R-Truth Not Medically Cleared To Compete On WWE SmackDown

R-Truth is not medically cleared to compete for WWE SmackDown.

SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis made the announcement on social media. Truth was scheduled to team with Damian Priest against Talla Tonga and Tama Tonga.

Priest will now take on Tama in singles competition.

It is unknown how long R-Truth will be sidelined.

Ladies and Gentlemen, R-Truth is not medically cleared to compete tonight, therefore Damian Priest will now go 1-on-1 with Tama Tonga. See you tonight on #SmackDown @ArcherOfInfamy @TamaTonga01

— Nick Aldis (@RealNickAldis) May 15, 2026

Here is the current lineup for SmackDown:

WWE SmackDown (5/15)

• Gunther to make decision regarding SmackDown and Cody Rhodes
• Jade Cargill to speak
• Trick Williams returns to South Carolina for a celebration
• Damian Priest vs. Tama Tonga
• Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs. Michin & B-Fab

Fightful will have coverage of SmackDown beginning at 8 PM ET followed by a post-show podcast.