WWE SmackDown Set for Saudi Arabia, Aigle Blanc Eyes WWE Debut

WWE SmackDown will air from Saudi Arabia on June 27th, with Aigle Blanc possibly debuting in August. Tonight, ID Tournament matches are on tap in New York featuring both men’s and women’s competitions. R-Truth’s return sparked significant fan reactions during WWE Money In The Bank 2025.

WWE SmackDown is set to make waves as the June 27th episode will be aired live from Saudi Arabia, running from 1 to 4 p.m. ET on Netflix. Fans should take note that due to time zone differences, it will debut globally earlier, with the United States audience receiving it on a seven-hour tape delay. The anticipation is certainly building for this unique broadcast experience.

In an interesting development, while nothing has been officially confirmed as of now, sources are hinting that Aigle Blanc might have his sights set on August 30th as his last date in France before he makes his WWE debut. This creates plenty of speculation among fans about the young star’s potential impact in WWE.

In other events tonight, WWE is hosting a series of Tournament matches at the NYWC Sportatorium in Deer Park, New York. The men’s tournament features promising matchups including Sean Legacy taking on Brad Baylor and Aaron Rourke versus Jackson Drake, among others. The women’s competition sees Kyie Rae squaring off against Zara Zakher, on what promises to be an exciting night of wrestling.

Adding to the buzz surrounding WWE, the recent surprise return of R-Truth was one of the standout moments at the Money In The Bank 2025 premium live event over the weekend. Shortly after his return, WWE released a recap video detailing fan reactions to the unexpected comeback. The Raw Recap podcast, hosted by Sam Roberts and Megan Morant, provides an in-depth discussion on this moment, extending over 73 minutes.

In summary, WWE is gearing up for an exciting June 27th SmackDown live from Saudi Arabia, and fans are buzzing over the potential debut of Aigle Blanc. Furthermore, tonight’s tournament matches at NYWC Sportatorium are highly anticipated. R-Truth’s surprise return and the subsequent fan reactions have added an interesting dynamic to recent events in WWE. There is a lot to look forward to in the world of professional wrestling.

Original Source: wrestlingheadlines.com