On Tuesday, June 9, WWE taped the June 11 edition of “Smackdown,” the final showing of the program prior to the 2015 “Money in the Bank” event.
Below are June 11 “Smackdown” spoilers from Lafayette, Louisiana:
The show kicked off with Dean Ambrose, who is still in possession of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. He discussed touring New Orleans with the belt, and what transpired between him and the current champion, Seth Rollins, on “Monday Night Raw.” Rollins cut Ambrose off, wasting no time to threaten him with violence should he not relinquish the title tonight. Ambrose obliged, simply leaving the belt in the middle of the ring. However, to Rollins’ dismay, he found a replica title. Ambrose informed Rollins that he lost the real belt somewhere in New Orleans, as the last couple days have been a blur. Though, come “Money in the Bank,” Ambrose promised to have the title.
1) Ryback def. The Miz- The WWE Intercontinental Champion picked up an impressive victory with the “Shellshock.” Following the match, Big Show, Ryback’s opponent at “Money in the Bank,” made his way ringside. An unimpressed Big Show informed Ryback that he will be no match for him come Sunday.
Backstage, Randy Orton, Neville, and Roman Reigns discussed the upcoming Money in the Bank Ladder match, a match they will all be involved in. Later on, in the show’s main event, they will team up to face Kane, Sheamus, and Kofi Kingston.
2) King Barrett def. Jack Swagger- R-Truth joined the commentary team for this match. At one point during the match, Truth wore Barrett’s crown and cape, taunting him on top of the announce table. Though, the dancing Truth did not distract Barrett, who still bested Swagger with a “Bull Hammer.”
On the titantron, WWE aired Michael Cole’s weekly sit-down interview. This week, he was joined by Lana. Lana talked about enjoying Dolph Ziggler’s company, only to see Rusev interrupt. Rusev tried to get Lana back, but would get rejected again. An infuriated Rusev screamed at Cole, and hit the chairs with his crutches.
3) Seth Rollins def. Dolph Ziggler- Rollins got the victory by rolling up Ziggler, while grabbing a handful of tights.
4) Paige def. Alicia Fox via submission
5) Roman Reigns, Randy Orton, and Neville def. Kane, Sheamus, and Kofi Kingston via disqualification- After the match, the six men brawled, with the action spilling outside the ring. While the other five stars were busy fighting, Neville entered the ring and retrieved the Money in the Bank briefcase, hanging above the ring. Neville simply placed the briefcase on the ground, before making his way to the back, as “Smackdown” came to a close.