscoe, but says he has already proven that nobody is willing to sacrifice more than him. He says Tony Khan can screw him all he wants, but he cannot be stopped, as the universe has chosen him and he will be the next TNT Champion.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Samoa Joe and Hook. Samoa Joe says his partnership with Hook is not nearly a mentorship before The Premier Athletes (Tony Nese, Ariya Daivari, Josh Woods) show up and make fun of Hook while smacking the Funyuns out of Hook's hands before walking away. Joe says people like The Premier Athletes do not talk to sharks like them unless they know they can get away with it, then says they will handle them on their time.

Backstage, The Learning Tree (Chris Jericho, Big Bill, "The Outlaw" Bryan Keith) congratulate "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard and "Cool Hand" Angelo Parker for becoming the new lead commentator of Rampage and the new baby respectively before giving them advice.

Before the next match, The Acclaimed ("Platinum" Max Caster, Anthony Bowens, "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn) head to the ring, but The Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson) show up on the video screen and cut Max's rapping segment for disparaging them before ordering The Acclaimed to leave the in-ring area.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Swerve Strickland and Prince Nana. Swerve produces a manila folder before welcoming MJF back, then says the folder contains a contract for Forbidden Door's main event to be sent to Will Ospreay. As for Roderick Strong, he says that he is the mountain of professional wrestling and that he will bury Roderick underneath it for making demands. He then says that he was rooting for Team AEW (Dax Harwood, Cash Wheeler, Darby Allin, "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson) at Double or Nothing, and asks that he be on the team next time they assemble for an Anarchy In The Arena match.

We see a video package of Mercedes Moné's career in New Japan Pro Wrestling as well as her history with Stephanie Vaquer.

The Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson) beat Volador Jr., Esfinge, Rugido and Magnus.

Backstage at catering, Chris Jericho gives the best advice on how to scoop chicken and dumpling out of a container.

We hear from Daniel Garcia, who talks about how he got his start in professional wrestling, the car crash that broke his legs and almost ended his career, and his match last week with Will Ospreay for the International Championship.

Backstage, The Acclaimed ("Platinum" Max Caster, Anthony Bowens, "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn) warn The Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson) that sooner or later, they will have to come face-to-face in the ring.

Backstage, we hear from The Young Bucks, who meet with The Patriarchy. Christian Cage says that he can only trust the EVP's to do the right thing, then says he was screwed out of the TNT Championship and that The Patriarchy deserves to be on top, and demands another title shot. Matthew admits that Christopher Daniels is in their way, but they are still in charge and that they will like what they have in score, then asks that they continue their working relationship.

"Timeless" Toni Storm and Luther guest on commentary for the next match.

Saraya beats Mariah May by submission. After the match, "Timeless" Toni Storm checks on Mariah, then Saraya and Harley Cameron attack Mariah and Toni before Mina Shirakawa shows up and takes them both out. As Mina checks on Mariah, Toni takes offense, and Mariah has to hug them both.

Backstage, The Learning Tree (Chris Jericho, Big Bill, "The Outlaw" Bryan Keith) meet with Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) and says they should make their party public like he has opened up his learning tree. Bryan Keith sees this as disrespect, and Big Bill says that the people who need the advice most are the ones who do not know they need it. Jericho then invites Private Party to his show The Learning Tree with Chris Jericho.

Backstage, "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson congratulates Wheeler Yuta for helping The Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson) come out on top, then says that his last year as a full-time wrestler has not went like he wanted. He says that he has lost every big match and that losing to Anarchy In The Arena was the straw that broke the camel's back, but when he saw Wheeler Yuta return, he realized his year was not over yet. He says that he is fired up for the men's Owen Hart Tournament this year with the winner getting a shot at the AEW World Championship , and while it may be his last shot, it will be the best shot of his career, and he will go out on top.

Swerve Strickland retains the AEW World Championship against Roderick Strong.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Speed Demon - Speed recap for June 5, 2024

Andrade beats Karl Anderson in 46 seconds to advance in the third tournament, which will determine a #1 contender for the WWE Speed Championship.

Next week: Andrade vs. Tommaso Ciampa in the semi-finals!

THIS WEEK on #WWESpeed, exclusively on @X!

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Raw Deal - Raw recap for June 5, 2023

Seth "Freakin'" Rollins heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Rollins asks when Raw last had a live world championship match, and mentions it has been nearly two years since that happened. He says two years has been "too damn long" and that he went onto Twitter and made an open challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship tonight, which was answered by Damian Priest. Rollins admits he is "kinda psyched about it" and reiterates that he wants fights and wants to fight the best, and states that The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio) are as good as it gets and that he looks forward to showing that as good as they are, they are not him. Finn Balor and Damian Priest show up, and Rollins asks where Rhea Ripley and Dominik Mysterio. Priest says Rhea and Dominik have their own business to worry about and that Rollins should be worried about him. Rollins questions Finn Balor standing next to him and whether or not they do virtually everything together, then Finn Balor mocks Rollins before telling him he will not love it when Priest beats him for the World Heavyweight Championship tonight. Priest admits that Rollins is a deserving champion and that his accomplishments speak for themselves, and while Rollins has beaten them all, so has he, and with this opportunity in front of him when he did not expect it, he will take it and he will not fall. After Priest says that he can beat Rollins for the title on his own, Rollins appreciates his courage, then tells Priest to put his money where his money where his mouth is and leave The Judgment Day in the back, especially when Finn does not fare well in fights with him. Finn Balor protests, but Priest says he is fine with this and accepts that challenge before telling Rollins that he will beat him and leave him with the shortest reign ever. Rollins loves what is going on, then says his reign is already longer than Finn Balor's.

Becky Lynch beats Sonya Deville to qualify for the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match despite interference attempts by Chelsea Green. During the match, Trish Stratus and Zoey Stark show up to watch the match from the stage.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens. Sami says it is nice to see The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso)do what they should have done months ago, albeit just Jimmy Uso, with the jury still out on Jey. As Sami says The Bloodline are not their problem anymore, Imperium (Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci) show up and says they are their problem as long as they are champions. As Kevin Owens shouts at them for showing up without being called again, Gunther shows up and says that Owens lacks discipline. Owens immediately challenges Gunther to a match and heads to the ring.

We see a vignette for Katana Chance and Kayden Carter.

Gunther beats Kevin Owens with a stack-up schoolkid pin after Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci brawl with Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens after Sami pulls Vinci off the ring apron.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Matt Riddle. Matt Riddle says he is tired of Gunther cheating week after week, and as he says that Gunther would not be Intercontinental Championship had it not been for Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci, Kaiser and Vinci show up and berate him for his comments about Gunther. When Riddle asks Kaiser what he will do about it, Kaiser asks Riddle what he will do about it and pokes him in the process. Riddle throws Kaiser over the road crate and catches a boot from Vinci before putting him in an ankle lock and getting carried off by officials after snapping Vinci's leg.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Baszer says is this destiny that they both envisioned years ago, and Ronda says it is past time that the women's tag team titles be legitimized as she issues an open challenge for the titles, which is answered by Katana Chance and Kayden Carter. Ronda and Baszler call them both small, brave and stupid before Baszler says they will tear the tendons from their bodies.

"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler beat Kayden Carter and Katana Chance with a Kirifuda Clutch from Baszler to Kayden.

Backstage, Ricochet is met by Bronson Reed, who takes offense to Ricochet being in the Money In The Bank Ladder Match despite having lost to him. Ricochet reminds Bronson that Bronson lost his qualifying match against Shinsuke Nakamura while he won his. Bronson says he had Nakamura, but Nakamura shows up and says that was until he beat him. Bronson leaves, then Ricochet commends Nakamura on how he handled Bronson before telling him that he will beat him tonight. Nakamura tells him that they will see.

We see a vignette for Johnny Gargano, who says it is easy to label him as the underdog when he has something people cannot measure and that people have thought that they could take one look and understand him. He says he was a kid in Cleveland, Ohio with a dream, and while he was first told that there was no place for him in NXT, he became the face of NXT five years later before heading to Raw. He dares people to underestimate him, for that is where he thrives while doing things in his own special way.

Ricochet vs. Shinsuke Nakamura ends in a no-contest after Bronson Reed shows up and attacks both men.

Backstage, Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) talk with Maxxine Dupri. Gable says that Otis is the reason that his brawn and her brains came together, and that in order to become an Alpha, one does not run from a fight. After Maxxine mentions Valhalla chasing after her like a wild animal, Otis says they will take The Viking Raiders out with some deodorant, then says Maxxine might be ready to take on Valhalla. When Gable mentions Maxxine's outfit, Maxxine says she has the perfect outfit in her locker.

It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's guest is "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes. On the subject of fighting Brock Lesnar with one good arm, Cody says we will not be seeing Lesnar for a while due to his "annual hibernation." Miz then announces that he has invited another person who shares the same pressures as a second-generation talent, then introduces Dominik Mysterio. Dominik Mysterio heads to the ring with Rhea Ripley, then Rhea shutz Miz up so Dominik can announce something. Dominik says Cody is "a little birdy with a broken wing" while he has done hard time and also calls Cody a bad father after mentioning Cody's list of towns Brock Lesnar can find him. He mentions Cody having a baby daughter only to be here like a "deadbeat dad" like Rey Mysterio.Cody makes fun of Dominik's "fifteen minutes" in jail and says he has a worse jail tattoo then he is, then says that Rey gave him a public spanking. He then states that Rey has made his share of mistakes and that he can tell because he is looking at one. Dominik and Rhea leave, then Dominik turns around and slaps Cody in the face before hiding behind Rhea. Rhea and Dominik then leave for real. Cody responds by knocking Miz out with his injured hand.

Zoey Stark beats Natalya to qualify for the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match after Trish Stratus kicks the knee out from behind Natalya when the referee is not looking.

We hear from Paul Heyman, who cordially invites everyone to watch on SmackDown when Jey Uso makes his historic choice. He says that as "The Wise Man," he is tasked at times to deliver unpleasant news, even if he has to deliver it to Roman Reigns. He says that this is no different and that the news will not be pleasant, because on Friday night, Jey Uso will make his choice and will choose and stand by his brother - Solo, not Jimmy Uso - and that he will never be close to Jimmy as he is to Roman Reigns and that Jey Uso will acknowledge that fact.

Indus Sher (Veer Mahaan and Sanga) vs. Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin eds in a no-contest after Indus Sher absolutely destroy Cedric Alexander.

Seth "Freakin'" Rollins retains the World Heavyweight Championship against Damian Priest. Despite the rest of The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio) not allowed to show up during the match, Finn Balor shows up only for Rollins to quickly superkick him. After the match, Rollins and Finn have a staredown to end the show.

This week on Raw Talk: Imperium (Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, Giovanni Vinci)! Bronson Reed! Katana Chance and Kayden Carter!

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Hell In A Cell 2022 - The LIVE Results

It is announced that Cody Rhodes has suffered a partially torn right pectoral tendon during a brawl with Rollins and that it has torn off the bone during training; nevertheless, he will still wrestle tonight.

In footage from earlier today, Byron Saxton interviews Ezekiel. Ezekiel says Kevin Owens is a "tough S.O.B." and that he cannot take away from that or anything he has done, then says Owens is underestimating him and that this is his first big show. He says that he and Elias talk sporadically, and says that Elias had his reasons for leaving that he hopes to find out someday. Ezekiel talks about how he and Elias grew up watching WWE and how they dreamed of being tag team champions one day. He hopes that Elias is watching, as they both were at Hell In A Cell 1998 when The Undertaker threw Mankind off the top of the cell and his brother told him "One day, brother." Ezekiel says Owens has made his life a living hell and has tried to embarass him, but every step of the way, the "Zeke Freaks" have been by his side. He says that when the bell turns, it is his turn, and Owens will find out that he is who he says he is.

Bianca Belair retains the WWE Raw Women's Championship against Asuka and Becky Lynch after Becky hits Asuka with the Manhandle Slam only for Bianca to toss Becky out of the ring and pick the bones of Becky's handiwork to pin Asuka and retain the title.

Backstage, MVP and Omos are met by Cedric Alexander. MVP tells Cedric that he has failed to get back onto his good graces, that The Hurt Business is done and that they are done. Omos says to Cedric "It's time for you to go."

Lashley beats MVP and Omos in a two-on-one handicap match after Cedric Alexander tries to interfere only to get tossed out of the ring by Omos, which leads to Lashley hitting Omos with a Spear and submitting MVP with the Hurt Lock to win. After the match, Lashley takes a WWE Championship replica belt from a fan and lifts it up, saying "I'm coming!"

Kevin Owens bwats Ezekiel after knocking Ezekiel off the top rope to stop a second elbow drop before hitting two superkicks, a Cannonball Senton and a Stunner.

Judgment Day (Edge, Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley) beat "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, Finn Balor and Liv Morgan in a six-person tag match.

Backstage, Bobby Lashley runs into Cedric Alexander, who says that he is sick and tired of being tried like an unwanted toy and that Omos and MVP got what they deserve, and that it is time to stand on his own two feet. Lashley tells Cedric he has to stand up for himself around here, then tells him not to interfere in his matches ever again.

Madcap Moss beats Happy Corbin in a No Holds Barred match after wrapping a chair around Corbin's neck and slamming the ring steps into them to injure Corbin's neck. After the match, medical staff have to help Corbin into a neck brace and onto a stretcher.

Austin Theory retains the WWE United States Championship against Mustafa Ali.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes beats Seth Rollins despite suffering a torn right pectoral tendon - and a giant bruise on the right side of hs chest - following two Cross Rhodes and a sledgehammer shot.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling presented by CarShield recap for June 5, 2022

We look back on PPRay's ("Pretty" Peter Avalon and Ray Rosas) recent history prior to their sudden split. Matches and moments include:

The first match is PPRay ("Pretty" Peter Avalon and Ray Rosas) vs. Midnight Heat ("Rockin' Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddy Pearl) for the DEFY Tag Team Championships from the October 2, 2021 episode of UWN Primetime Live

We look back on PPRay's interview from May 22, 2022. Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews PPRay ("Pretty" Peter Avalon and Ray Rosas). Peter Avalon says he and Ray Rosas have been doing this for ten years and is excited, but Ray Rosas does not seem as enthusiastic. The Midnight Heat ("Rockin' Ricky Gibson, "Precious" Eddie Pearl, Guy Tweakacetti) show up and tell PPRay that they took their spot, but Beef Candy (Richie Slade and Flex McCalleon) show up to state they are the hottest thing on the menu. This leads to a brawl between the three teams.

Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews Ray Rosas. Ray screams into the microphone and says nobody asks what Peter Avalon did to deserve getting kicked in the face. He says that he was wronged and that he punished him with impunity. He says that Avalon took everything from him and is only known as Peter Avalon's partner. He says that he is a person and that this is about autonomy, and that he wants people to see him and know that he matters, too.

"Pretty" Peter Avalon vs. Jordan Cruz for the United Heritage Championship

We see the aftermath of the PPRay ("Pretty" Peter Avalon and Ray Rosas) split. "Pretty" Peter Avalon shows up and says that while he is in the mood to make jokes in his current venue of the Irvine Improve, he feels sadly and strangely calm after what happened. He knows that people are excepting him to get vengeance, but he says that he has no interested as it is blind and deaf and leaves a bitter taste in one's mouth. Instead, he desires understanding. He says that PPRay was named by the fans and that he and Ray got the best out of each other either in singles or in tag action, as they both grew in the business together. He even mentions Rosas saving him from having a gun against his head. He also talks about when he was hired from All Elite Wrestling and how he told Rosas about it, and how Rosas told him that he was proud of him and that he had to take the plunge to All Elite Wrestling. Avalon then says something changed in Ray Rosas and that he did not give a damn anymore, even calling himself "the leftovers." He says that was never true and that when he gave up, he became the sloppy seconds then. He mentions that Rosas feels slighted against him, and that when goes to Jacksonville, Florida, he might as well be invisible after having an identity in Championship Wrestling and seeing others go to bigger and better places. He then says that what is important is him, as he is tired of feeling like a joke in the back. Avalon says he does not Ray Rosas and that he will rise to the top alone if he has to. Suddenly, he is attacked by Rosas, who tosses him off the stage and hits him with the ring bell.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for June 5, 2021

The Survival of the Fittest tournament has returned for the first time since 2018, and the winner of this tournament will earn a shot at the ROH World Championship.

We hear from Flamita - now known as "Demonic Flamita" - who says that Rey Horus is the victim and that he will make it to the to of ROH, and that he wants to everyone to know that Hell has arived and its name is Flamita. We then hear from Rey Horus, who says that if Demonic Flamita wants to destroy Mexisquad and be a rudo, then so be it. He says that he will show Flamita that he has a disrespectful side on his way to an opportunity at the ROH World Championship.

Demonic Flamita beats Rey Horus to advance to the Survival of the Fittest Tournament finals.

We hear from Sledge, who tells Brian Johnson that ROH owes him nothing, especially when he takes shortcuts in the ring, takes everything for granted and disrespects his own father. He says he will kick Brian Johnson's ass for his father and that he will send him crawling back to his father for forgiveness. We then hear from Brian Johnson, who brings up Sledge's battles with addictions and personal demons to become one of the hardest hitters in the ring, then says he is a complete jackass and knows what it is like to go to bed at night wondering when he will get his next fix and that he is . Johnson says he is addicted to professional wrestling and has spent all his time doing everything he can do to become succesful and win championships, and says that he will blow through Sledge and ensure that Sledge does not get through him. That match will be on ROH Week By Week as part of the Survival of the Fitness on ROH's YouTube channel next Tuesday on June 8th.

Josh "The Goods" Woods beats "The Last Real Man" Silas Young by submission in a Pure Rules Match with a heel hook despite Silas Young's bending of the rules and after Silas Young runs out of rope breaks.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Memphis recap for June 5, 2021

Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson head to the announce table. Steel says that Dustin Starr gifted Brett Michaels a championship match last week, saying he has done nothing to do it. Brett Michaels soon shows up. Michaels says he pinned Alan Steel last week, and this week, it will happen again and he will become Memphis Heritage Champion. Steel tells Michaels he got lucky as it was a tag team match, but he does mano-a-mano and "champ vs. chump" better than anyone else.

Austin Lane says it is time to prove who is the best of the best in his open challenge from last week. The open challenge is answered by "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx.

Austin Lane beats "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx by submission.

The Skimahorns (Brad and Briar Skimahorn) head to the announce table and bring out Uncle Mikey. Brad says that it is three-on-two today, The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) soon show up. Simon brings out their own back-up in the form of Danny B. Good, who says that "The Hotstepper is back."

The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) and Danny B. Good beat The Skimahorns (Brad Skimahorn, Briar Skimahorn, Uncle Mikey) in a six-man tag match. After the match, The Yung GOATs (Zay Washington and Aaron Roberts) head to the announce table. They agree that it is time to introduce some tag team titles, then Brad Skimahorn says that if anyone will be champions, it will be The Skimahorns. The Posse also jump into the argument as the show goes to break.

We hear from Diana Taylor, who says that everyone is calling her "Dangerous Diana" she did not mean to hurt Paris Kelly and that Paris knows this. She says that Paris has changed since teaming with Eric McMahon to sue her. Diana feels that Eric McMahon is using Paris Kelly and her injury to make himself rich, and tells Paris Kelly she did not mean to hurt her.

Van Viciouss heads to the announce table and says he wants to talk to Maria Starr and show her what a real man is like while insulting the fans and calling Dustin Starr "microphone boy." Maria wants no part of Van Viciouss, and Dustin tells him to get in the ring.

Van Viciouss beats Maxx Stone.

Norman Meklakov heads to the announce table. After Meklakov speaks some Russian, "Big Swole" Justin Cole attacks Meklakov from behind and has to be held back by two referees.

Alan Steel retains the Memphis Heritage Championship against "The GunShow' Brett Michaels after "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, The Revenant of Walker Hayes and The Crowleys (Jacksyn and Otis Crowley) show up and surround the ring, distracting Brett Michaels. This allows Alan Steel to hit Brett Michaels with Twisted Steel to retain.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling presented by Pro Shingle recap for June 5, 2021

Ray Rosas beats Darwin Finch by submission after an awkward attempt at a top rope move. After the match, Keita Murray is seen showing up. He shows Ray Rosas something on his cellphone, then winks at him before leaving.

We hear from Dan Joseph, who says he has had some anger issues as of late and says he feels bad for the parking lot attendant he beat up, who is actually a wrestler. He brings him up - a wrestler named Lazaraus - for a match and an opportunity in the ring. When Lazarus shows up, Dan Joseph is unimpressed with his make-up, and tells him not to get any on him.

Backstage, Emily Mae interviews Beef Candy. Richie Slade says that Heritage Championship does not love Jordan Cruz, who he says has taken everything from them. Flex McCalleon gives Richie some sugarless candy before saying that they made him and will devour him in the end. Flex says that next week, they will take the Hollywood Heritage Championship back, and Richie Slade tells Cruz to enjoy being top flavor because he will go back to being vanilla before he knows it.

Adriel Noctis beats Lazarus. During the match, Sketch shows up to get a coser look at the match from ringside. After the match, Sketch and Adriel Noctis celebrate.

Backstage, Emily Mae interviews "The GunShow" Brett Michaels, who says that ever since he stepped foot in Championship Wrestling From Memphis, he has made his mark in the Cobra Cup, and now he is ready to see what else he can get and take the United Television Championship from Levi Shapiro.

Before the next match, Halston Boddy calls Viva Van the gemstone of what will become the biggest faction in history, and says that the women's division wants a piece of what Viva Van has. He says the women's division does not even have half the talent, look and body that Viva Van has. Viva Van says she is tired of seeing CeCe Chanel, who takes things personally, and says what she does is just business and that she is here to win. She says that CeCe Chanel may be good, but she is not hellbent, and she is hellbent to knock down doors, run the place and run CeCe Chanel out like she did with Heather Monroe. Suddenly, she is attacked from behind by CeCe Chanel. Referees have to run in to break up the ensuing brawl.

In footage from during the commercial break, ring announcer Adnan Kureishy is met by Jack Banning, who says he needs someone with "neutral ears" to talk to. He says that too many people mistake their opinions of him for fact, and says he finds it frustrating because while the bills are being paid, his motives are not seen as pure as they are. He says he does not want to succeed; he wants to make sure other people fail. He says he wants people to see this plane of existence for what it truly is, for nobody is born on purpose, nobody belongs anywhere and everyone is going to die, and wants to make sure that as long as he is on the platform that he enlightens the younger kids in the business. He says that there are people in the back with frivolous goals and want the adulation and star power that he used to want, and that they are willing to shed blood with a smile to get where they want. Banning says it is empty, hollow and bleak, and he wants to make sure that the next generation of professional fighters know how ruthless this business is and have him to thank for that. Banning leaves, and Kureishy is relieved.

Before the next match, Keita Murray says he is not going into the ring and wrestling Miguel, as his uncle has passed away and left him a lump sum of money that allows him, his children and his children's children to live lavishly. He says that he holds the key to the ring, professional wrestling and success and that he will only wrestle unless it benefits him, and that he was never successful in wrestling. He then says that Miguel was not successful and made a change himself. He says that Miguel is special and is the key to dominance and destruction, and offers him an envelope and gives him the option of a fight or a pay-out. Miguel takes the money and walks to the stage. Keita Murray beats Miguel by count-out. Keita and Miguel then walk to the back together.

The Bodega (Danny Limelight and "King FatBoy" Papo Esco) retain the United Tag Team Championships against The Hot Commodities (Honest John and Anthony Idol) despite interference from Howdy Price and after "The GunShow" Brett Michaels and "The Golden Boy" Jordan Clearwater beat up Levi Shapiro.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for June 5, 2020

Oney Lorcan beats Tehuti Miles with a roll-up after Tehuti Miles is caught grabbing Lorcan's tights during a roll-up.

Isaiah "Swerve" Scott beats "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher after countering with a pinfall. After the match, Tony Nese shows up and attacks Swerve from behind. Gallagher then mocks Swerve, saying it never works out for him in the end.

The Interim Cruiserweight Championship Finals from this week's NXT is replayed.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for June 5, 2020

Ricochet beats Shane Thorne.

Cedric Alexander beats Shelton Benjamin.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for June 5, 2020

Jeff Hardy shows up to start tonight's show. It is announced that Elias is currently recovering at home and could miss a couple of weeks of action. Jeff thanks WWE and SmackDown for giving him to get things off his chest, and says that last week's show was in chaos and that Elias walked away with serious injuries that could have been worse. He says that he pulled up to the Performance Center for last week's show when it felt like somebody hitting him with an anvil, and when he woke up, he was surrounded by police and smelling like alcohol, barely able to think. The events of last week caused him to wonder whether the last eight months were worth it, and he felt he could not look his family in the eye, but he is here in the WWE for a reason and he knows he is not alone. He knows that even though things were rough last week, he did not slip, and he passed all the sobriety tests and that witnesses explained to police that someone with red hair and a red beard attacked him: Sheamus. Jeff says that Sheamus tried to take everything away from him, and that he will not let him get away with it. Suddenly, Sheamus shows up. Sheamus says that Jeff Hardy never admits to responsibility and blames someone else for his own actions, and that his own fans are not only worse than him, they are enablers. He tells Jeff Hardy to be a man and admit to what he did, then says he won't because he is a junkie. He also tells him not to worry about his family about the embarrassment his family feels, as they are used to it. Jeff runs up the ramp and fights Sheamus, but Sheamus hits him with a Brogue Kick and throws him into the plastic panels above the barricade so hard that he breaks them.

Backstage, Otis and Mandy Rose come across King Corbin's throne and crown. Otis puts the crown on, then Otis and Mandy Walk away. When Corbin comes back to his throne, he finds out that his crown is missing and that Otis is wearing it.

Otis beats King Corbin by disqualification after Corbin hits Otis with a chair. After the match, Otis is not fazed by the chair, and he overpowers Corbin.

The Miz and John Morrison are in a white van outside of the Performance Center, waiting for Braun Strowman to go inside.

We hear from The Miz and John Morrison. The Miz says that everyone can relate to annoying coworkers, who are the worst, and that the fans have given them no chance against Braun Strowman, who he says is underestimating them right now just like the fans. He then says that Braun Strowman has come to work without a care in the world, but this is soon about to change. what they are about to do may be juvenile, but at the same time, it is strategic, and monsters make mistakes. Miz says that by Backlash, Strowman's life will become a living hell. When Strowman goes to make his protein shake, the water from the water bottle goes everywhere, making him angry.

Backstage, Shorty G is being interviewed when Mojo Rawley shows up and apologizes for interrupting and saying there are far more important things to discuss - like Rob Gronkowski losing the 24/7 Championship - before making a short joke at Shorty G's expense. When Shorty G turns around, he runs into Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro, and they and Mojo Rawley beat him up. They all retreat when The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) show up.

Sonya Deville attacks Laey Evans from behind before the next match.

Lacey Evans beats Sonya Deville. During the match, Sonya Deville inadvertently takes the referee out with a slingshot Sunset Flip. During the commercial break, the referee is replaced with another referee. Later on in the match, Mandy Rose suddenly shows up on the TitanTron and tells Sonya Deville she is a failure, not a fighter. This distracts Sonya and makes her angry, giving Lacey Evans the opportunity to hit the Woman's Right for the win.

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) and Shorty G vs. Mojo Rawley, Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro is made official for later tonight.

We see a vignette for Matt Riddle.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Braun Strowman, who says that The Miz and John Morrison are like two annoying mosquitoes, and as he says that they will get these hands, The Miz and John Morrison trip a slime trap. Instead of falling on Strowman, it falls on Kayla instead, and Kayla yells "Those...bastards!" before walking off.

Renee Young is in the ring. She introduces Daniel Bryan first, followed by "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles. Styles says that Daniel Bryan will call him a coward for taking his bye in the finals, and says that had it not been for Jeff Hardy, Sheamus would be standing where Daniel is right now. Daniel says Styles is a coward, but he has his own way of thinking and he has his, and he is okay with that. Styles says he took the bye because it was a smart move, and when he looks in the mirror, he sees a champion. He says that while Daniel Bryan has heart and is doing the right thing, it is stupid. Daniel says that he has known Styles long enough to know he is getting under his skin, and that they have two different visions of what it means to be champion. He says that Styles will defend the Intercontinental Championship sparingly against people he deems "not good enough," and believes he is the greatest champion in WWE, but that he is scared of someone smashing that vision, hence why he is a coward. Daniel then says he will defend the title every week against whoever he can, as he wants to push himself and he wants the fans to be excited every week knowing there is a championship match and that their favorite could beat him and become a champion. Styles says that Daniels wants a hand-out and that he does not believe in hand-outs, and would rather earn an opportunity. He also questions how Drew Gulak got to be his coach, much less a job in WWE, and chalks it up to being a hand-out. Styles then proposes reaching out and doing something unexpected: giving Drew Gulak an opportunity against him in the ring. He then tells Gulak to come into the ring for an ass whipping. When Gulak shows up, he hits Styles with a double leg takedown.

Drew Gulak beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles after countering the Styles Clash into a jackknife pin.

Backstage, The Miz and John Morrison approach Braun Strowman's car, then Miz pulls out a golf club and smashes the front windshield before Morrison does the same with a baseball bat.

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) and Shorty G beat Cesaro, Shinsuke Nakamura and Mojo Rawley.

Backstage, Braun Strowman finds out that his car has been vandalized by The Miz and John Morrison, and finds out that they are in the white van from security. The Miz and John Morrison mock Strowman, even as he looks in their security camera, then Strowman topples the van over with Miz and Morrison inside.

Jeff Hardy vs. Sheamus is official for Backlash.

Bayley and Sasha Banks beat Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross to become the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions! When Nikki reverses the Banks Statement by pinning Sasha's shoulders to the mat, Sasha reverses and pins Nikki's shoulders to the mat to win the match and the titles.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for June 5, 2019

Keith Lee beats "The Finest" Kona Reeves.

In footage from WWE.com, Io Shirai is frustrated following her match with "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler at NXT TakeOver XXV.

Next week: Io Shirai and Candice LeRae vs. Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir!

In footage from WWE.com, Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) celebrate their tag team title victory after NXT TakeOver XXV, saying hard work and dedication led them to championship gold.

In a WWE.com exclusive interview after NXT TakeOver XXV, Tyler Breeze says his match could have gone either way and that Velveteen Dream is North American Champion for a reason. He says that he has gained respect from Velveteen Dream and that Dream may have more respect for him, and while NXT may have changed since he was last here, he isn't going anywhere and he is still in NXT.

We see another vignette for Damian Priest.

Mia Yim beats Bianca Belair.

In a WWE.com exclusive interview from after NXT TakeOver XXV, Drew Gulak said things were about to go his way until KUSHIDA beat him. He plans to challenge him again, this time to a submission match. It is then reported via Twitter that KUSHIDA accepts his challenge for next week.

Next week: KUSHIDA vs. Drew Gulak in a submission match! Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch vs. The Undisputed Era (Kyle O'Reilly and Roderick Strong)!

Generation NXT UK - NXT UK recap for June 5, 2019

The Hunt ("Wild Boar" Mike Hitchman and "The Primate" Jay Melrose beat Tyson T-Bone and Saxon Huxley. After the match, The Hunt are attacked by Mark Coffey and Wolfgang.br />
Next week: Ilja Dragunov vs. Joseph Conners!

NXT UK TakeOver: Cardiff is announced for August 31st at 2 PM Eastern/7 PM GMT live on the WWE Network!

Kay Lee Ray beats Kasey Owens.

We see a vignette for Imperium (Walter, Fabian Aichner, Marcel Barthel).

Backstage, Radzi interviews Jinny and Jazzy Gabert. Jinny says a woman of wealth knows what to do to have things work in her favor, and when she saw Jazzy at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool, she knew she would have to either face her or befriend her. While she is attractive, she is not just a pretty face, and she has the intelligence to make it to the top. Jinny then says that if anyone thinks they can get in her way, Jazzy will take care of them.

Grizzled Young Veterans (Zack Gibson and James Drake) show up. Zack Gibson says they were begged not to come to the ring, but he has something to get off his chest. He says he has been just told by management that they have to defend the NXT UK tag team titles at the Download Festival, and General Manager Johnny Saint expects them to be there because the people want to see it. Gibson says this is absolutely rotten, and that Johnny Saint should treat his champions with some respect, for when they are unhappy, it does not take long for the rest of the locker room to be unhappy. He tells Saint to sort it out.

Tyler Bate is featured in the July edition of Men's Health UK.

Next week: Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven) and Pete Dunne vs. Imperium (Walter, Fabian Aichner, Marcel Barthel)!

"The Kiwi Buzzsaw" Travis Banks beats Jordan Devlin, Joe Coffey and "Bomber" Dave Mastiff to face Walter for the WWE United Kingdom Championship.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for June 5, 2018

Drew Gulak accompanies The Brian Kendrick to the ring and guests on commentary for the next match.

Lince Dorado beats The Brian Kendrick. After the match, Drew Gulak attacks Kalisto before stomping on Lince Dorado in the center of the ring. Gulak then helps Kendrick retreat.

Backstage, Mustafa Ali says he is proud of what Cedric Alexander did last week, and says his performance made him both proud and hungry to prove he can hang with the best and deserve an opportunity. Tonight, he has Buddy Murphy. Buddy Murphy might be a juggernaut and might be stronger, but he plans on showing the entire world that Mustafa Ali has the heart of a champion, something that he implies Buddy Murphy does not have.

TJP beats Brian Keith. During the match, TJP grabs the microphone, compliments Brian Keith's boots, calls tonight's venue "Corpus Crispy," then says Keith will not make a name for himself off "The Cruiser-Great" tonight. He then asks if this is the competition he deserves before saying he carried the division before General Manager Drake Maverick ever got here. He then says another General Manager on another brand would better appreciate his talents before putting Keith in the Sharpshooter. He then says he might be available to the other brands soon, then says it is tap out for Brian Keith, who indeed taps out.

We hear from Lio Rush, who says he has been in the back planning the perfect attack. He says it is no secret he is the best cruiserweight in the world, and that we are looking a 23-year-old piece of gold and a gift. He then says we will experience a living legend and a phenomenon, and that it will not be long before 205 Live feels the rush. Lio Rush is coming soon to 205 Live.

Next week: Kalisto, Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik vs. Drew Gulak, The Brian Kendrick and "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher!

Before the next match, Dasha Fuentes interviews Buddy Murphy. "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese says Buddy took Cedric Alexander to the limit last week and that he will do the same to Mustafa Ali this week. Buddy says he will prove he is a juggernaut and that you cannot stop the unstoppable tonight.

Mustafa Ali vs. Buddy Murphy ends when Hideo Itami shows up and attacks both men.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown Live recap for June 5, 2018

Carmella shows up to start tonight's show. Carmella demands that the crowd shower her with the praise she deserves as SmackDown Women's Champion, then says tonight is not about her and about her opponent tonight, Asuka. She says everyone deserves to know the truth, and that Asuka is not who the people think she is. She shows a video package of the Asuka that people "know, love, fear and respect." Carmella says that Asuka was an incredible performer, then says it is timet o remove the mask and reveal the real Asuka. We then see a video package of Asuka losing at WrestleMania. After that, we see Asuka's performance on SmackDown as of late, which has been less than stellar compared to her undefeated run. Carmella says that Asuka was devastated by her WrestleMania loss and she has not been the same since. She then says she has no fear and that she is money. The crowd boos, and Carmella says the "Age of Asuka" is over. She says that Asuka was once undefeated; now she is defeated. She says nobody was ready for Asuka; now everybody is ready for Asuka. As Carmella says that even people in the crowd are ready for Asuka, Asuka shows up. Before Asuka can do anything, Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville also show up. Mandy says Carmella did not have to go through the trouble of her presentation, and says that while Asuka did beat her last week, she did come close. She then says she can beat Asuka tonight now that she knows the truth. Sonya tells Mandy did what she was supposed to do last week: leave enough for her. Carmella says Sonya is right, and says that while the undefeated Asuka would take on both, the defeated Asuka would not, and tells Asuka to take an Uber and leave. Suddenly, General Manager Paige shows up and says nobody speaks for her, because she is the one that makes the matches. Paige, knowing she has unfinished business with both Mandy and Sonya, gives Asuka a choice between the two women. Asuka takes the microphone and says "Give me both!" An enthusiastic Paige makes the match official for right now.

Carmella guests on commentary for the next match.

Asuka beats Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville in a 2-on-1 handicap match with an Asuka Lock to Sonya Deville. After the match, Carmella gets in the ring and raises the SmackDown Women's Championship up in front of Asuka. Mandy Rose goes for a cheap shot, but Asuka takes her down, and Carmella attacks Asuka with a cheap shot from behind.

In the locker room, The Miz is met by Mr. Bootyworth, the pancake-carrying butler, and The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods). The New Day apologize for giving The Miz a hard time on Miz TV last week and say they are choosing their Ladder Match choice seriously. They tell The Miz that he hit them with some hard truth, then give The Miz a chance to reach into Mr. Bootyworth's hat and pick who in The New Day will be in the men's Money In The Bank Ladder Match. They tell Miz to cover their eyes, then switch hats. Instead of touching paper, Miz touches pancake batter. Miz says The New Day getting hurt will be what is really funny when The New Day laugh, then he wipes his hand off on Mr. Bootyworth's shirt and leaves.

Karl Anderson gets a surprise win on Harper with a schoolboy pin from the corner.

We hear from Naomi, who says Lana tried to bust a move on her, but she won't at Money In The Bank, when she grabs the contract. Jimmy Uso says Lana will learn which husband and wife team really runs SmackDown Live.

Jimmy Uso and Naomi beat Aiden English and Lana after a top rope cross body out of nowhere from Naomi to Aiden English.

General Manager Paige moderates the contract signing between "The Artist" Shinsuke Nakamura and "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles for their Last Man Standing Match for the WWE Championship at Money In The Bank. Styles says it feels like his and Nakamura's war has been going on forever, and that he understands why Nakamura does what he does: he cannot beat him. He then says Nakamura's dirty tricks will not work and that he will walk out as WWE Champion. Styles signs the contract. Nakamura then says the pen is out of ink, and asks to borrow Styles' pen, then looks at it and says it is broken. Styles tells Nakamura to stand up and be a man, then when Nakamura tries to stand up, Styles slaps him. Styles is carried out of the room as he says that if Nakamura wants to play games, he can play. Nakamura smiles, then signs the contract. He then says "Last Man Standing" and laughs again before leaving.

Becky Lynch beats Charlotte Flair with the Dis-arm-her. After the match, both women show respect.

Dasha Fuentes interviews Samoa Joe, who says that tonight, The New Day will learn that everything said about him is true, even though he wants people to see him as a man who keeps his promise after he put Daniel Bryan to sleep last week. He also talks about how he grabbed the Money In The Bank briefcase afterwards and how it scared everyone in the back and how destiny manifested into flesh. He then says that what you see is what you get, and soon, everybody gets.

Next week: A Women's Money In The Bank Summit with the SmackDown participants in the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match!

Renee Young interviews Big Cass on the stage. After comparing himself and Daniel Bryan, he talks about how he was backstage at WrestleMania 30, and walked down the hallway as Daniel Bryan showed up with the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. All he could think was "This pathetic little man is the WWE Champion?" That night, Daniel Bryan's victory was a fluke, just like his victory at Backlash. However, he will give credit where credit is due, as Daniel Bryan packs a punch for someone with a small stature. He then says a big man will always beat a good little man. After showing footage of what he did to Daniel Bryan at the end of last week's show, he says he almost feels bad for Daniel Bryan but then says that Daniel asked to get back in the ring. He then says that little did Daniel know that a seven-foot shadow would follow him around before saying Daniel has never been in the ring with someone like him, and he guarantees that he has never been in the ring with someone who holds a grudge like him. Big Cass then says he will do everything within his power to break and embarrass him before ripping his arms off and beating them on his head like his head is a snare drum and snapping his legs like twigs so he can never apply the heel hook again. He then tells Daniel to take his ball and go home and do what he does best: playing a garden gnome on Total Bellas, for after Money In The Bank, Daniel will have to look in the mirror, bruised and battered, and realize someone like him will never survive in this big man's world.

Dasha Fuentes interviews Sin Cara, who says he has been friends with Andrade "Cien" Almas since he was 14 years old, then something happened. Zelina Vega shows up and says she is the best thing to happen to Almas, because Almas accomplished nothing with Sin Cara. She says Sin Cara made him weak, but she taught him how not to hide behind a mask. Sin Cara argues with Zelina Vega, and this leads to a cheap shot from behind by Almas on Sin Cara.

The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) beat The Miz, Samoa Joe and Rusev after Joe and Rusev turn on Miz for throwing pancakes at them. The pancakes were meant for Big E, who escapes Joe and Rusev's grasp as The Miz knocks Kofi off the apron with a back elbow. After the pancake misfire, Joe and Rusev beat up Miz and leave him high and dry, allowing The New Day to hit Midnight Hour.

Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!