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NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
WWE SummerSlam 2025: Full Match Card, Preview, Time And More
A 2-day WWE Summerslam event is set to unfold some enthralling battles. Be it Gunther vs CM Punk or Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed, some of the match-ups at the event have had gruelling storylines written in the preceding weeks. It was John Cena who defeated Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 to win the undisputed WWE championship. But, only 3 months later, Rhodes somehow managed to pull himself back into title contention through the King of the Ring tournament. The inaugural two-day SummerSlam offers a great rematch between two of WWE's top stars. 2025 WWE SummerSlam matches - Day 1 World Heavyweight Championship -- Gunther (c) vs. CM Punk: WWE Women's Championship -- Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill: Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul: WWE Women's Tag Team Championships -- The Judgment Day (Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez) (c) vs. Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross 2025 WWE SummerSlam matches - Day 2 Undisputed WWE Championship -- John Cena (c) vs. Cody Rhodes (Street fight) Women's World Championship -- Naomi (c) vs. Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley Women's Intercontinental Championship -- Becky Lynch (c) vs. Lyra Valkyria United States Championship -- Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Jacob Fatu (Steel Cage match) Intercontinental Championship -- Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. AJ Styles WWE Tag Team Championship -- Wyatt Sicks (c) vs. #DIY vs. Street Profits vs. Fraxiom vs. Motor City Machine Guns vs. Andrade & Rey Fenix (TLC match) In India, the WWE Summerslam 2025 will be broadcast live on August 03 and 04 at 03:30 AM IST, Saturday, on Netflix.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Cody Rhodes Reveals What Nearly Made Him Quit WWE
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Cody Rhodes has opened up about a pivotal and painful moment from his early WWE career that he says was the first time he "mentally checked out" from the company. The current King of the Ring winner recalled the last-minute cancellation of his scheduled match at WrestleMania 29. Speaking with his guest, Nikki Bella, on the What Do You Wanna Talk About podcast, both stars relived their shared experience. They discussed the deep frustration of having a WrestleMania moment taken away from them. A Painful WrestleMania Memory The planned match for WrestleMania 29 in 2013 was an eight-person mixed tag team bout. It was scheduled to feature Cody Rhodes, Damien Sandow, and The Bella Twins against the team of Tons of Funk (Brodus Clay and Tensai) and The Funkadactyls (Naomi and Cameron). However, due to time constraints, the match was infamously cut from the show at the last minute. Nikki Bella expressed her lingering hurt over the decision. Cody Rhodes then shared his own intense reaction to the news, explaining it was a breaking point for him. "I was so angry, and at that point, I think that's the first moment where I was like, 'I'm out. I am out,'" Rhodes recalled. "Out didn't come till years later, but I thought, no, I'm out." More Than Just A Match For a WWE superstar, being on the WrestleMania card is the culmination of a year's worth of hard work. It is not only a chance to perform on the biggest stage in the industry, but it also comes with the biggest financial payday of the year. Having that opportunity taken away at the last second is a significant creative and financial blow. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 20: Cody Rhodes is introduced before his match against John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 20: Cody Rhodes is introduced before his match against John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, the women in the match, like The Bella Twins and Naomi, the cut was particularly painful. During that "Divas Era," it was a constant struggle for the female superstars to get meaningful time on major shows, making the loss of a WrestleMania match even more disheartening. More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match The Seeds of The "American Nightmare" For Cody Rhodes, this moment was a crucial turning point in his first WWE run. At the time, he was part of the popular heel tag team "Rhodes Scholars" with Damien Sandow and was a featured performer on television. The cancellation of his match was a sign that, in his view, his hard work was not being valued by management. While he would not leave WWE for another three years, he identifies this incident as the moment the seeds of his discontent were planted. This frustration would eventually fuel his decision to leave the company in 2016 to reinvent himself on the independent circuit, a journey that ultimately led him back to WWE as "The American Nightmare." Today, he is one of the company's top stars, preparing to challenge the heel John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship in a Street Fight at SummerSlam. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randy Orton opens up about major weight gain during injury layoff
WWE superstar Randy Orton recently opened up his significant weight gain during his injury layoff, revealing he reached 300 pounds. While physical limitations following back surgery played a role in his inactivity, Orton admitted the main culprit was his uncontrollable sweet tooth. Calling it a 'sugar tooth from hell', the 14-time World Champion confessed to indulging in unhealthy eating habits during recovery. ALSO READ: Orton set to battle McIntyre at WWE Saturday Night's main event by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 탄력 잃은 피부, 리프팅말고 집에서 이렇게 해보세요 RD연구원맘 Undo Speaking on the What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon podcast, Orton shared that once he found out he'd be 'off for a while' - his eating habits shifted dramatically. "I went from like, kind of 240 to 250-ish. I mean, I did take it to the extreme," he said. "Over the winter, I had some time off, and I was a little over 300 pounds. Like, 'Oh, this guy gets a spinal fusion and he gains 80 pounds,' smart." Live Events He also revealed some of the specific foods he was indulging in during that chaotic phase. "I went through like, a Nutella phase," he admitted. "And that's one of the reasons I was just over 300 over Christmas. Is because, like, the big tub of popcorn that has, like, the different... chocolate and caramel... I killed a couple of those, and it's like, I'll start fucking with a tin of fucking some shit over Christmas. Servings are 84 servings. Killed this thing in two nights." However, after he was cleared to train again post back surgery, Orton completely transformed his routine under the guidance of a new trainer and which worked wonders for him. "My diet changed," he said. "I gained a lot of weight while I was out, and it was bad weight, and then I stayed the same weight, but then, like, changed the fat, kind of, into muscle, or my muscle percentage was higher." He further explained that he concentrated on building strength in his posterior chain to support and protect his spine, a focus that ultimately helped him achieve his current impressive physique. Now back in action, Orton is focused on rebuilding his conditioning and returning to top form in the WWE ring. Following his loss to Cody Rhodes in the King of the Ring tournament final, Orton was confronted by a returning Drew McIntyre on SmackDown. Now, the two former champions are set to reignite their storied rivalry in a high-stakes singles match at the upcoming Saturday Night's Main Event on July 12. — WWE (@WWE)
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Over 9 AEW stars were released in 2025. Check full list
More than nine top names associated with All Elite Wrestling, WWE's rival platform, have been released by the franchise, multiple reports say. While some left after their contracts with the franchise expired, others were cut off by the franchise for one reason or another. Wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman at the AEW. (Photo: Maxwell Jacob Friedman on X)(Twitter) Unlike Vince McMahon's WWE, AEW has refrained from releasing wrestlers under contract, as long as they continue to fulfill all legal conditions. For instance, wrestler Bear Boulder was released by the franchise in January 2025 after he was arrested for battery by strangulation. Most of the other departures have been by mutual consent. Here is a list of wrestlers who have departed the franchise in 2025. AEW Wrestlers Released In 2025: Full List -Maria Kanellis – Former WWE strong voice, left AEW in Jan 2025 after health challenges. - Ricky Starks (now Ricky Saints) – Exited in Feb 2025 and signed with WWE NXT. -Miro (a.k.a. Rusev) – Departed in Feb 2025 by mutual agreement. -Malakai Black – Contract expired in February 2025. Rejoined WWE. -Rey Fenix – Released by mutual agreement in Mar 2025. -Dutch &Vincent (The Righteous) – The duo of Dutch and Vincent were removed from the AEW roster in April 2025. Also read: Cody Rhodes wins King of the Ring tournament: Could controversial victory convert final into four-way match? -Bear Boulder – Bear Boulder was let go by tyhe franchise in January 2025 due to legal issues (battery/strangulation). -Bear Bronson- Bronson's contract was not released in June 2025, as a byproduct of Bear Boulder's arrest and release by AEW, as per a report by WhatCulture. -Saraya - She departed AEW in March 2025 by mutual consent despite her contract running through 2025. She and Tony Khan, the president of AEW, reportedly came into an agreement on her early departure. -Abadon: His contract expired at the end of May 2025. He said that it won't be renewed. WWE Star To Join AEW Former WWE Women's Tag Team Champion Isla Dawn is reportedly heading to AEW, according to a report by WrestleVotes. The report indicates that AEW has expressed strong interest in signing the recently released WWE star. Adding to the speculation, Dawn was recently seen backstage at an AEW taping, fueling rumors that a deal may be imminent.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randy Orton set to clash against returning superstar at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event
रैंडी ऑर्टन Randy Orton walked into last week's WWE Night of Champions Premium Live Event in hopes of becoming King of the Ring. However, things did not go as per his plan. As he was still reeling from the effects of a huge loss that could have earned him a rematch against John Cena for the Undisputed WWE title, another superstar got in his way. This came on the July 4th edition of Friday Night SmackDown, and now, both superstars are set to collide against each other at the upcoming WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Which superstar is set to face Randy Orton at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event? On this week's edition of SmackDown, which was taped after the June 30th episode of RAW, Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes were involved in an in-ring segment. The American Nightmare was the superstar who defeated Orton in the finals of the King of the Ring tournament. The Viper asked his former protege to make a promise that he would defeat John Cena at SummerSlam and win back the Undisputed WWE Championship. At that moment, Drew McIntyre made his return to SmackDown, weeks after his gruesome Steel Cage match against Damian Priest on the May edition of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. The Scottish Warrior began to trash-talk against the two top stars and took shots at them. Just as he had his back turned on Orton, he planted him with his finisher, the RKO. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Later on, he ran into SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis and was frustrated with what went down in the ring. Aldis gave a solution to settle the score by making a match between Orton and McIntyre for the July edition of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. This was a huge addition to a stacked card announced for the show so far. Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre had a heated rivalry back in the early 2020s over the WWE Championship. It was McIntyre whom Orton defeated to win his last World Championship so far. Now, the duo is set to reignite their rivalry at the vintage show. With tensions running wild, it will be interesting to see the action unfold between Orton and McIntyre. Also read: Cody Rhodes vs John Cena for the Undisputed title set for WWE SummerSlam 2025 For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
