WWE SmackDown is live tonight from the Unipol Arena in Bologna, Italy! WWE continues its European tour tonight, so while SmackDown will air in the United States at its usual time of 8pm ET on the USA Network on a tape delay, international viewers can watch the show live on Netflix at 2pm ET. Tonight, the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments continue, Cody Rhodes returns after a controversial win over Gunther, and more. Let’s take a look at everything announced for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown:
WWE SmackDown card: June 5, 2026
Carmelo Hayes vs. Ricky Saints
WWE’s official preview:
After battling to a double count-out and brawling after the bell last week, Carmelo Hayes and Ricky Saints will once again collide when SmackDown comes to in Bologna, Italy.
Damian Priest vs. Trick Williams vs. Dominik Mysterio vs. Bron Breakker (King of the Ring Tournament Match)
WWE’s official preview:
WWE Tag Team Champion Damian Priest, United States Champion Trick Williams, World Tag Team Champion Bron Breakker and AAA Mega Champion Dominik Mysterio are set to battle in a Fatal 4-Way King of the Ring First-Round Match.
Who will advance in the high-stakes tournament?
Bayley vs. Jacy Jayne vs. Kiana James vs. Raquel Rodriguez (Queen of the Ring Tournament Match)
WWE’s official preview:
Bayley, Raquel Rodriguez, Jacy Jayne and Kiana James will mix it up in a Fatal 4-Way Queen of the Ring First-Round Match.
Who will earn a crucial victory in the high-stakes tournament?
What’s next for Rhea Ripley?
WWE’s official preview:
After Rhea Ripley successfully defended the WWE Women’s Championship against former titleholder Jade Cargill at WWE Clash in Italy, find out what’s next for the champion.
Cody Rhodes returns after controversy surrounds his victory against Gunther
WWE’s official preview:
After a successful but controversial title defense against Gunther at WWE Clash in Italy, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes will find out what Bologna, Italy wants to talk about.
