by The WWE SmackDown Results (6 June 2025) from the Dignity Health Arena in Bakersfield, California, delivered an electrifying go-home show for Money in the Bank 2025. Fans were treated to explosive confrontations, high-stakes matches, and pivotal moments that set the stage for the upcoming premium live event.
From Seth Rollins’ bold claims to Giulia’s championship ambitions, and a thrilling six-woman tag team match featuring Rhea Ripley, Stephanie Vaquer, and Alexa Bliss, this episode was packed with drama. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the winners, key highlights, and what’s next for the superstars.
WWE SmackDown Results (6 June 2025): All Match Outcomes
1. JC Mateo vs. “Big” Jim Uso
Winner: “Big” Jim Uso via pinfall with a schoolboy pin.
Match Highlights: The match saw intense back-and-forth action, with Mateo dominating early with a belly-to-belly suplex and a reverse chinlock. Uso fought back with a suicide dive, gamengiri, and a Samoan drop. Despite Mateo’s Tour of the Islands, Jacob Fatu’s interference backfired, allowing Uso to secure the victory with a quick schoolboy pin.
2. Piper Niven vs. Zelina Vega (Bakersfield Brawl)
Winner: Zelina Vega via pinfall with a powerbomb through a table.
Match Highlights: This no-holds-barred brawl saw Niven overpower Vega early, using a chain and a facebuster into the apron. Vega retaliated with a kendo stick and a double stomp off the apron. The match’s turning point came when Giulia intervened, neutralizing Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre, allowing Vega to powerbomb Niven through a table for the win. Post-match, Giulia attacked Vega, signaling her intent for the Women’s United States Championship.
3. Aleister Black vs. LA Knight
Winner: LA Knight via disqualification.
Match Highlights: The match was competitive, with Black delivering a legsweep and sliding knee, while Knight countered with a lariat. The bout ended abruptly when Seth Rollins interfered, hitting Blackout on Knight, leading to a disqualification. Post-match, Rollins’ allies, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, attacked both competitors, escalating tensions ahead of Money in the Bank.
4. Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, & Stephanie Vaquer vs. Giulia, Naomi, & Roxanne Perez (Six-Woman Tag Team Match)
Winners: Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, & Stephanie Vaquer via pinfall with Riptide from Ripley on Perez.
Match Highlights: This Money in the Bank preview match showcased intense rivalries. Vaquer and Giulia started with technical exchanges, while Naomi and Perez kept the pace high. The match broke down with Ripley dominating, delivering a fallaway slam and a dropkick. Naomi’s refusal to tag in left Perez vulnerable, allowing Ripley to secure the win with Riptide. The victory gave Ripley’s team momentum heading into the ladder match.
5. Andrade el Idolo & Penta vs. Creed Brothers (Brutus & Julius Creed)
Winners: Andrade el Idolo & Penta via pinfall with a flip piledriver from Penta on Julius Creed.
Match Highlights: The luchadors started strong with dives on the Creeds. Andrade and Penta showcased their agility, with corner double knees and a lungblower. Chad Gable’s interference was thwarted by El Hijo del Vikingo, leading to a chaotic finish where Penta’s flip piledriver sealed the victory. Post-match, Seth Rollins and his crew attacked, laying out both winners with Blackouts and a 747 Splash.
Segment Highlights
1. Seth Rollins and The Bloodline Confrontation
Recap: The show opened with Seth Rollins, accompanied by Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed, declaring his intent to win Money in the Bank and control WWE. Solo Sikoa, with JC Mateo and Jacob Fatu, challenged Rollins, leading to a tense exchange. Rollins mocked Fatu, escalating their rivalry, but backed off when Fatu stepped up. “Big” Jim Uso’s surprise attack with superkicks sent Solo’s group retreating.
2. Giulia’s Statement
Recap: After aiding Zelina Vega in her win over Piper Niven, Giulia turned on her, delivering a headbutt and a Northern Lights Bomb. Holding the Women’s United States Championship aloft, Giulia made it clear she’s coming for Vega’s title, setting up a potential future feud.
3. Backstage Drama with Jacob Fatu
Recap: Damian Priest confronted Jacob Fatu, expressing empathy but declaring his intent to challenge for the United States Championship. Later, Fatu overheard Solo Sikoa and JC Mateo questioning his loyalty, hinting at cracks within The Bloodline.
4. Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso vs. John Cena and Logan Paul
Recap: The main event segment saw Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso address their Money in the Bank opponents. John Cena and Logan Paul ambushed them, delivering an Attitude Adjustment and Paulverizer, respectively. Cena’s heelish promo, calling the crowd “losers” and proclaiming himself and Paul as the future, intensified the stakes for their tag team match.
5. Tiffany Stratton’s Confidence
Recap: WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton boasted about her dominance, only to be interrupted by Rhea Ripley, who expressed her desire to reclaim championship gold. This set the stage for the six-woman tag team match, highlighting the competitive field in the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
6. King and Queen of the Ring Announcement
Recap: Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis announced the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, starting with four-way qualifying matches next week, culminating in title shots at SummerSlam. Jade Cargill and Charlotte Flair staked their claims, with Flair dismissing Alexa Bliss’ attempt at camaraderie.
What’s Next?
- Money in the Bank 2025: The go-home show set up major storylines for the premium live event on June 7. The six-woman tag team match highlighted tensions among the Women’s Money in the Bank competitors, with Rhea Ripley’s team gaining momentum. The men’s ladder match promises chaos with Seth Rollins, Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, and others vying for the briefcase.
- Giulia vs. Zelina Vega: Giulia’s post-match attack on Vega signals a brewing feud for the Women’s United States Championship, potentially at Money in the Bank or a future event.
- The Bloodline’s Internal Strife: Jacob Fatu’s overhearing of Solo Sikoa’s doubts could lead to a split within The Bloodline, impacting their performance in the men’s Money in the Bank match.
- Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso vs. John Cena and Logan Paul: The ambush by Cena and Paul sets up a heated tag team match at Money in the Bank, with Cena’s heel turn adding intrigue to his championship aspirations.
- King and Queen of the Ring Tournaments: With qualifying matches starting next week, superstars like Jade Cargill and Charlotte Flair are poised to make a strong push for SummerSlam title opportunities.
FAQs
Q: Where did the WWE SmackDown on June 6, 2025, take place?
A: The event took place at the Dignity Health Arena in Bakersfield, California.
Q: Who won the six-woman tag team match on SmackDown?
A: Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, and Stephanie Vaquer defeated Giulia, Naomi, and Roxanne Perez, with Ripley pinning Perez after a Riptide.
Q: What was Giulia’s statement after the Bakersfield Brawl?
A: Giulia helped Zelina Vega win but then attacked her with a headbutt and Northern Lights Bomb, posing with the Women’s United States Championship to signal her title ambitions.
Q: Why did the Aleister Black vs. LA Knight match end in a disqualification?
A: Seth Rollins interfered by hitting Blackout on LA Knight, causing the disqualification.
Q: What did Seth Rollins claim during his opening promo?
A: Rollins declared he would win the Money in the Bank briefcase, gaining total control over WWE, and warned that anyone opposing him would suffer the same fate as Sami Zayn, CM Punk, and Roman Reigns.
Q: What’s the significance of the King and Queen of the Ring announcement?
A: The tournaments, starting with qualifying matches next week, will lead to title shots at SummerSlam, with superstars like Jade Cargill and Charlotte Flair expressing interest.
