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Jey Uso, Asuka advance in WWE's King and Queen of the Ring tournaments

Image via WWE WWE's prestigious King and Queen of the Ring tournaments are heating up, and this week's episode of RAW saw two major names advance to the semi-finals. Returning superstar Asuka and fan-favourite Jey Uso emerged victorious in their respective multi-person matches, moving one step closer to a potential world title opportunity at SummerSlam 2025. Asuka wins in comeback match Asuka marked her much-anticipated return to in-ring action after over a year on the sidelines due to a serious knee injury. In a high-stakes fatal 4-way bout featuring Stephanie Vaquer, Ivy Nile, and Raquel Rodriguez, the "Empress of Tomorrow" looked sharp and determined. Asuka advances in the Queen of the Ring Tournament: Raw highlights, June 16, 2025 The decisive moment came when Rhea Ripley made a surprise appearance, delivering a Riptide to Raquel Rodriguez outside the ring. The distraction allowed Asuka to capitalise, finishing the match with her signature Empress Impact and sealing a crucial victory. She now advances to face Alexa Bliss in the Queen of the Ring semi-finals. Jey Uso beats the odds In the men's bracket, Jey Uso pulled off a major win in the RAW main event. The former tag champion went up against heavyweights Sheamus, Rusev, and Bronson Reed in a brutal Fatal 4-Way. Despite the odds, Uso's athleticism and ring awareness helped him prevail. LA Knight helps Jey Uso advance in the King of the Ring Tournament: Raw highlights, June 16, 2025 The match wasn't short of chaos. Outside interference from Bron Breakker, Sami Zayn, Penta, and LA Knight led to a dramatic closing sequence. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 4BHK+Family Lounge+Utility room at 4.49Cr (All Incl)* ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo LA Knight's timely distraction allowed Uso to land a spear on Reed, followed by back-to-back Uso Splashes for the win. He will now face his former tag partner and close friend Cody Rhodes in the semi-finals next week on RAW. Road to Night of Champions : High stakes and storylines The King and Queen of the Ring tournaments will conclude at WWE Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia on June 28, with the winners earning not just the crowns, but also a world title opportunity at SummerSlam. On the men's side, Jey Uso vs Cody Rhodes is a semifinal clash that goes beyond the ring. Former tag team champions and real-life friends, the two must now face each other with everything on the line. A win for Uso could revive his singles push, while Rhodes aims to stay in world title contention after losing the Undisputed Championship. The other semifinal will see Randy Orton battle Sami Zayn, another match filled with experience and intensity. A potential final between Uso and Zayn could tap into their shared history with The Bloodline, while a Rhodes vs Orton clash promises a WrestleMania-level showdown. In the women's tournament, Asuka faces Alexa Bliss in one semifinal, as both aim for redemption after lengthy layoffs. On the other side, Jade Cargill will take on Roxanne Perez in a classic veteran vs rising star matchup. With drama unfolding in every bracket, all roads now lead to Night of Champions - a show set to define WWE's summer. Also Read: WWE confirms two supershows in Mexico with star-studded line-up