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The June 19, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown aired its first hour without commercials as a strategic decision to avoid direct competition with Game 7 of the NBA Finals.
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The June 19, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown aired its first hour without commercials as a strategic decision to avoid direct competition with Game 7 of the NBA Finals.

WWE's Sami Zayn marked a special Saturday, with a social media post from the company highlighting the occasion.

Tony D'Angelo has successfully defended his NXT Championship. The championship bout reportedly took place on Monday, June 29, 2026.

Cody Rhodes has stated that his storyline with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson remains an unfinished chapter in WWE, though he is uncertain about its ultimate conclusion. Rhodes outlined two potential scenarios for how their story might continue or be resolved.

Former HBCU track star Darci Khan, known in WWE as Masyn Holiday has announced her departure from the company's developmental system to prioritize her mental health and return to her passion for art.

As 'Clash of Champions' concludes, a new week of WWE's Men's Power Rankings is underway, with discussion beginning on potential shifts.

WWE has released a new vlog documenting Paige's emotional return to Monday Night Raw. The footage captures the star's feelings and preparations for her comeback appearance in London.

A volatile segment on the June 30, 2023, episode of SmackDown saw the foundation of The Bloodline begin to crumble. Roman Reigns, Solo Sikoa, and The Usos were involved in a tense confrontation that signaled a potential civil war within the faction.

WWE has compiled every singles match between Braun Strowman and Big Show.

John Cena's acting career is thriving on Netflix, with his latest film 'Little Brother' topping the charts just days after its release. The former wrestling champion's growing streaming presence is further solidified by a catalog of diverse projects.

WWE Superstar and Parma native, The Miz has been announced as the grand marshal for the town's upcoming Fourth of July parade. The event is set to take place on July 4th.

AEW President Tony Khan addressed WWE's practice of scheduling major events to conflict with AEW programming, calling it a "double compliment" and expressing confidence in AEW's upcoming shows.