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The Judgment Day advances as KOTR and QOTR contenders progress

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

The Judgment Day advances as KOTR and QOTR contenders progress
Summary

On WWE SmackDown's June 5 episode, participants in the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournaments advanced, with two members of The Judgment Day among them. Highlights included a match between Kiana James and Giulia, where James turned on her partner after a loss. Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER continued their rivalry, with Sami Zayn expressing frustration over the lack of progression in the world title picture. Rhea Ripley's title status remains unclear amid ongoing tournament distractions. The episode showcased mixed reactions to developments, emphasizing the need for clearer direction.

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Key Details
  • •Two members of The Judgment Day advance in tournaments
  • •Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER's rivalry continues without resolution
  • •Kiana James turns on Giulia after their match
  • •Rhea Ripley's title situation remains uncertain during tournament
  • •Sami Zayn raises concerns over title picture progression
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What they're saying
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On a night that saw more KOTR & QOTR participants advance, here are three things we hated and three things we loved about the 6/5/26 episode of "WWE SmackDown!"

— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Wrestling Inc. Staff)
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On a night that saw Sami Zayn regain the Undisputed title, here are three things we hated & three things we loved about the 9/11/26 episode of "WWE SmackDown!"

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