Giulia defies Kiana James at WWE SmackDown on June 12, 2026
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Last updated Jun 16, 2026
During the June 12, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown, Giulia confronted Kiana James, asserting her independence after their split. This marked a significant moment for Giulia, who expressed her desire to be recognized as a fighter. Additionally, Charlotte Flair advanced in the Queen of the Ring tournament despite a chaotic Fatal Four-Way match. The episode received mixed reviews, highlighting interference and botches that detracted from its quality. WWE aims to develop its storylines as the tournament progresses.
- •Giulia claimed her independence from Kiana James during SmackDown.
- •Charlotte Flair won a chaotic Fatal Four-Way in the Queen of the Ring tournament.
- •The match featured several botches and interruptions that affected performance.
- •Giulia expressed a desire for recognition beyond her prior partnership.
- •WWE continues to build momentum with the ongoing tournaments.
- 3:10 AMWrestling Inc — WWE NXT 6/16/2026: 3 Things We Hated And 3 Things We Loved
- 4:03 AMWrestling Inc — WWE RAW 6/15/2026: 3 Things We Hated & 3 Things We Loved
- 5:07 AMWrestling Inc — WWE SmackDown 6/12/2026: 3 Things We Hated & 3 Things We Loved
"With the semifinals in the KOTR and QOTR tournaments set, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/12/26 episode of "WWE SmackDown!"
"As the Night of Champions card begins to take shape, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/15/26 episode of "WWE Raw!"
"On a night that saw Nattie tap out Jaida Parker, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/16/26 episode of "WWE NXT!"
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External links- Wrestling IncJun 17, 2026, 3:10 AMWWE NXT 6/16/2026: 3 Things We Hated And 3 Things We Loved
On a night that saw Nattie tap out Jaida Parker, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/16/26 episode of "WWE NXT!"
- Wrestling IncJun 16, 2026, 4:03 AMWWE RAW 6/15/2026: 3 Things We Hated & 3 Things We Loved
As the Night of Champions card begins to take shape, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/15/26 episode of "WWE Raw!"
- Wrestling IncJun 13, 2026, 5:07 AMWWE SmackDown 6/12/2026: 3 Things We Hated & 3 Things We Loved
With the semifinals in the KOTR and QOTR tournaments set, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/12/26 episode of "WWE SmackDown!"
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