Morning Daily News Update: June 19, 2026 – WWE Pushing For Chad Gable To Have Major SummerSlam Role

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It’s Friday, the weekend is almost here! And it’s time for the Morning Daily News Update!

We’ve also got a bunch of new stuff on the blog:

Kat posted a new edition of the NXT 2.0 Rewind
Phrederic reviewed last night’s episode of WWE Evolve
Kat also reviewed last night’s episode of WWE Main Event
Scott Herrin reviewed last night’s episode of TNA Impact

There’s An Internal Push To Feature WWE Star In Significant Way At SummerSlam

Chad Gable could be set for a major role at SummerSlam, according to WrestleVotes. The report states there is significant support within WWE for Gable to be prominently featured at the two-night event in Minneapolis, Minnesota, his hometown. His strong fan support during his recent run as El Grande Americano, which ended with an emotional Mask vs. Mask loss to Ludwig Kaiser at AAA Noche de los Grandes, has reportedly strengthened those discussions, with many within WWE viewing Gable as one of the company’s most talented performers.

Rhea Ripley’s Injury Reportedly Prompting Multiple WWE Changes

WWE has reportedly made several creative changes to the SmackDown women’s division following Rhea Ripley’s knee injury. According to WrestleVotes, plans leading into Night of Champions have been adjusted amid expectations that the WWE Women’s Champion could be sidelined for an indefinite period. Ripley has already been replaced by Tiffany Stratton in promotional material for the June 27 premium live event, although the exact nature and severity of her injury remain unknown.

Joe Hendry Comments On Recent WWE TV Absence

Joe Hendry has addressed his recent absence from WWE television, joking that Austin Theory is responsible. Speaking with the Toronto Sun, Hendry referenced the storyline attack he suffered on the May 25 episode of Raw, when Theory assaulted him with a steel chair on behalf of Logan Paul and Paul Heyman. Hendry said he is currently “healing up” from the attack, which served as the storyline explanation for his disappearance from WWE programming. No timetable has been announced for his return.

TNA Looking To Make OVW Its New Developmental System

TNA Wrestling and Ohio Valley Wrestling are reportedly close to finalising a partnership that would see OVW serve as TNA’s developmental system. According to PWInsider, the agreement is expected to be signed soon, with TNA President Carlos Silva reportedly attending several recent OVW events. OVW is best known for its time as WWE’s developmental territory from 2000 to 2008, helping launch the careers of stars such as John Cena, Randy Orton, Batista and Brock Lesnar.