Rusev Comments On Missing SmackDown, John Cena Removed From SmackDown Opening Video

Rusev Doesn’t Show Up To SmackDown

Last week, Rusev posted the following video and said that he will be showing up at tonight’s episode of SmackDown to confront Shane McMahon and demand a title shot at the Money in the Bank PPV.

If you don't want to reply to me @shanemcmahon, I come to #SDLive to get my answer. #RusevReturn pic.twitter.com/Ddu6QOSDh6

— Miro (@ToBeMiro) May 9, 2017

As it turned out, Rusev did not appear on tonight’s SmackDown. Instead, Rusev attended the Nashville Predators NHL playoff game against the Anaheim Ducks.

Sorry #SmackDownLIVE I had to make the @PredsNHL game. See you when I see you.

— Miro (@ToBeMiro) May 17, 2017

John Cena Left Out Of SmackDown Opening Video

WWE has posted their new opening video for SmackDown Live. John Cena and Nikki Bella have both been removed from the video. Chris Jericho was included in the video even though he is currently touring with his band Fozzy.