WWE Smackdown EarlyStart Special 1PM 27th June 2025
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Event Details:
- Show: WWE SmackDown – Early‑Start Special
- Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
- Time: 1 PM ET / 8 PM AST (Riyadh) – a first for SmackDown in Saudi Arabia
- Venue: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Broadcast: USA Network in the U.S. (tape delay), Netflix internationally
Match Card & Results:
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| John Cena returning promo (face‑off with CM Punk) | Set the tone for Night of Champions — another intense moment |
| Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Nia Jax – Women’s Title, Last Woman Standing | Stratton retained |
| Street Profits (c) vs. Wyatt Sicks – Tag Team Titles | Street Profits retained after brutal tag showdown |
| Zelina Vega (c) vs. Giulia – Women’s U.S. Title | Giulia won to become new champion |
| DIY vs. Andrade & Rey Fenix – Tag Team match | Andrade & Fenix won, high‑energy non-title thrill ride |
| JC Mateo vs. Jimmy Uso | Mateo defeated Uso; Bloodline drama intensified with interference & Fatu rescue |
| Queen of the Ring segment – Jade Cargill vs. Asuka promos with Naomi involvement | Tense face‑off setting up tournament finals |
Match & Segment Reviews:
- Cena–Punk Segment: A tense sit-down promo reignited their feud, voicing Cena’s aggressive heel persona ahead of their title clash.
- Tiffany vs. Nia: A hard-hitting Last Woman Standing bout saw Stratton barely survive Jax’s power assault.
- Tag Title Showdown: Street Profits pulled through in a gritty, physical defense against the imposing Wyatt Sicks.
- Giulia’s U.S. Title Win: In a classic babyface vs. heel clash, Giulia overcame Vega’s veteran savvy to capture the title.
- DIY vs. Andrade & Fenix: A fast-paced flurry with multiple near-falls, ending with a decisive victory for Andrade & Fenix.
- Bloodline Storyline: JC Mateo’s win over Jimmy Uso—with interference and Jacob Fatu’s dramatic save—adds fresh intensity to the ongoing saga.
- Queen of the Ring Segment: Heated promos between Jade Cargill, Asuka, and Naomi brought added intrigue ahead of finals.
Looking Ahead: Night of Champions – June 28, Riyadh:
- Main Event: John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk – Undisputed WWE Championship
- Also featured: King & Queen of the Ring finals (Cody vs. Orton; Jade vs. Asuka) and multiple title matches
Conclusion:
SmackDown’s early-start special delivered high-stakes drama and explosive action—perfectly building anticipation for Night of Champions. With Giulia’s title coup, escalating Bloodline tensions, and a compelling Cena–Punk promo, WWE set the stage for a blockbuster weekend in Riyadh.
