WWE SmackDown on June 19, 2026 features the continuation of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments and a major Undisputed WWE Championship match. Multiple reports say Cody Rhodes defends the Undisputed WWE Championship against Gunther in the show’s main event. Special guest referee Sami Zayn is announced in connection with the title match, following recent on-screen events involving Zayn and Rhodes that led to Zayn being appointed for Gunther’s next title defense.
The episode also includes King and Queen of the Ring semi-final action. Reports indicate Jey Uso advances through his semi-final bout, while the other bracket is ongoing leading toward finals at Night of Champions 2026. Beyond the tournaments and title match, coverage notes additional championship-related developments, including a match that determines a United States Championship number-one contender and the setting of Night of Champions 2026 matchups.
Earlier coverage from June 12 and June 13 recaps that Charlotte Flair and Jey Uso advanced in their respective King and Queen of the Ring tournament brackets, alongside other storyline developments, setting up the June 19 matches.
