WWE has officially revealed which matches will air during the ESPN broadcast window of Clash in Italy, placing a strong focus on both location and star power for the opening hour of the premium live event in Turin, Italy.

During the May 22 episode of SmackDown, it was confirmed that the first hour of Clash in Italy from the Inalpi Arena in Turin will air live on ESPN in the United States. At the same time, WWE announced that two of the biggest matches on the card will take place during that opening broadcast slot, ensuring immediate impact for viewers tuning in.

Roman Reigns will defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Jacob Fatu in a Tribal Combat match during the ESPN portion of the show. This bout comes after weeks of escalating tension between the two, building toward what is expected to be a physically intense showdown in Turin.

Also scheduled for the ESPN hour is Rhea Ripley defending the WWE Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill. Their rivalry has quickly become one of the top programs heading into Clash in Italy, making it a key attraction for both the live crowd in Italy and the global audience watching the event.

By placing these two championship matches at the start of the show, WWE is clearly prioritizing a strong opening for Clash in Italy, particularly with the added exposure on ESPN. The strategy mirrors WWE’s recent approach of using major matches early in premium live events to capture and maintain audience interest across both television and streaming platforms.

Cody Rhodes vs. GUNTHER for the Undisputed WWE Championship has also been confirmed for the event in Turin, Italy, although it has not been announced as part of the ESPN broadcast portion.

Clash in Italy takes place on May 31 at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, with the first hour airing on ESPN before the remainder of the event transitions to streaming platforms.

WWE Clash in Italy – Current Card

• WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes vs. against Gunther
• Tribal Combat match for World Heavyweight title: Roman Reigns vs. against Jacob Fatu
• WWE Women’s Championship: Rhea Ripley vs. against Jade Cargill
• Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi

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