Top SmackDown stars qualify for the WWE Money in the Bank ladder match

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2025, 09:35 IST

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WWE is gearing up for Money in the Bank, scheduled for June 7th in Los Angeles, following a successful Backlash event. The focus is now on the Money in the Bank ladder matches for both men and women. The qualifying matches commenced on the May 16th edition of SmackDown, with two superstars securing their spots.

Top SmackDown stars qualify for the WWE Money in the Bank ladder match

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The Money in the Bank ladder match qualifiers began on this week's edition of SmackDown.After a successful WWE Backlash show, the promotion has now turned its attention to its next major Premium Live Event, WWE Money in the Bank. The exciting show will take place on Saturday, June 7th, at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. The top attraction for the show will be the Money in the Bank ladder matches for both the men's and women's divisions.The first set of qualifying matches for the bouts began on the May 16th, 2025, edition of Friday Night SmackDown. As the dust settled, two superstars punched their ticket to the PLE and came one step closer to the coveted briefcase.

Which WWE superstars qualified for the Money in the Bank ladder matches?

This week's episode of SmackDown saw two triple-threat Money in the Bank qualifying matches take place. The opening contest was between Alexa Bliss, Chelsea Green, and Michin. The match was so exhilarating that it led to the fans erupting in a 'This is Awesome' chant.

Towards the end of the bout, Alexa Bliss hit the Twisted Bliss on Michin, but Chelsea Green pushed her away to try and steal the win. However, the former five-time WWE Women's Champion regrouped in time and delivered a Sister Abigail DDT to secure the first spot in the Women's Money in the Bank ladder match.

On the men's side, Rey Fenix, Jimmy Uso, and Solo Sikoa competed against each other to qualify for the ladder match. The match was a hard-hitting affair and also saw the interference of Sikoa's new ally, Jeff Cobb, now known as J.C. Matteo. That gave Solo the chance to capitalize as he took out Fenix with the Samoan Spike to win the bout and qualify for the Men's Money in the Bank match.

The first two spots in the ladder showdown at the PLE have been filled. The qualifying matches will continue in the coming weeks, with other top stars trying to secure a place. So, it will be interesting to see which WWE superstars will join Alexa Bliss and Solo Sikoa.Also read: WWE SmackDown Results & Highlights (5/16/25): Tiffany Stratton retains her title, Money in the Bank qualifiers begin, and more

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