Posted By: Ben Kerin on May 31, 2026 
Cody Rhodes successfully retained the Undisputed WWE Championship against Gunther at WWE Clash in Italy on Sunday, although the finish of the match is likely to spark plenty of debate among fans.
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Ring of Honor taped new matches for an upcoming episode of ROH TV on May 30 in Huntsville, Alabama. The taping featured a mix of championship action, multi‑man matches, and several standout performances across the roster. These results give fans an early look at what to expect when the episode airs.
The night opened with a dark match, where Steven Borden scored a win over Darkness Argento. Once the main taping began, Marina Shafir picked up a victory against Zayda Steel. The Women’s Pure Championship was also on the line, with Deonna Purrazzo defending her title against Viva Van. Purrazzo kept the championship with another strong showing.
Harley Cameron and Mina Shirakawa teamed up to defeat The IInspiration, the duo of Jessie McKay and Cassie Lee. In a large multi‑man match, The Outrunners, Dalton Castle, and Adam Priest defeated the team of Lethal Twist—Lee Johnson, Blake Christian, and Jay Lethal—along with Dralistico.
Queen Aminata continued her rise with a win over Trish Adora. The Rascalz, made up of Myron Reed, Zachary Wentz, and Dezmond Xavier, earned a victory against The Premier Athletes, Ariya Daivari and Tony Nese, who teamed with BEEF.
Red Velvet also appeared on the card and secured a win over Hyena Hera. The taping closed with a fast‑paced four‑way match featuring AR Fox, Sammy Guevara, Ace Austin, and Angelico. AR Fox came out on top to end the night.
These ROH TV spoilers highlight a strong lineup with title defenses, returning names, and competitive matches across the board. Fans can expect a packed episode once the show airs.
ROH TV Spoilers From May 30
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WWE Clash in Italy Results – Welcome to WrestlingAttitude’s live coverage results of WWE Clash in Italy 2026, coming to you from the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy.
The main card begins at 2 PM ET, and this page will update in real time with every match result, winners, title changes, and major moment throughout the show. While you wait for the action to begin, you can watch the Countdown Show in the embedded video below.
Cody Rhodes Interview — Countdown to WWE Clash in Italy
Joe Tessitore sat down with Cody and brought up the attack that happened after his WrestleMania match. Cody said everything anyone needed to know about him happened after the bell — he got up, he walked, and he made eye contact with as many people as he could to show he was still the champion, still standing, and if that was Randy’s best shot, that says plenty. Cody admitted he’s very lucky, and he doesn’t know how much luck he has left.
Joe asked about spending time with his family. Cody said there’s no healing like healing with your family. He mentioned how his father used to talk about walking around the house beat up, and having a young child ask what happened or if he was okay.
Joe then asked about Cody returning so quickly. Cody said it was important to him — he has to be consistent. People joke about him doing the Cena schedule, but what else is he supposed to follow? He needs the challenges.
Cody reflected on the fact that it’s been ten years since he left WWE. He said it’s been a gift to make the right decisions, to do the right things, but also to make mistakes. That’s his life.
Becky Lynch Interview — Countdown to WWE Clash in Italy
Corey Graves sat down with Becky Lynch and asked her about her WrestleMania victory. Becky said it was an incredible night and reminded everyone she never actually lost the title — biased referees cost her, not a better opponent.
Corey brought up Sol Ruca confronting her on the Raw after WrestleMania. Becky called Sol a troublemaker. She said she had a contract signing scheduled and was in the middle of her celebration when Sol decided to get in her face. Becky insisted Sol attacked her for no reason.
Corey asked about their match at Saturday Night’s Main Event. Becky said she had Sol dead to rights, and somehow she got disqualified for trying to pull the referee out of harm’s way. She even pointed out she saved Jessika Carr, despite not liking her.
Corey then asked about Sol challenging her again. Becky said Sol isn’t ready and has bitten off more than she can chew. She said Sol will run home to America while Becky celebrates with her family in Europe.
Sol Ruca Interview — Countdown to WWE Clash in Italy
Sol said she was honored to be there when asked about the crowd reaction.
Joe Tessitore brought up Becky saying she isn’t ready. Sol said Becky has no idea what she’s gone through or how she trained, and she’s here to prove Becky wrong.
Big E asked about her health, and Sol said she was medically cleared this morning.
Corey asked if that would be an issue. Sol said it’s wild to think she’s only been doing this for four years and she’s already faced names like Liv Morgan, Iyo Sky, and Becky Lynch. She said she belongs here.
Sol added that Becky will do whatever it takes to win, but she’s used to deep, unpredictable waters thanks to her surfing background. She said she’ll do whatever it takes to win the title.
We Hear from Paul Heyman
Paul Heyman cut off Cathy Kelley as she was talking about Oba Femi’s WrestleMania win.
Paul said Cathy wanted to talk about how there’s no denying what Oba did to Brock at WrestleMania — he beat him so badly that Brock retired. But Brock can’t live with that, so he’s going to do something about it. WrestleMania was Oba’s night, Paul said, but that was just one night. Brock Lesnar has been dominant for twenty‑five years. Tonight, Paul promised, would be Brock Lesnar’s night. And we’ll see how Oba recovers from the beating Brock plans to give him.
Wade Barrett Interview with Gunther — Countdown to WWE Clash in Italy
Wade sat down with Gunther and brought up his growing reputation for ending careers, even being called the Career Killer. Gunther said he appreciates the title.
Wade mentioned how people complain about him gloating after those wins. Gunther said the fans treat those wrestlers like heroes, but they aren’t heroes to him. To him, it’s a great feeling to do what he does.
Wade shifted to Gunther’s move to SmackDown and his title match with Cody, asking about the mind games. Gunther said he doesn’t like Cody’s approach. Cody has beaten him a few times, and there’s a score to settle.
Wade asked if there was any doubt. Gunther said he doesn’t waste time with doubt.
Wade then asked if being in Europe gives him an advantage. Gunther said he’s simply the better wrestler. The environment will be different in Europe, but he doesn’t care if the crowd cheers or boos. If the people support him over Cody, he said Cody won’t be able to handle it.
Joe and Cody — Continued Interview
Joe asked Cody for his thoughts on Gunther. Cody asked if beating John Cena makes Gunther dangerous. He said Gunther got Cena at the end of his career. He beat AJ Styles at the end of his career. Cody said he’s not going to fear Gunther for ending the careers of wrestlers whose time was already winding down. He’ll fear Gunther if Gunther is at his absolute best. Cody said he has Gunther’s number, and he won’t be added to the list of careers Gunther has ended. He called this the first real prize fight Gunther has had in a long time.
Joe asked about Cody’s strategy. Cody said you have to avoid the chop and keep Gunther moving. The longer the match goes, the less Gunther has in the tank.
Cody said Gunther has the most intimidating look in his eyes — that look that says he thinks Cody is getting tired. Cody said that motivates him, because he’s not done yet. He said he needs to beat Gunther more than Gunther needs to beat him.
WWE Championship Match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Gunther
They locked up and Cody went to a wrist lock, circling with Gunther until he broke clean and hit a Stardust‑style cartwheel. They reached for a knuckle lock and Gunther forced Cody down to a knee, but Cody powered back up until Gunther backed him into the corner. Gunther chopped him on the break, then hit another heavy shot. Cody answered with a kick and the drop‑down punch. He went for a springboard, but Gunther cut him out of the air with a chop. Gunther followed with knees to the ribs and another chop for a count of two.
Gunther cracked Cody with a chop to the back, then sent him into the corner. Cody floated over on the whip, and Gunther reached for a sleeper, but Cody slipped free. Cody hit a snap mare, but Gunther blasted him with a boot and a forearm across the back.
Cody with punches, but Gunther bowled him over with a shoulder that sent Cody to the mat. Cody flipped through on a belly‑to‑back suplex and fired back with more shots. He floated over in the corner and snapped off a powerslam. Cody followed with jabs and a Bionic Elbow, then hit a kick and the Pedigree for a count of two.
Cody stepped out to the apron and leapt back in, but Gunther blasted him with a running dropkick and drilled him with a powerbomb for a close call. Gunther climbed the ropes for a frog splash, but Cody got the knees up. Cody hit Beautiful Disaster and followed with CrossRhodes, but Gunther kicked out at a count of two.
Cody went for the double‑jump Cody Cutter, but Gunther saw it coming and snatched him out of the air straight into a sleeper. Cody rolled through and got a quick two count, but Gunther kept the hold locked in. He dragged Cody down to the mat and added the body scissors.
Gunther climbed onto Cody’s back while still cranking the sleeper. Cody forced himself to his feet and dropped straight back to break the grip, but Gunther immediately reapplied the choke. He hammered Cody with elbows, then cinched the sleeper in again and wrapped the legs. Cody started to fade as the hold tightened.
Cody fought through the sleeper and surged back to life, dragging himself to the ropes to force the break. Gunther kicked him in the head and waited for him to rise. He clubbed Cody across the back, but Cody fired back with punches. Gunther chopped him, Cody answered, and they traded shots until Gunther leveled him with a clothesline. Cody came back with a clothesline of his own, but neither man went down. Gunther hit another clothesline that finally dropped Cody.
Cody went for the Cody Cutter, but Gunther caught him in mid‑air. Gunther tried to clamp on the sleeper again, but Cody reversed out. Cody hit a clothesline and then connected with the Cody Cutter.
Cody followed with CrossRhodes for the three count.
Winner: Cody Rhodes
After the match, Gunther tried to get the referee’s attention. The replay showed Gunther’s leg appeared to be under the bottom rope.
Results for WWE Clash in Italy continue after a break.
WWE Women’s Championship Match: Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Jade Cargill
They locked up and neither woman budged, ending in a stalemate. They tied up again and pushed into the corner, and Rhea muscled Jade down out of the collar‑and‑elbow. Jade fired back with a pair of slaps, but Rhea blasted her with a kick and a face‑buster. Jade avoided a clothesline and slammed Rhea, then dropped into push‑ups right in front of her. Rhea slapped her across the face for it.
Jade was sent to the floor and Rhea followed with a dropkick through the ropes. Rhea went for a cannonball off the apron, but Jade caught her landing and cracked her with a forearm. Jade sent Rhea into the apron, hit a pop‑up knee, then drove her into the apron again before delivering a fallaway slam on the floor. Jade rolled Rhea back inside. Rhea threw a punch, but Jade answered with elbows and kicks.
Jade choked Rhea in the ropes, then drove her into the turnbuckles and kept the pressure on with more choking. She rocked Rhea with a forearm in the corner and followed with a hard Irish whip. Jade dropped into more push‑ups to taunt her. She hit a suplex and got a count of two, then slammed Rhea’s head into the mat. Jade kicked her, landed a European uppercut, and kicked her in the back.
Rhea answered with chops, but Jade sent her into the corner again and hit another suplex for a count of two. Jade clamped on a reverse chin lock, then yanked Rhea down by the hair. Rhea fought back with punches, but Jade cut her off with a shot and a slam. Jade missed an elbow drop, then charged and ran shoulder‑first into the ring post when Rhea moved.
Rhea fired up with clotheslines, a head butt, a back heel kick, and a face plant. She followed with a missile dropkick and a German suplex.
Jade rolled to the floor and Rhea launched after her with a cannonball off the apron. Rhea went up top and hit a missile dropkick back in the ring for a count of two. Jade blocked the Razor’s Edge and sent Rhea over with a back body drop. Rhea kicked Jade and both women were down.
They got to their feet face to face and traded punches and forearms. Jade missed a bicycle kick, Rhea slipped out of Jaded, and Rhea cracked her with a head butt. Jade avoided RipTide, but Rhea caught her with an enzuigiri. Rhea set up the Razor’s Edge and connected, then followed with a Shining Wizard for a close call.
Rhea lifted Jade onto her shoulders, but Jade grabbed the ropes and countered with a headscissors that sent both of them over the top rope, with Rhea hitting the apron on the way down. Rhea held on and dropped Jade face‑first onto the apron.
Rhea got a near fall, then went for RipTide, but Jade slipped out and tried for Jaded. Rhea dropped through the legs and reached for RipTide again, but Jade planted her with a DDT. Rhea landed on her feet on a belly‑to‑back suplex, but Jade followed with a Blue Thunder Bomb for a count of two. Jade headed up top, but Rhea cut her off with a chop, then another, then a forearm. Rhea climbed up with her and hammered Jade across the back to set up a Super RipTide. Instead, Rhea hit a belly‑to‑back superplex and scored a close call.
B‑Fab and Michin ran down, and Rhea turned straight into a bicycle kick. Jade went for Jaded, but Rhea countered with a victory roll and a double stomp. Rhea hit RipTide, and B‑Fab eventually almost managed to get Jade’s foot on the rope to stop the count. The referee caught on and threw them out.
Rhea went to the floor, and Charlotte Flair flew off the ringside barrier with a crossbody. Michin was sent into the post.
Jade blasted Rhea with a bicycle kick and hit Jaded, but Charlotte put Rhea’s foot on the ropes to break the count. Jade tried for a chokeslam, but Rhea slipped free and cracked her with a head butt. Rhea followed with RipTide for the three.
Winner: Rhea Ripley
The show cuts to a break. We will be back for more WWE Clash in Italy results
Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi
–– Here is what’s in store for 2026 WWE Clash in Italy ––
Jacob Fatu failed to win the World Heavyweight Championship from Roman Reigns at WWE Backlash on May 9. However, he gets another chance today in a Tribal Combat Match. Their feud grew even more intense on the May 11 episode of Raw when Fatu left Reigns laid out in the ring. One week later, Reigns and The Usos struck back. They trapped Fatu in the ropes and hit him with repeated Superman Punches and double superkicks. Their rivalry reached a breaking point this past Monday during a heated face‑to‑face exchange. Fatu agreed to serve Reigns if he loses today, and Reigns agreed to acknowledge Fatu if he loses. As a result, both men enter the match with high stakes and personal pride on the line.
Cody Rhodes defends the Undisputed WWE Championship for the first time since beating Randy Orton at WrestleMania 42 Night One. He faces GUNTHER. Their issues began on the May 1 episode of SmackDown when GUNTHER blindsided Rhodes with an attack. One week later, Paul Heyman confronted Rhodes and explained that he owed GUNTHER a favor, which led to tonight’s title match. Royce Keys tried to take the opportunity for himself during a contract signing on May 15, but GUNTHER beat Keys later that night in a Number One Contender’s Match. Because of that win, GUNTHER now gets his shot at the championship.
Rhea Ripley defends the Women’s Championship for the first time since winning it. She faces Jade Cargill. Their rivalry has lasted for months. Ripley defeated Cargill for the title at WrestleMania 42 Night Two. They met again at Saturday Night’s Main Event on May 23 in a Six Woman Tag Match. Cargill, Michin, and B‑Fab beat Ripley, Charlotte Flair, and Alexa Bliss. Cargill then beat Bliss in singles action on SmackDown this past Friday and left her down in the ring after hitting a Jaded onto a chair. Because of all this, Ripley and Cargill now meet with the title on the line.
Becky Lynch defends the Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Sol Ruca despite Lynch claiming online that Ruca is not medically cleared. Their tension has grown over the last few weeks. They argued on the May 18 episode of Raw. They then met again at Saturday Night’s Main Event on May 23 in a non‑title match. Ruca won by disqualification after Lynch pulled the referee in front of her to block a Sol Snatcher. Lynch attacked Ruca after the match, but SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis appeared and informed Lynch that the title match would still happen today. He spoke on behalf of Raw General Manager Adam Pearce. As a result, the match now moves forward with even more hostility.
Brock Lesnar returns to the ring for the first time since WrestleMania 42 Night Two. He faces Oba Femi. Femi beat Lesnar in quick fashion at WrestleMania, and Lesnar left his gloves and boots in the ring afterward, which made many fans think he had retired. However, Lesnar returned on the May 18 episode of Raw and attacked Femi from behind before the Open Challenge could begin. Paul Heyman later told Adam Pearce that Lesnar wanted one more match and handed him the contract for today’s bout. Because of that, Lesnar and Femi now meet again with unfinished business.
WWE Clash in Italy Results
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In the final months of in-ring career, AJ Styles faced a number of familiar foes, such as CM Punk, John Cena, and Shinsuke Nakamura. He also tackled some fresher faces like Je’Von Evans, Leon Slater, and “The Ring General” GUNTHER, the latter of whom stepped up to Styles in his retirement match at 2026 WWE Royal Rumble.
Along the way to his last performance, Styles would have liked to lock up with names outside of WWE as well.
“I think Christopher Daniels, Samoa Joe, Frankie Kazarian, those are my guys,” Styles said on “The Phenomenally Retro Podcast” when asked who he would have handpicked as his final five opponents. “I’d have a six-man [tag], of course, The Good Brothers in it against probably The Usos and Roman [Reigns]. That was freaking killer stuff that we did. Then I think we could throw in Kurt Angle. I’m sure I’m missing out on somebody like, ‘Oh, freak. I can’t believe I said that.’ But as far as WWE matches, Shinsuke, I’m glad that was one of my last matches. I’m glad John was one of my last matches. Those worked. Punk was thrown in there, too. We got a chance to do it in WWE. There’s definitely some matches that I’m glad were there. I wasn’t disappointed in my last run. I can say that.”
Styles’ history with Christopher Daniels, Samoa Joe, and Frankie Kazarian extends back more than 20 years, with all four bursting into the wrestling spotlight throughout the 2000s and 2010s. At one point, all four worked for TNA Wrestling. Kazarian formally returned to TNA in 2023; Daniels and Joe, meanwhile, are signed to All Elite Wrestling in the present day.
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Former WWE talent Rico Constantino seems to have had quite the colorful life, but his pro wrestling career was unfortunately cut short. However, on his way into WWE, Rico interestingly crossed paths with PGA legend Tiger Woods, which he recalled during an interview on “INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet.”
Rico recalled how he was known as “The American Gladiator Champion” during his stint in Ohio Valley Wrestling, which paid homage to his “American Gladiators” run, but around that time in his career, he suffered a serious injury. “My leg hit the ring and my quad snapped right in the middle of a title fight,” he recalled. “The doctor said, ‘You’ll never wrestle again.'” Rico then claims he completely disregarded what the doctor told him, and instead used the news as fuel to drive him while he was at rehab.
“I went to rehab, and the rehab was where famous people went. I mean, Andre Agassi – his wife went there – and every day I was on the bike, I was sitting next to Tiger Woods, who was a wrestling fan,” the veteran claimed, adding that he was a golf fan through his father. “We’d sit there and I’d tell him about wrestling and he’d tell me about golf and who was the heel in golf – VJ Singh was the heel!”
After spending a lot of time with Woods, the two developed a rapport, and even shared some banter. “We were talking and he’s wearing Nikes all the time, and he looked at me and he goes: ‘You got the wrong shoes on,’ because I was wearing Reeboks or something,” Rico recalled. “And then, one day, during therapy, he comes in and he’s not wearing Nikes and I go: ‘What happened?’ he goes: ‘Oh, those shoes gave me blisters on my heel.’ I said, ‘Yeah, you’re wearing the wrong shoe!'”
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