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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE SmackDown preview and streaming details (05/30/25): Full match card, confirmed segments, how to watch, start timings, and more
(Image via WWE) WWE witnessed some major developments in the Saturday Night's Main Event on May 24, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. The Stamford-based promotion is back with another edition of SmackDown, bringing some more developments for the upcoming Money in the Bank PLE. In the Saturday Night's Main Event, fans saw the return of Bronson Reed and The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes after WrestleMania 41. As John Cena will now team with Logan Paul to take on Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso at Money in the Bank, but before next Saturday rolls around, both Cena and Rhodes will appear for an intense feud for the first time after the Show of Shows. The May 30 episode of SmackDown is all set to emanate live from the Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee. The promotion will feature Bianca Belair's homecoming and two MITB Qualifying matches. Here's the detailed preview, streaming details, confirmed matches, and more for the May 30 episode of WWE SmackDown. Confirmed match segments for May 30, 2025 John Cena & Cody Rhodes under one roof Andrade vs Jacob Fatu vs Carmelo Hayes – Men's MITB Qualifying match Bianca Belair returns Jade Cargill vs Nia Jax vs Naomi – Women's MITB Qualifying match John Cena & Cody Rhodes under one roof This edition of SmackDown will get more exciting as John Cena and Cody Rhodes will be seen under one roof for the first time after WrestleMania 41. The arch-rivals will appear tonight in Knoxville before they head forward for the much-awaited Tag team match at the Money in the Bank on June 7, 2025. Earlier, Rhodes made a surprise return to television this past Saturday night at Saturday Night's Main Event, where he helped World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso defend his title against Logan Paul. During the match, Cena interfered, leading to the announcement that Rhodes and Jey Uso will team up to face Cena and Paul at Money in the Bank on June 7th at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. It will be interesting to watch what the duo will bring to the table this Friday on SmackDown. Andrade vs Jacob Fatu vs Carmelo Hayes – Men's MITB Qualifying match The promotion has announced the fifth qualifier match for the men's MITB Qualifying match. It will feature United States Champion Jacob Fatu, Andrade, and Carmelo Hayes to secure the fifth spot. Meanwhile, Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, Penta, and Seth Rollins have qualified for the match and are awaiting the remaining two participants for the match in June. Who will win the right to battle in the high-stakes showdown at WWE Money in the Bank? Jade Cargill vs Nia Jax vs Naomi – Women's MITB Qualifying match Alexa Bliss, Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, and Giulia have secured their places in the women's Money in the Bank ladder match at the PLE of the same name next month. Nevertheless, the match still has two open positions. This week's Blue Brand will determine the fifth spot, as Jade Cargill, Nia Jax, and Naomi compete in a triple-threat match to qualify for the ladder match. How to watch WWE SmackDown Match 2025? In the United States, Alaska, Hawaii & Puerto Rico, the show can be watched live at 08 PM ET, 07 PM CT & 05 PM ET every Friday on the USA Network. Fans in the UK and Ireland can watch it at 01 AM on Netflix. In Canada, the show will be broadcast live at 08 PM ET. In India, the SmackDown match will be broadcast at 05:30 AM IST ( May 31, 2025) on Netflix. Also Read: What is Cody Rhodes' net worth in 2025? Current salary and more explored | WWE News - Times of India Viewers in Saudi Arabia can watch the show at 03 AM AST on Netflix. In Australia, the show will be broadcast at 10 AM AEDT. In France, the show will be live at 2 AM CET on AB1.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What is Seth Rollins' net worth in 2025? Current salary and more explored
Image via WWE Seth Rollins ' success in WWE has transformed into incredible fame and fortune this year. WWE has seen the rise of many top-tier talents in the modern era, but only a few can be called marquee attractions. One name on top of that list is Seth "Freakin" Rollins. The Visionary has been a part of WWE for more than a decade and has been one of their top performers of this generation. His remarkable success and popularity have led to a significant rise in his wealth and financial standing in 2025. What is Seth Rollins' net worth in 2025? According to sources like Sportskeeda and Celebrity Net Worth, Seth Rollins has amassed an incredible fortune this year. As of now, The Revolutionary of WWE has earned an impressive net worth close to $12 million, which primarily comes from his contract as a WWE superstar. What is Seth Rollins' current salary in 2025? Seth Rollins, reported by the same outlets, is said to be close to $3 million annually, justifying his status as one of the top WWE superstars of the business. Is Seth Rollins still a full-time performer in WWE? Unlike many of his top-tier contemporaries like Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins is very much a full-time WWE performer, making regular appearances on RAW and competing on the red brand. At WrestleMania 41, he defeated CM Punk and Roman Reigns in the main event after Paul Heyman betrayed both of his opponents and sided with him. On the RAW after WrestleMania, the duo cemented their alliance. On the same show, Rollins and Heyman added rising star Bron Breakker to their ranks. The trio had been laying a path of dominance in the last few weeks on Monday Night RAW. At the May 2025 edition of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, the faction added one more powerful ally to their stable. It was none other than the returning Bronson Reed. He was embroiled in a heated feud with Rollins last year and later on, injured his ankle, putting him on the shelf for months. However, after recruiting a heavy mercenary like Reed, Seth Rollins' strength and power have grown significantly. With The Visionary set to establish his vision in WWE, it remains to be seen what he has planned next. Also read: WWE and Zenni team up for bold new eyewear deal
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE declares July 12–13 Atlanta takeover to clash with AEW's Texas event
WWE NXT Great American Bash (Image via X) WWE has announced a big weekend of wrestling events in Atlanta on July 12 and 13. The company will hold three shows in two days, including the return of the all-women's event Evolution and a major NXT event that will happen at the same time as AEW's All In Texas show. Fans will have a lot of exciting action to enjoy across both days. This special weekend from WWE comes during the same time AEW is planning its yearly All In stadium show in Arlington, Texas. WWE has clearly timed these shows to offer a strong option for wrestling fans who might otherwise tune in to AEW. NXT's Great American Bash will take place first on Saturday afternoon, followed by Saturday Night's Main Event later in the evening. The final event will be Evolution on Sunday night. NXT Great American Bash to compete with AEW All In WWE has now confirmed that the NXT Great American Bash will happen on Saturday afternoon, July 12. It will take place at Center Stage Theater in Atlanta. This location is special because it was once the home of WCW Saturday Night. The event will go live in the afternoon, around the same time AEW's All In starts at 3 p.m. ET. 'An exact start time still isn't listed for the Bash,' the press release explained, 'but the press release today (May 27) does make it clear the show will be in the afternoon before SNME.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo This means wrestling fans who like both WWE and AEW will have to choose which show to watch live. It is a big move by WWE, and it puts NXT directly in the spotlight on a very important weekend. Evolution is coming back and SNME will air on NBC at night After the NXT show on Saturday, WWE will present Saturday Night's Main Event. This show will be broadcast live across the country on NBC at 8 p.m. ET and will also be available on Peacock. On Sunday, July 13, WWE will bring back Evolution, the special all-women's show that first started in 2018. 'As announced in Saturday's broadcast,' WWE stated, 'WWE will host a multi-event weekend takeover in Atlanta on Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13, featuring Saturday Night's Main Event, Evolution and The Great American Bash.' Both Saturday Night's Main Event and Evolution will happen at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Fans can buy combo tickets for both shows on Ticketmaster . There are also VIP Priority Passes available through On Location. These passes include ringside seats, photos with WWE Superstars, and special pre-show experiences. 'Official Saturday Night's Main Event and Evolution Priority Passes are available now through exclusive partner On Location, giving fans the opportunity to purchase ticket packages before they go on sale to the general public,' WWE said. Relive the unforgettable NXT Great American Bash Atlanta has a long and rich history with WWE. The city has hosted many big events over the years like WrestleMania 27 and the recent Bad Blood 2024. This new weekend of shows adds even more excitement to that legacy. Also Read: Tatanka says, 'they're keeping their radar on them' as WWE watches his sons Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
AEW President Tony Khan Calls Out WWE Counter Programming
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. AEW Double or Nothing on May 25 featured a ton of excellent matches, including Mercedes Moné vs. Jamie Hayter, "Timeless" Toni Storm vs. Mina Shirakawa, and Will Ospreay vs. Hangman Adam Page. However, this wasn't the only professional wrestling event happening that weekend. WWE scheduled both Saturday Night's Main Event and NXT Battleground for 5/24 and 5/25, respectively. More Pro Wrestling: WWE Superstar Chelsea Green Gives Update on Brutal Injury This isn't the only occasion WWE has done this. Recently, WWE announced that the next Saturday Night's Main Event and Evolution 2 will be on July 12 and July 13, the same weekend as All In, AEW's biggest show. WWE just announced that... - Saturday Night's Main Event will take place on July 12 in Atlanta, Georgia. - Evolution 2 will take place the next day, July 13, at the same venue.#SNME — EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) May 25, 2025 Naturally, fans and experts have begun recognizing WWE's counterprogramming against AEW. And AEW president and co-founder Tony Khan is calling them out. INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 01: (L-R) CM Punk, President of All Elite Wrestling Tony Khan and Britt Baker, D.M.D. attend TBS's AEW Dynamite Los Angeles Debut After Party at The Forum on June 01, 2022... INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 01: (L-R) CM Punk, President of All Elite Wrestling Tony Khan and Britt Baker, D.M.D. attend TBS's AEW Dynamite Los Angeles Debut After Party at The Forum on June 01, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Morefor Warner Bros. Discovery During the media scrum for AEW Double or Nothing, Khan was asked about WWE constantly scheduling shows against AEW's biggest events. Khan compared the situation to when Vince McMahon would do the same tactic against Jim Crockett Promotions before it was eventually sold to Ted Turner and became WCW. "It's pretty consistent," Khan said. "I'd say it's the most consistent event head-to-head scheduling I've seen since Jim Crockett Promotions, so a lot of scheduling that went that way. I can tell you, this will go a lot differently than that did." More Pro Wrestling: WWE Hall of Famer Names Real Face of AEW This isn't the only comparison a figure from AEW has shared about WWE recently. AEW star Will Ospreay has controversially stated that when it comes to in-ring work and technical acumen, AEW runs circles around WWE. "Because we smoke them in every field of wrestling," Ospreay said. "Mate, we're just better." "Like, I respect them. I respect every single one of them there, they're all vets, they all know what they're doing, they're great at their job, they understand getting people on their feet, but we are so much more of a better wrestling company than them. Our guys smoke them every single day of the week." They've got good guys like GUNTHER. They've got great guys like Orton. They've got good guys like Chad Gable. I respect all of them. ...But on our worst day, we smoke all of you guys." More Pro Wrestling: Former AEW Wrestler To Make WWE In-Ring Debut Legendary Wrestling Announcer Jim Ross To Undergo Surgery Bryan Danielson Makes Surprise Wrestling Appearance Amid AEW Hiatus WWE Notes: Bronson Reed Returns, Evolution 2 Officially Announced, More For more AEW, WWE, and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Notes: Bronson Reed Returns, Evolution 2 Officially Announced, More
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. This past weekend, WWE hosted both Saturday Night's Main Event and NXT Battleground: Tampa. More Pro Wrestling: Former AEW Wrestler To Make WWE In-Ring Debut Naturally, this means the weekend was filled with exciting returns and history-making moments. Let's take a look at the most exciting WWE moments that happened on May 24-25, 2025. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 18: Bronson Reed enters the arena during Monday Night RAW at Van Andel Arena on November 18, 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 18: Bronson Reed enters the arena during Monday Night RAW at Van Andel Arena on November 18, 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. WWE/Getty Images Bronson Reed Returns From Injury at Saturday Night's Main Event The opening match featured CM Punk and Sami Zayn facing off against Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker. After some exciting moments, Rollins and Breakker came out on top with the help of a returning Bronson Reed. Reed has been missing since Survivor Series: WarGames in November 2024, after a Tsunami off a steel cage resulted in a brutal ankle injury that required surgery. Now, it looks like he's back and aligned with Rollins, Breakker, and Paul Heyman. Cody Rhodes Returns, Announces Money in the Bank Match Against John Cena Bronson Reed wasn't the only major return that happened at Saturday Night's Main Event. After defeating R-Truth earlier in the night, Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena interfered to help Logan Paul defeat Jey Uso for the World Heavyweight Championship. However, the odds were eventually evened when Cody Rhodes returned to WWE for the first time since losing the WWE Championship to Cena at WrestleMania 41. Now, fans can expect a World Championship-caliber tag team match: Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena and Logan Paul. Evolution 2 PLE Officially Announced During Saturday Night's Main Event, WWE officially announced that the next SNME would take place on July 12 in Atlanta, GA. However, another premium live event was announced for that weekend: Evolution 2. WWE just announced that... - Saturday Night's Main Event will take place on July 12 in Atlanta, Georgia. - Evolution 2 will take place the next day, July 13, at the same venue.#SNME — EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) May 25, 2025 The original Evolution was an all-female PLE from 2018 that is widely considered one of the best in the history of the company. It featured iconic matches like Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair in a Last Man Standing match and Ronda Rousey vs. Nikki Bella. Trick Williams Defeats Joe Hendry, Wins TNA World Championship NXT Battleground continued to prove that WWE's developmental promotion has some of the best talent in the world, with excellent matches throughout. However, one moment still stands out. WWE Superstar Trick Williams successfully defeated TNA World Champion Joe Hendry, meaning Williams is now officially the champion for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. He has also won the NXT Championship twice and the NXT North American Championship once. This marks the first time a wrestler under a WWE contract has won a title in TNA. More Pro Wrestling: Fan-Favorite WWE Superstar Is Set To Return: Report Drew McIntyre Is Taking Leave of Absence From WWE For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
