John Cena will be face Cody Rhodes at Summerslam 2025 for his Undisputed Championship and today live at smackdown he will be back face to face with Cody Rhodes
“Tonight, WWE SmackDown comes live from Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. With SummerSlam less than a month away, the card is stacked with rising stars and marquee names—expect heated matchups, tense confrontations, and major storyline progressions heading into the biggest show of the summer.”
📅 SmackDown Highlights — Friday, July 25, 2025 (Live from Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH)
- Alexa Bliss vs. Roxanne Perez — A crucial showdown between two top women’s competitors, each looking to build momentum heading into SummerSlam. Axios+2Fightful+2The Times of India+2
- WWE Tag Team Championship: The Wyatt Sicks (c) vs. Andrade & Rey Fenix — Andrade & Rey Fenix earned this title shot by winning a Fatal‑4‑Way against top contenders last week. WWE+2Fightful+2WWE+2
- Segment with Randy Orton, Jelly Roll, Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul — A tense confrontation setting the stage for a tag team showdown at SummerSlam. SI+4Fightful+4The Times of India+4
- Cody Rhodes Appearance — Expected to continue his summer-long storyline with Undisputed Champion John Cena as they build toward their contract signing and Street Fight at SummerSlam. ticketnetwork.com+14Khel Now+14WWE+14
🔥 Why This Episode Matters
- First SmackDown since Hulk Hogan’s passing — Fans can expect a heartfelt tribute to the wrestling legend during the show. Axios
- With SummerSlam fast approaching, the episode is all about upping drama, solidifying rivalries, and teasing surprises.
- Cleveland’s passionate fans guarantee an electric atmosphere, amplifying every feud, every promo, and every high-stakes match. TicketNews
📋 Quick Summary Table
| Segment/Match | Why It’s Important |
|---|---|
| Alexa Bliss vs. Roxanne Perez | Women’s division trajectories heading into PLE |
| Wyatt Sicks (c) vs. Andrade & Rey Fenix | Tag titles opportunity & rising star spotlights |
| Orton, Jelly Roll, McIntyre & Logan Paul | SummerSlam tag buildup with high celebrity heat |
| Cody Rhodes appearance | Building tension toward Cena vs. Rhodes contract angle |