LA Knight Bests Aleister Black in SmackDown Qualifier

Inglewood, California – LA Knight defeated Aleister Black on Friday night during a Money in the Bank Triple Threat Qualifying match on SmackDown, securing his spot for the upcoming event.

The match featured Knight, Black, and Shinsuke Nakamura competing for a place in the men’s ladder match scheduled for June 7. Knight, a former United States Champion, took advantage of a moment when Black knocked Nakamura out with his signature Black Mass kick. Before Black could cover Nakamura, Knight capitalized by tossing Black outside the ring and pinning Nakamura.

This victory means Knight now joins Solo Sikoa, who previously qualified, leaving four spots still available in the men’s ladder match. Knight has been embroiled in a rivalry with Sikoa, adding even more heat to their upcoming confrontation.

In women’s competition earlier that night, Charlotte Flair and Women’s United States Champion Zelina Vega faced off in a qualifying match alongside Giulia, further intensifying the stakes for the Women’s Money in the Bank division. Two spots remain open for women, with Jade Cargill, Naomi, and Nia Jax set to compete in a triple threat match next week.

The developments from Friday’s SmackDown are shaping the landscape for the Money in the Bank pay-per-view. Veteran wrestling journalist Rick Ucchino reports on these events from WWE, highlighting the excitement surrounding the matches.

As anticipation builds for the event, fans are eager to see how current rivalries unfold in the ring.