A top champion was laid out on WWE SmackDown by a potential new challenger.
Zelina Vega had her work cut out for her tonight in Bakersfield, California. The Women’s United States Champion had the tall task of taking on Piper Niven in a Street Fight, while the latter had Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre supporting her at ringside.
With a clear disadvantage, Vega was on defense throughout the match. Given the stipulation, she was outnumbered and outmatched, and to many it seemed as though she would pick up the loss. However, she was surprisingly saved by Giulia, who hit Niven with a kendo stick and allowed Zelina Vega to pick up the win.
It certainly was a shocking turn of events, especially considering that SmackDown’s latest acquisition hasn’t had the nicest reputation of late. Well, she proved that to be true, as immediately after the match, she went over to Vega and raised her hand, only to attack her and set her sights on the Women’s United States Championship.
WHAT THE?! @giulia0221g just sent a clear message to @ZelinaVegaWWE 😤
#SmackDownpic.twitter.com/WsbOppbfDD— WWE (@WWE) June 7, 2025
It will be interesting to see how this potential feud unfolds on SmackDown. Having recently become champion, Vega will surely do everything in her power to keep the title, but it won’t be easy, especially considering she will be going up against The Beautiful Madness.
Giulia has a Six-Woman Tag Team match on WWE SmackDown
Giulia certainly made an impact by taking out Zelina Vega on SmackDown, but her night has only begun. The Beautiful Madness has a long weekend ahead of her, as she is all set to participate in the Money in the Bank ladder match.
However, before she can even think about climbing the ladder, she needs to be prepared for later tonight, as she is all set to team up with Roxanne Perez and Naomi in a Six-Woman Tag Team match against Alexa Bliss, Stephanie Vaquer, and Rhea Ripley.