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Yahoo
21 hours ago
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- Yahoo
2025 WWE Money in the Bank champ Naomi opens up about sharing the journey with Big E
Professional wrestler Naomi, born Trinity Fatu, came through and served at the 2025 BET Awards with her husband, Jimmy Uso, showcasing her rightfully deserved (and long overdue) trophy from winning the six-woman ladder match at WWE Money in the Bank just two days prior. Trending Advertisement Not only was this a huge moment for her fans, but it was also the first time in history that a Black woman won the briefcase. Post-match, the WWE veteran was met with words of love and encouragement from WWE commentator and former WWE Champion, Big E, who, coincidentally, was the first Black man to win the achievement. The SmackDown superstar stopped to chat with REVOLT on the BET red carpet about the historic win. 'I feel very validated, which is something [important] as a competitor and performer in this business. Being surrounded by so much incredible talent is something we tend to strive for,' she shared. Advertisement 'Starting this journey a week after Big E,' the Florida native began. 'Sixteen years ago, and going through a different process than what we see today in 'NXT,' it meant a lot because he knows me and has seen the whole journey. He's seen the struggles, the setbacks, and we are very close. And he's close to my husband, so it really touched me.' Of course, we had to ask 2025's Mrs. Money in the Bank who was on her hitlist for the big cash-in moment. After letting the suspense build for a moment, she spilled the beans on who she's had her eye on. 'I've been watching Tiffany Stratton,' she said, with a knowing smile. 'She's had it coming. She's been messing with me all year, so I haven't forgotten.' However, she's never been one to limit her options. Advertisement 'Her time is up. But honestly, I could cash in on anyone, and that's got me thinking. I've never held the RAW Women's World Championship, so Iyo Sky's got something I want, too. You'll just have to tune in.' Before wrapping up the interview, the former Orlando Magic dancer touched on the evolution of representation in WWE, specifically how Black women are finally being given space to shine in ways we didn't always see in the early 2000s, when veteran stars like Alicia Fox, Jacqueline, and Jazz weren't given the spotlight they deserved. 'It feels incredible. One thing I always stick to is this: The talent speaks for itself. The cream always rises, no matter how long it takes,' she said. 'If you stay focused and earn it, I'm living proof that it'll happen for you.' Advertisement You Might Also Like
Forbes
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event 40 Results, Winners And Grades
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Results WWE Saturday Night Main Event Ratings WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Ticket Sales WWE SNME Results, Winners And Highlights Solo Sikoa Vs. Jimmy Uso
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Live (July 12, 2025) Result: Solo Sikoa has help from the MFT in defending the United States Championship title against Jimmy Uso
Jimmy Uso v Solo Sikoa (Image via WWE) The United States Championship belt is up for grabs once more as Jimmy Uso comes for the title, this time with Solo Sikoa defending. Sikoa won the United States Championship title from Jacob Fatu after defeating him at the WWE Night of Champions. Now the two brothers are facing each other after an already heated match on SmackDown on July 11, when a minute distraction caused Sikoa to lose the match against Jimmy during their tag team bout. After losing against Jimmy Uso and LA Knight, Sikoa was even more inclined to lay it down on his brother, and the match was exciting to say the least. The power struggle in the Bloodline, if it can even be called that anymore continues, but it's the fans who are the real winners. Solo Sikoa defends his United States Champion title against Jimmy Uso Solo Sikoa makes his entry alongside MFT while Jimmy Uso was waiting for him at the ring. After yesterday's fight on SmackDown, everyone is looking forward to the big match. This is Jimmy's first-ever singles match for a championship in WWE , and Solo's first-ever defens of a title. Things started out hot, with both of the wrestlers coming in hot. Jimmy almost won after jumping on Solo from the top rope, but his opponent managed to kick him off right on time. Solo Sikoa (Image via WWE) Jimmy Uso had the upper hand for most of the match, and though Sikoa tried to change the tide a couple of times, Uso was able to bring things back on track. Unfortunately, the MFT, or specifically Talla Tonga, became the reason for his defeat. Just when it seemed like Solo was going to lose, he managed to change the whole scenario. Jimmy does a corkscrew off the top onto the entire group, but Talla Tonga comes in with a distraction. While he is trying to pile on the other, Solo uses this reprieve to roll Jimmy up, and Talla Tonga helps him by using his legs to keep Solo in place to take the win. Solo Sikoa defeats Jimmy Uso by pinfall. Things don't end there, as Jacob Fatu makes an entrance while the MFT are taking it out on Uso. Solo had him down with a Samoan Spike, but Fatu came in to shake things up. While it's not the Bloodline, a shift is incoming, and fans are waiting to see how things turn out. Also Read: Is Roman Reigns set for a surprise return? WWE teases something big For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE confirms Jimmy Uso vs Solo Sikoa for the United States Championship on Saturday Night's Main Event
(Image via X) After displaying a scintillating performance at the Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Solo Sikoa will lock horns with another member from the Bloodline faction this week at the upcoming Saturday Night's Main Event (SNME) in Atlanta. WWE has recently confirmed that Solo Sikoa will defend the United States Championship against Jimmy Uso at the SNME, scheduled to take place on July 12, 2025. At Night of Champions 2025, Solo Sikoa finally clinched his first singles title on the main roster as he beat his former stablemate Jacob Fatu for the United States Championship. However, Jacob Fatu beat Solo Sikoa senseless ahead of the Tag Team Main event on SmackDown and teamed up with JC Mateo to face Jimmy Uso and Fatu. WWE confirms Jimmy Uso vs. Solo Sikoa for the United States Championship WWE has confirmed a blockbuster United States Championship bout for this week's Saturday Night's Main Event at State Farm Arena, Atlanta: Solo Sikoa will put his U.S. Title on the line against Jimmy Uso. The announcement came via SmackDown GM Nick Aldis, who revealed the news in a video today. Following the heated confrontation on the July 4 edition of SmackDown, the Stamford-based promotion has added this main event match to SNME. This marks Sikoa's first defense since claiming the belt from Jacob Fatu on June 28 at Night of Champions, aided by a surprise assist from Hikuleo. The upcoming Saturday Night's Main Event is going down at State Farm Arena and will air live on NBC and Peacock at 8 p.m. ET. The full card is stacked with high-stakes matches, including LA Knight vs. Seth Rollins, World Heavyweight Champion Gunther vs. Goldberg , Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre, and now United States Championship title match between Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso. Also Read : WWE Saturday Night's Main Event preview and streaming details (07/12/25): Full match card, show highlights, how to watch, and more The Solo Sikoa vs. Jimmy Uso match will surely bring simmering Bloodline drama and a rare U.S. title first defense. This is the reason, why fans are waiting in anticipation to witness the high-octane match on Saturday. It will be interesting to see if Solo can retain his title or Jimmy Uso will earn it, giving a tough fight to his opponent. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE SmackDown Results & Highlights (6/27/25): Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton faceoff before KOTR, Rey Fenix makes a surprise entry, John Cena and more
Image via WWE The night before the Night of Champions sees a star-studded Kingdom arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. From WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton, to the woman she will face tonight, Nia Jax, to WWE Tag Team Champions Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins and Women's U.S. Champion Zelina Vega, Giulia, Jade Cargill, and Asuka, Riyadh is a myriad of wrestling superstars. The June 27th edition of WWE SmackDown is a preview to the big night, where the King and Queen of the Ring for 2025 will be decided. But not to fret, the night in itself has some pretty high profile matches to go through, and John Cena is also set to be featured alongside CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, and LA Knight Opening segment with Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton Cody Rhodes makes his entrance after being introduced by ring announcer Mark Nash to the crowd cheering for him. He was about to speak when he got interrupted by entrance music. Randy Orton walked to the ring, and the crowd continued to sing his theme song even after it stopped playing. The segment then got cut short for international viewers because of a feed issue with Netflix. The streaming company posted a graphic apologizing for the interruption, and then a 'we'll be right back' graphic appeared. Jimmy Uso vs. JC Mateo (with Solo Sikoa) The Bloodline members or whatever is left of it, are still fighting against each other. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Outdoor Clothing | Designed to Perform. Built to Endure. Trek Kit India Shop Now Undo And this time it was a match between JC Mateo and Jimmy Uso with an appearance from Solo Sikoa. Mateo looked to be the dominant one from the beginning, even though Jimmy Uso tried his best to overcome his opponent. At the end, Uso went up top and then jumped over and rolled, but Mateo was ready for him and defeated Uso by pinfall in about 6 minutes into the match. In an after match segment, Solo Sikoa, who tried to distract Jimmy Uso during the match, helped him up and asked him if he was ready to come back. In return, he got slapped by his cousin while fans booed. Jacob Fatu made an entrance to the crowd cheering for him, and dropped a Samoan Drop on Mateo after running into the ring, and then a double jump moonsault. Uso then pushed Fatu out of the way and superkicked Sikoa out of the ring, bringing an end to the segment. In a backstage segment, #DIY and other tag teams are seen talking about The Wyatt Sicks when SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis comes in. Listening to their chatter, Aldis calls in Andrade and asks him to find a partner to face a now furious #DIY Zelina Vega vs. Giulia for the Women's U.S. Championship Both Giulia and Zelina Vega looked to be equally matched as the fight started. When Giulia hit a double underhook superplex, Vega retaliated with a Code Red. The match seemed like it could be in anyone's favor, before Giulia kneed her opponent in the face before hitting Vega with a Northern Lights Bomb, defeating her in roughly 7:30 minutes to win the Women's U.S. Championship by pinfall. In another backstage segment, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss are seen exchanging a few words before the latter walks off. Could this be the beginning of an unlikely partnership? Then Aksuka and Jade Cargill make their way into the ring before tomorrow night, where they will face off against each other for the Queen of the Ring title. They exchange a few words before Money in the Bank winner Naomi cuts them off with her entrance. There is a strong chance she will cash in her MITB win during the Night of Champions event the next night. In yet another backstage segment, Aleister Black walks in on Raw General Manager Adam Pearce and SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis discussing the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. But it all turns into chaos when R-Truth bursts in demanding to get a face-off against John Cena. Aldis tells him that John Cena is in Riyadh to fight CM Punk, but R-Truth says he is here for Cena before walks off. All this while, Black is there watching everything happen. At the end he walks off. Is another storyline brewing backstage? 'DIY' Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa vs. Andrade and Rey Fenix Andrade bringing in Rey Fenix was a surprise for many, and the crowd are seen cheering for what is to come. The two tag teams go up against each other one after the other. At one time Fenix is seen running to the top rope and kicking Tommaso Ciampa in the face, while in the next moment fans can see #DIY hitting Andrade with the Shatter Machine for a near fall. At the end Andrade and Rey Fenix defeated 'DIY' Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa by pinfall in about 15 minutes into the match. After the earlier backstage segment, R-Truth gets in the ring to a deafening crowd response. He is in his vibe, and calls out John Cena. But suddenly, Aleister Black comes from behind and hits him with Black Mass and a cryptic message, before walking off. The audience is left bewildered. WWE Tag Team Championship The Street Profits sees Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford going against The Wyatt Sicks members, Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis. To make things interesting, Erik Rowan, Nikki Cross, and Uncle Howdy also make their appearance, as things go awry minutes into the match. Los Garza, The Motor City Machine Guns, and Fraxiom are all seen coming to ringside, and even the recent losers #DIY are there. A brawl breaks out, leading to the match being thrown out. WWE Women's Championship The Last Woman Standing Match sees Nia Jax going against the current title holder, Tiffany Stratton. Before the bell can even ring, Nia Jax throws Tiffany Stratton into the ring post. Jax's physically imposing nature comes in handy against a lithe opponent like Stratton, but the latter manages to keep herself in the match over and over. Suddenly, Naomi runs into the ring with her Money in the Bank briefcase. But while she is talking to the referee, Stratton hits her before sending Jax on top of her. In the end, Stratton picked up the MITB briefcase and knocked Jax off before taking the win for herself with a pinfall after 17 minutes in the ring. The final segment of the night saw WWE Champion John Cena making his entrance with his title belt held high. He said, "This is what a winner looks like,' and called CM Punk a loser. CM Punk then made his entry wearing a Chicago Cubs jersey, a chain with a padlock on it, a Chicago Bulls hat on backwards, and jorts, mocking Cena's usual attire. Punk also put on big rings resembling Cena, before saying, 'Yo, check it, this is basic Punkanomics. Don't adjust your television set, your eyes are just right. This clown plagiarized my pipe bomb, so now I'm stealing WordLife.' John Cena looked completely shocked at the tune of events as Punk continued rapping and rhyming. The Best in the World then dropped the mic and did the infamous 'you can't see me' hand gesture in Cena's face, bringing an end to the show. PS. From next week onwards, SmackDown will be back to its two-hour long format. Also Read: WWE Night of Champions 2025 preview and streaming details (06/28/25): Full match card, show highlights, how to watch, and more Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
