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SmackDown Results (5/23/25) 👊 + The Wyatt Sicks Return 🐰, New Orleans Gets MITB 💼
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning. Today we revisit a TNA Sacrifice classic where a faction leader was dethroned in a match with everything on the line. Last night’s SmackDown from Savannah saw Giulia and LA Knight punch their tickets to Money in the Bank, R-Truth cut a powerful promo on John Cena, and the Wyatt Six unleashed chaos in a wild tag title main event. Triple H reveals WWE’s August plans, Kenny Omega reflects on regrets as EVP, and Cody Rhodes sparks debate over Mario Party. Plus, Penta’s mural in Mexico, Steiner memes, and much more. Let’s dig in!
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🗓️ On This Day in Wrestling - 2009
📝 At TNA’s Sacrifice pay-per-view in 2009, Kurt Angle, Mick Foley, and Jeff Jarrett, and a 4th top star faced off in an “Ultimate Sacrifice” match where each man put something major on the line. Kurt Angle’s loss meant he gave up the leadership of the Main Event Mafia.
🤔 Who won the match and took over the group’s leadership? |
(Answer at the end of today’s issue!)
WWE SmackDown Results - May 23rd, 2025
WWE SmackDown aired live from the EnMarket Arena in Savannah, Georgia, continuing the heated build toward Money in the Bank. Giulia and LA Knight secured ladder match spots in a pair of intense triple threats, Tommaso Ciampa turned to family to steal a win, and the Wyatt Six reappeared with devastating consequences in the night’s chaotic main event.
Damian Priest ambushed Drew McIntyre. The two erupted into a wild backstage brawl before the show officially began, with officials struggling to separate them.
Tiffany Stratton, Alexa Bliss, and Charlotte Flair clashed on the mic. Stratton boasted about her rise to the top, only for Bliss and Flair to declare their intentions to win Money in the Bank and dethrone her. Giulia interrupted, signaling her qualifier was next.
Giulia def. Charlotte Flair and Zelina Vega. In a frenetic triple threat, Giulia pinned Vega with a Northern Lights Bomb to qualify for the women’s Money in the Bank ladder match.
Her best yet???? #Smackdown
— JAI (@rollininmone)
12:46 AM • May 24, 2025
Ciampa def. Chris Sabin. With Candice LeRae interfering late, Ciampa capitalized with a knee strike to pin Sabin. The reunited trio of Ciampa, Gargano, and LeRae stood tall post-match.
Zelina Vega was attacked backstage. Chelsea Green mocked her until a brawl broke out involving Secret Hervice, Michin, and B-FAB. Nick Aldis sanctioned a tag match for later.
B-FAB & Michin def. Secret Hervice. B-FAB hit a neckbreaker on Alba Fyre for the win after a chaotic back-and-forth match.
Fatu & Mateo def. Big Jim Uso & Rey Fenix. Mateo hit Tour of the Islands on Uso after interference from Solo Sikoa to steal the win.
Rey Fenix and Jacob Fatu Sequence in a SINGLE SHOT without any cuts.
THIS IS SO COOL 😮💨🔥
#SmackDown
— Ceaser Wrestling (@CeaserWrestles)
1:48 AM • May 24, 2025
LA Knight cut a promo ahead of the main event. Knight promised to dominate Money in the Bank and mocked Aleister Black and Shinsuke Nakamura ahead of their qualifier.
R-Truth delivered an emotional promo on John Cena. Truth reflected on their fractured friendship, blamed Cena’s ego and power, and vowed to restore the old John—even if it means beating it out of him.
"I WILL BEAT THE HUSTLE LOYALTY LIVING RESPECT BACK IN YOUR ASSSS." 😭😭
"IF CENA WINS WE RIOT." 🔥
- R-Truth #SmackDown
— Dragon 🐉 (@CodyUniverse_)
1:57 AM • May 24, 2025
LA Knight def. Aleister Black and Shinsuke Nakamura. In a chaotic, high-impact triple threat, Knight took advantage of Black’s Black Mass on Nakamura, tossing Al out and pinning Shinsuke to qualify for Money in the Bank.
Jacob Fatu was named to next week’s final MITB qualifier. Solo Sikoa congratulated him and said they’d both be holding briefcases soon.
Fraxiom vs. Street Profits ended in chaos as The Wyatt Sicks returned. In a thrilling main event for the tag titles, Fraxiom nearly dethroned the champs before interference from #DIY, MCMG, and finally the Wyatt Six derailed everything. Dexter Lumis, Joe Gacy, Nikki Cross, and Uncle Howdy laid waste to everyone, leaving the Wyatts standing tall to close the show. The match result was thrown out after the Wyatt Six attacked both teams and additional bystanders. The group posed in the ring to end the night.
THEY'RE BACK!!! 👀
#SmackDown
— WWE (@WWE)
3:10 AM • May 24, 2025
🔮 WWE Saturday Night Main Event Preview - May 24th, 2025
Live Tonight, 8pm EST on Peacock
World Heavyweight Championship Match: (c) Jey Uso vs. Logan Paul for the
CM Punk and Sami Zayn vs. Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker
Non-Title Match: John Cena vs. R-Truth
Steel Cage Match: Damian Priest vs. Drew McIntyre
Latest WWE News, Rumors & Updates
🎮WWE’s Cody Rhodes Unimpressed By Popular Video Game
Cody Rhodes, absent from the WWE ring since his controversial defeat at WrestleMania 41, has been vocal about his frustration with the Mario Party video game. 'Mario Party’s a complete work. You do everything strategy-wise and at the end they’re like, ‘Ehh, we gave this person three stars because they had friends.’ Come on! Come on!' Meanwhile, speculations about his WWE return are rife, with potential appearances at WWE SmackDown or other future WWE events.
💰Triple H confirms New Orleans is getting Money in the Bank, and in an unusual month
Following the news that WrestleMania 42 is moving to Las Vegas, Triple H confirmed Money in the Bank 2026 is set for New Orleans on August 29, 2026 — an unusual shift to later in the year. Triple H also teased a future WrestleMania event in New Orleans, though details are still under wraps. What do you think about Money in the Bank moving to August in 2026? he asked fans on social media.
🎰WWE Reportedly Dealing With Two Obstacles While Moving WrestleMania 42 To Las Vegas
Despite the success of WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, WWE is encountering two significant hurdles in its plans to host WrestleMania 42 in the same city. According to Dave Meltzer, the Allegiant Stadium is already booked for a concert on the intended weekend. Attempts to negotiate a date change have been unsuccessful. Moreover, the Las Vegas Convention Center, a previous location for fan gatherings, lacks sufficient space due to another booked event, potentially forcing WWE to consider alternative venues.
🔎Goldberg offers a clue to the location of his WWE retirement match
WWE's Goldberg has dropped hints about where his long-awaited retirement match might happen. Amidst swirling rumors, he has indicated it's going to be in the South, close to his home in Atlanta. 'This gives me the opportunity to put a stamp on my career in front of the people I care the most about,' he shared. Goldberg also mentioned he's been given some creative control over the announcement's rollout.
🥊Cody Rhodes To Headline Major WWE Show In Mexico
Cody Rhodes is reportedly set to headline a WWE 'SuperShow' in Mexico, following WWE's acquisition of Mexican promotion AAA. WWE does have plans for a major event in Mexico... The only thing we were told is that right now there is a plan for a major show that would be headlined by Rhodes. His return to WWE is further hinted at with his listing for an upcoming SmackDown event on May 23.
Latest AEW News, Rumors & Updates
👔Will Ospreay Defends How He Dresses On AEW TV
Will Ospreay defended his casual attire on AEW TV, saying he believes his authentic dress style makes him more relatable. Following a promo with 'Hangman' Adam Page, Ospreay commented on his mic technique, 'I think we really sold the pay-per-view.' He views his dressing style as part of his approachability, stating, 'I think that’s the reason a lot of people have gravitated more towards me.'
🩹Eddie Kingston Provides Health Update Amidst AEW Double Or Nothing Return Speculation
Eddie Kingston has spoken out about his health status amidst speculations of a surprise return at AEW's Double or Nothing. He admitted that he's 'not ready for a return' and has only just started running in the ring. Although rumors have been flying about his comeback, Kingston is still undergoing physical therapy for his serious leg injury suffered last year. He optimistically notes, however, that 'the ball is moving in the right direction'.
🏆WIll Ospreay Expresses Pride In Double Or Nothing 2025 Build On AEW Dynamite
Will Ospreay and 'Hangman' Adam Page are slated to clash at this Sunday's Double or Nothing event. With the end goal of dethroning Jon Moxley from his AEW World Championship, Ospreay expressed confidence in the buildup of the match. 'I was really proud of what I was able to do...we really sold the pay-per-view,' he remarked, highlighting the significance of the upcoming match.
🏆Tony Khan Discusses Desire For New Division Within AEW
AEW President Tony Khan is keen to establish a women's tag division, capitalizing on the growing female roster. Speaking at a media conference, 'That is something I would like to do and it is a goal for me...' Khan also revealed plans to rebuild the men's tag division, currently hindered by injuries. Potential future teams for the women's tag division could emerge from the upcoming Double Or Nothing event.
😔AEW's Kenny Omega Discusses One Of The 'Most Regrettable' Aspects Of Being An EVP
Kenny Omega reflected on his time as an EVP of AEW during Adi Shankar's podcast, noting the criticism and responsibility associated with the position. He mentioned the pressure of 'Cancel Culture', saying, 'we were on the hook for anything that we did, said, and if it wasn't to the network's liking...we could essentially be immediately taken off the air.' Omega expressed nostalgia for their 'Being the Elite' days, lamenting the loss of unfiltered creativity.
🔮AEW Double Or Nothing 2025 Predictions: Wrestling Inc. Picks The Winners
Wrestling Inc. staff have cast their predictions for the AEW Double Or Nothing 2025, coming from Phoenix, Arizona. The PPV card includes nine high-stakes matches with three titles on the line and two Owen Hart Cup tournament finals. Bold predictions include a 75% vote for the Don Callis Family in the Trios Match, 100% backing for The Hurt Business for AEW World Tag Team Championship and 81% foreseeing Will Ospreay's victory in the Men's Owen Hart Foundation Cup Tournament Final.
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🗓️ On This Day in Wrestling - Answer
Sting Becomes Leader of the Main Event Mafia at TNA Sacrifice
16 years ago today, TNA Sacrifice aired live from the Impact Zone in Orlando, Florida. In the main event, Sting defeated Kurt Angle, Mick Foley, and Jeff Jarrett in an “Ultimate Sacrifice” fatal four-way match where each competitor put something important on the line. Sting risked his career, Foley risked his TNA World Championship, and Jarrett risked his match-making authority. Angle took the fall, meaning he lost leadership of the Main Event Mafia to the man who pinned him—Sting.
The win marked a major turning point in the group’s power structure and TNA’s ongoing storyline between its top stars.
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