Adam Pearce will not be present for the June 16 episode of WWE RAW, as confirmed by the RAW General Manager himself. Pearce announced via Instagram that he is currently on vacation. In his absence, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis will assume temporary authority over the show.
The upcoming episode, the penultimate edition before Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia on June 28, features a stacked lineup. Pearce revealed that Liv Morgan will compete against Kairi Sane and address her recent actions involving Nikki Bella. Additionally, Bayley will appear following her attack on Becky Lynch.
The show will also host the final two Fatal Four-Way first-round matches in the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments. Aldis, who has served as SmackDown’s General Manager since 2023, is expected to oversee proceedings smoothly.
Pearce’s absence comes as several RAW rivalries intensify, though Aldis’ experience suggests a seamless transition for the evening.
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