The anticipation is building as WWE SmackDown gears up for the Queen of the Ring tournament, with the first round of matches taking place tonight. The show, scheduled to air live from the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, Wilkes-Barre, PA, promises to be an action-packed episode as wrestlers vie for a spot in the finals at the King and Queen of the Ring Premium Live Event later this month.
The night’s lineup features three highly anticipated matches, with Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, and Naomi taking on Candice LeRae, Piper Niven, and Nia Jax, respectively. Additionally, ‘Michin’ Mia Yim has hinted at her participation, sharing a photo of her new hairstyle on Instagram and expressing her excitement for the show.
The Queen of the Ring tournament is shaping up to be a fierce competition, with several wrestlers having recently changed brands as a result of the WWE Draft 2024. Candice LeRae, Piper Niven, and Nia Jax are among the latest additions to the blue brand, and they’re wasting no time in making their presence felt.
Meanwhile, NXT Battleground: Las Vegas, scheduled to take place on June 9th, will feature a six-woman ladder match to crown the inaugural NXT Women’s North American Champion. The event, which will emanate from the UFC Apex, marks the first time WWE has held a major event in Las Vegas, with WrestleMania 41 set to follow in 2025.
As the wrestling world gears up for these exciting events, fans are eagerly anticipating the outcome of the Queen of the Ring tournament. With the likes of Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, and Naomi already holding impressive credentials, including a recent Women’s Tag Team Championship win for Belair and Cargill, the competition is expected to be fierce.
As the night unfolds, fans will be on the edge of their seats, cheering on their favorite wrestlers as they battle it out for a spot in the finals. Will Mia Yim make a surprise appearance, or will one of the other competitors emerge victorious? Tune in to WWE SmackDown tonight to find out.
