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WWE star Danhausen stated ahead of NBA Finals Game 2 that he hopes ESPN host Stephen A. Smith's "checks keep clearing" to keep the New York Knicks uncursed.
Former WWE star Kay Lee Ray, who was known as Alba Fyre during her time with the company, returned to the independent wrestling scene by appearing for Pro Wrestling EVE on Friday.
Logan Paul confirmed he tore his triceps during his WWE World Tag Team Title match at Saturday Night's Main Event and addressed critics who are celebrating his injury on his YouTube channel. Paul told his haters to "enjoy the next six months" while he recovers, stating he plans to "lock in" during his time away and "come back with a vengeance better than ever." He previously explained the injury occurred when Angelo Dawkins landed awkwardly on him and his arm got trapped underneath during the impact.
According to Stephanie McMahon, her oldest daughter Aurora had previously considered pursuing a career in professional wrestling. Stephanie McMahon stated that Aurora changed her mind about this career path several years ago.
WWE SmackDown took place in Bologna, Italy as part of WWE's ongoing European tour. The show featured several noteworthy events during the taping.
Dominik Mysterio defeated Trick Williams, Damian Priest, and Bron Breakker in a Fatal Four-Way qualifying match on the June 5 episode of WWE SmackDown to advance to the King of the Ring semifinals. The match featured interference from Liv Morgan, who distracted the referee and delivered a low blow to Priest, and JD McDonagh, allowing Dominik to hit a 619 and Frog Splash on Priest for the victory. Dominik will now face Oba Femi in the King of the Ring semifinal.
WWE confirmed that Paul Heyman is not medically cleared following Bron Breakker's accidental spear that sent him through the ringside barricade during the June 1 episode of RAW. Heyman was absent from Breakker's corner during his King of the Ring qualifying match on the June 5 edition of Friday Night SmackDown, with Michael Cole revealing on commentary that Heyman cannot compete due to his medical status. The incident occurred when Breakker was aiming for Seth Rollins, but Rollins pulled Heyman into the path of the spear at the last second.
Cody Rhodes will defend the Undisputed WWE Title against Gunther on the June 19th edition of SmackDown in Kansas City. Gunther interrupted the June 5 SmackDown episode demanding justice over the controversial finish at Clash in Italy, where he claimed Cody's foot was under the rope during the decisive pinfall. Gunther will announce the stipulation for their rematch on the June 12 episode of SmackDown.
WWE NXT viewership is continuing to slowly recover following record-low numbers that occurred a few weeks ago. The show appears to be gradually bouncing back from its recent ratings struggles.
Blake Monroe called out Women's United States Champion Tiffany Stratton during a vignette on the June 5 edition of Friday Night SmackDown. Monroe warned Stratton that "The Glamour is coming to SmackDown" and stated that "Tiffy Time is about to run on Monroe minutes," setting up what appears to be her first feud since her main roster debut on May 22.
The Rock will not attend UFC's upcoming White House event despite receiving an invite from Dana White, according to sources close to Johnson cited by TIME Magazine. Johnson sits on TKO's Board of Directors, the company that owns both WWE and UFC, creating a direct business connection to the event.
Giulia and Kiana James split up during the June 5 episode of WWE SmackDown in Bologna, Italy. Chad Gable also returned to WWE programming on the same show.