June 1 , 2012 Smackdown results The June 1 , 2012 Edition of Smackdown is a Professional wrestling television show of the WWE ' s Smackdown brand , which took place on May 29 , 2012 at the Baton Rouge River Center Arena in Baton Rouge , Louisiana . Summary . World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus opened SmackDown , justifying his attack on his new No . 1 contender Alberto Del Rio one week ago and declaring that at No Way Out , he would not kiss the backside of his extravagant challenger — like so many do — but would instead kick it . After making it clear that money will not be able to buy Del Rio the World Title , The Celtic Warrior was interrupted by John Laurinaitis ' legal counsel , David Otunga , who once again ordered an apology from the Irish Superstar for shoving the General Manager of both Raw and SmackDown on the May 21 edition of Raw . As The Great White refused to comply with that directive , Del Rio joined the party — giving his opinion that Sheamus will , in fact , be very sorry when The Mexican Aristocrat captures his championship gold at No Way Out . Otunga , in turn , revealed that Big Johnny authorized him to let the champion ’ s pay - per - view adversary choose who Sheamus would take on later on SmackDown . In light of that news , The Celtic Warrior opted to apologize after all , not for pushing “ Mr . Excitement ” but for the earth - shattering Brogue Kick he would lay on Otunga seconds later . Putting the exclamation of his action , Sheamus warned a retreating Del Rio to never trust a “ hooligan . ” Returning from the injury he suffered seven months ago at the 2011 Survivor Series , the mysterious Sin Cara thundered his way back onto Friday nights – decked out in red , yellow and white ring gear . Looking to lay the high - flying SmackDown on Heath Slater , the “ faceless ” Superstar used his incredible acrobatic style to secure his comeback victory in explosive fashion . Brace yourself SmackDown , the gravity - defying Sin Cara is definitely back and more explosive than ever ! Once again refusing to compete against what he labeled another “ ignoramus , ” the self - professed “ Intellectual Savior of the Unwashed Masses ” Damien Sandow started to make his exit from the ring — even though the bell , signaling the beginning of the match , had already sounded . His retreat was blocked by his opponent , Ezekiel Jackson . Though the powerful Superstar introduced his educated foe to a painful offense , the unexpected aggressive side of the “ Protector of Decency ” quickly took over , as Sandow unleashed a superior pugilistic display before hurling The Personification of Domination to the canvas for another impressive win . With a smug smile on his face , Sandow then executed a post - match cartwheel in honor of his sound triumph . " You ' re welcome . " It seems that one opponent is no longer enough for Ryback . For the second week in a row , the ultra - intense competitor destroyed two athletes — a talkative combination that possessed the supposed " advantage " of not having to tag in and out during the match . After using a barrage of absolutely earth - shattering maneuvers to lay the outmatched duo to waste , Ryback executed his Shell Shocked finisher on both unfortunate athletes at the same time for another one - sided triumph . At the beginning of SmackDown , Alberto Del Rio was given the right to choose World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus ' opponent for the night — just 16 days before he will challenge The Great White for the title at No Way Out . Later , while The Mexican Aristocrat was attempting to determine his selection , Dolph Ziggler volunteered — determined to establish his own elite status in the squared circle . Seeing the passion in The Showoff ’ s eyes , the No . 1 contender was more than happy to grant his wish . Prior to the match - up Vickie Guerrero emerged before the WWE Universe , attempting to reveal the “ special arrangement ” she had made for the night . However , before she could , she was swiftly interrupted by Ziggler himself . Without breaking stride , the bleach blond Superstar grabbed her microphone and made the profound statement , “ Tonight , I beat the World Heavyweight Champion . ” But despite his unrelenting resolve , it was not to be . In the heart of the heated battle between The Showoff and The Celtic Warrior , Jack Swagger ’ s , perhaps unwelcome , attempt to help Ziggler overcome The Great White fell short . This opened the door for the World Heavyweight Champion to take advantage and overcome his opponent ’ s tremendous efforts with the Brogue Kick . In the height of the tag team showdown that pitted Santino Marella & Zack Ryder against the newly self - proclaimed “ Primetime Players , ” Titus O ’ Neil & Darren Young , The Milan Miracle rolled up one of his outspoken opponents for a quick three - count out of nowhere . Following the match , however , the celebration would quickly come to a screeching halt . Continuing his ruthless tirade from Monday ’ s Raw SuperShow , an enraged Big Show emerged to take out both victorious Superstars in an onslaught of absolute brutality . Incorporating the steel steps into the mix , The World ’ s Largest Athlete punished Long Island Iced - Z and the United States Champion , sending a frightening message to John Cena as they prepare to collide at No Way Out . Both Santino and Ryder were taken to the trainers and treated for the devastation they had just endured , standing as strong as they could in the process . While their condition is still being determined , the only solace they can take is that they are lucky to be standing at all . After losing his prized Intercontinental Championship to the returning Christian at WWE Over the Limit , Cody Rhodes emerged victorious over Tyson Kidd , making a strong statement that he is coming after " his " cherished title with a vengeance . As Captain Charisma joined the SmackDown announce team , the grandson of a plumber overcame the last graduate of the legendary Hart Dungeon with the Cross Rhodes . Looking on after the bell , Christian made it clear that the former champion can have his rematch any time he wants it . After embarrassing General Manager John Laurinaitis on Monday ’ s Raw SuperShow four days earlier , CM Punk would have to put his WWE Championship on the line against Kane — in the first WWE Title Match on SmackDown in four years ! Prior to the match , Punk predicted that The Best in the World would make The Devil ’ s Favorite Demon Go to Sleep . In the heated showdown that followed , however , things would not prove that cut and dry . Although Kane had not held WWE ’ s top prize in 14 years , his true priority from the word go was the same as it always was – inflicting pain and anguish on anyone who dared to step in his path .